Abilene Zoo announces the passing of Maned Wolf, Henry
Abilene Zoo mourns the loss of Henry, a cherished maned wolf, who passed away on January 29 due to complications from an intestinal blockage. At nearly 11 years old, Henry had been a beloved resident since arriving at Abilene Zoo in July 2023. Known for his strong bond with his mate, Vega, Henry’s role in […]
Abilene Zoo Welcomes New Maned Wolf Pup, Lyra
Abilene Zoo is excited to announce the birth of a female maned wolf pup Lyra, born on December 18th to first-time parents Vega and Henry. Lyra and her mother Vega are currently enjoying bonding time together off-exhibit but visitors can anticipate getting a peek at the new pup by mid-March. “This is very exciting, it’s […]
Abilene Zoo introduces exciting new sloth tour
Abilene Zoo visitors are now able to book the first-of-its-kind sloth tour! This unique opportunity allows visitors to get up close and personal with one of nature’s most charismatic and slow-moving creatures. Sloths have captured the hearts of animal lovers worldwide with their gentle demeanor and unhurried lifestyle. Now visitors at Abilene Zoo can delve […]
Rizzo Celebrates Her First Birthday
August 15th, 2023 – Rizzo has made her first trip around the sun! Abilene Zoo is over the moon to be celebrating little Rizzo’s first birthday. In honor of her birthday, one of her keepers, Thalia (who happens to share a birthday with Rizzo), made her a festive, number 1-shaped birthday cake! This cake was […]
Fossa Babies Born at Abilene Zoo
On June 19th, the Abilene Zoo ardently welcomed three fossa pups to the zoo family, born to parents Rico and Lavavolo (Volo).
Addressing Avian Flu
We are taking precautionary measures, in line with other animal care facilities to our north and here in the State of Texas.
Baby Capybaras Born in July 2022
The Abilene Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of five capybaras on Thursday July, 7, 2022 at 11 AM. This is the litter of capybaras born at the Zoo since September of 2021, when the Zoo welcomed nine capybaras. The five babies were born to mother Daisy, marking her second time having a litter. […]
Baby Giraffe Born on June 24, 2022
New Baby Giraffe Born on June 24
Baby Giant Anteaters Born
Twin baby giant anteaters born at the Abilene Zoo
Lady Bird Released
After weeks of rehabilitation we released Lady Bird, the bald eagle, back into the skies of Texas
