Bison Return to Abilene Zoo
Abilene Zoo is thrilled to announce the arrival of two American bison, bringing one of North America’s most iconic species back to the Abilene community. Just one century ago, bison roamed the grasslands that are modern-day Abilene, and they have long been a cherished symbol synonymous with the Abilene community. For years, these magnificent creatures […]
Abilene Zoo Mourns the Loss of Baby Giraffe Zahara
It is with deep sadness that the Abilene Zoo announces the devastating loss of our beloved baby giraffe, Zahara, who passed away the morning of October 2nd after suffering a severe leg fracture. The cause of the injury is undetermined. In the process of giving her emergency care and despite the strong efforts of our […]
New Baby Giraffe born at Abilene Zoo! Public Invited to Vote on Name
A new baby giraffe was born on Saturday, July 20th, during Abilene Zoo’s birthday celebration, Zippity Zoo Day
Abilene Zoo Welcomes New Baby Giraffe
Abilene Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of a new baby giraffe.
Abilene Zoo Welcomes New Red River Hog Piglet, MarionÂ
Abilene Zoo is delighted to announce the birth of Marion, a healthy female red river hog piglet.
Abilene Zoo welcomes Pele, a new giraffe, to the herd
Abilene Zoo is thrilled to introduce Pele, a 1-year and 10-month-old spirited and curious giraffe joining the Zoo’s herd. The planning for Pele’s journey from the Fort Worth Zoo to Abilene began over a year ago as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan (SSP), a cooperative breeding program aimed at maintaining healthy and genetically diverse populations of threatened or endangered species.Â
Rare Secretary Bird Chick Born at Abilene Zoo
Abilene Zoo is excited to announce the birth of a rare secretary chick, marking a significant event in conservation efforts for this endangered species.
Abilene Zoo Mourns the Loss of 2-Year-Old Giraffe
Abilene, TX—Abilene Zoo is saddened to announce the death of Makena, a one-year-and-ten-month-old female giraffe. Makena passed away unexpectedly from natural causes during the early morning hours on Monday, April 8th. Makena was born in June 2022, at Abilene Zoo and was the third calf born to her mother, Jamie (12), and father, Congo (8). […]
Abilene Zoo Welcomes Addax Calf, Kélo
Abilene Zoo proudly announces the birth of its first Addax calf, a male named Kélo. He was born to first-time parents Néma and Rosso on February 25th.
Abilene Zoo Achieves Prestigious AZA Accreditation
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has announced that Abilene Zoo was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.
