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Turkey Vulture

Bird

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Our Turkey Vulture

The Turkey Vulture (Cathartes aura) is a fascinating and vital scavenger known for its impressive...

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Dwarf Caiman

Reptile

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Our Dwarf Caiman

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Zebra Finch

Meet

Our Zebra Finch

The Zebra Finch (Taeniopygia guttata) is a small, charming bird, best known for its strikingly...

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Bongo

Meet

Our Bongo

The Bongo is the most spectacular antelope to ever grace our biosphere. A native resident...

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Whooping Crane

Bird

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Our Whooping Crane

The Whooping Crane (Grus americana) is the tallest bird in North America and is celebrated...

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Striped Skunk

Mammal

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Our Striped Skunk

The Striped Skunk (Mephitis mephitis) is a small, nocturnal mammal known for its distinctive black...

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Ring-tailed Cat

Mammal

Meet

Our Ring-tailed Cat

The Ring-Tailed Cat (Bassariscus astutus), also known as the Ringtail, is a captivating nocturnal mammal...
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Bald Eagle

Bird

Meet

Our Bald Eagle

The Bald Eagle (Haliaeetus leucocephalus) is a powerful and majestic bird of prey, widely recognized...

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Swainson’s Hawk

Bird

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Our Swainson’s Hawk

The Swainson’s Hawk (Buteo swainsoni) is a remarkable bird of prey native to North America,...

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Red-tailed Hawk

Bird

Meet

Our Red-tailed Hawk

The Red-tailed Hawk (Buteo jamaicensis) is one of the most widespread and recognizable birds of...

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Black Vulture

Bird

Meet

Our Black Vulture

The Black Vulture (Coragyps atratus) is a scavenger bird native to the Americas, playing a...

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Crested Caracara

Bird

Meet

Our Crested Caracara

Known as the “Mexican Eagle” and the national bird of Mexico, the Crested Caracara (Caracara...

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Black-footed Ferret

Mammal

Meet

Our Black-footed Ferret

The Black-footed Ferret is a small, carnivorous mammal that is native to North America. It...

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Burrowing Owl

Bird

Meet

Our Burrowing Owl

The Burrowing Owl is a small, ground-dwelling bird that is native to North and South...

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Virginia Opossum

Mammal

Meet

Our Virginia Opossum

The Virginia Opossum, also known as the North American Opossum, is a marsupial native to...

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Ocelot

Mammal

Meet

Our Ocelot

The ocelot is a small wild cat that can be found in Central and South...

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Coscoroba Swan

Bird

Meet

Our Coscoroba Swan

Coscoroba Swan or the scientific name is Coscoroba coscoroba. You can find this flock in...
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American Alligator

Reptile

Meet

Our American Alligator

Albert is one of the oldest living American Alligators in zoos across the country. His...
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Maned Wolf

Mammal

Meet

Our Maned Wolf

Neither a fox, nor a wolf! Learn more about the unique Maned Wolf here at...
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Jaguar

Mammal

Meet

Our Jaguar

Jaguar What’s in the name jaguar? Jaguar is the name of one of the world’s...

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Giant Anteater

Mammal

Meet

Our Giant Anteater

Meet Benny and Demo, our giant anteaters! Learn more at the Abilene Zoo....
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Capybara

Mammal

Meet

Our Capybara

Learn about the largest rodents here or anywhere at the Abilene Zoo....
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Ring-tailed Lemur

Mammal

Meet

Our Ring-tailed Lemur

Learn more about this 'stink-fighting' endangered species at the Abilene Zoo....
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Fossa

Mammal

Meet

Our Fossa

Meet Lavavolo - but we call her Volo for short. This spunky gal is part...
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North American Porcupine

Mammal

Meet

Our North American Porcupine

Welcome to the Abilene Zoo’s webpage dedicated to the fascinating North American Porcupine! The North...

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Bobcat

Mammal

Meet

Our Bobcat

The bobcat is a medium-sized wild cat found throughout North America. This elusive feline is...

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North American River Otter

Mammal

Meet

Our North American River Otter

Welcome to the Abilene Zoo’s webpage dedicated to the North American River Otter! The North...

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Cougar

Mammal

Meet

Our Cougar

Also known as the Mountain Lion, Puma, or Panther, the Cougar (Puma concolor) is an...

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Southern Black Rhino

Mammal

Meet

Our Southern Black Rhino

Meet Uhuru - One of only 60 Southern Black Rhinos found in AZA accredited zoos...
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Zebra

Mammal

Meet

Our Zebra

Grant's Zebra...
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African Lion

Mammal

Meet

Our African Lion

Meet the Pride of the Abilene Zoo. While lions may be at the top of...
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North American Bullfrog

Amphibian

Meet

Our North American Bullfrog

Meet Jeremiah. He's a good friend of mine. This North American Bullfrog is just one...
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Caribbean Flamingo

Bird

Meet

Our Caribbean Flamingo

Caribbean Flamingo or Phoenicopterus ruber is a large species of flamingo closely related to the...
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Giraffe

Mammal

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Our Giraffe

Meet the tower of giraffe found at the Abilene Zoo....
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Join us for an immersive fall festival experience including a live Creepy Creatures show, hay-bale maze, pumpkin’ chunkin’, fall treats, animal encounters, and more! Your...
September 21, 2024
Come support World Rhino Day at Abilene Zoo on September 21st and enjoy unique experiences like breakfast & storytime with Uhuru, an enrichment craft station,...
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May 18, 2024
Join us as we honor and thank our military! All military, veterans, and their families receive free admission with military or dependent ID. Pick up...
Saturday July 20, 2024
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March 9-17, 2024
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December 15-23
Powered by Reliant, Christmas Celebration lights up the night at Abilene Zoo! Meet Santa and his reindeer, visit Arctic Lights, make a toy at Santa’s...
October 12-13 / October 19-20 / October 26-27, 2024
Abilene's favorite Halloween tradition is back, & we're welcoming families from all over the Big Country! Join us for an immersive fall festival experience including...
June 22, 2024
Celebrate the world’s tallest animal on the longest day of the year! Get here early for yoga on Twiga Terrace, get a behind-the-scenes look during...
April 20, 2024
Walk the red carpet, get nose-to-nose during an animal encounter, and savor tropical food and indulgent cocktails while exploring Caribbean wildlife. A wild program featuring...
October 5, 2023 @ 6:00-9:00PM
Buy your spot at an exclusive after-hours dinner at the Zoo! Enjoy a gourmet meal prepared by a local celebrity chef, specialty wine, and a...

Tours

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Animal Ambassador Tour

Start Time(s): 1:00 pm
Price: Starting at $30 for anyone 3 yrs and up (admission to the Zoo not included). Zoo Members receive a 20% discount
Duration: 30 Minutes, Available Everyday

Go behind the scenes with our Animal Ambassador Team and encounter some of your favorite animals! Many of these animals are rescued through Abilene Zoo or other conservation organizations, and you can learn their stories of strength and resilience. Plus, this tour allows you to touch and take photos with some of Abilene’s favorite creatures that you often see on television or at community events.

Each tour features a behind the scenes journey. Animals subject to change each tour due to community events or education commitments, but the Animal Ambassador collection includes more than 50 exciting species.

Experience Animal Ambassadors like…

  • Capybara
  • Kookaburra
  • Prehensile-tailed Porcupine
  • Three Species of Armadillo
  • American Alligator
  • Barred Owl
  • Tenrec
  • Black Vulture
  • Red Tailed Boa
  • Swainson’s Hawk
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Steenbok Tour

Start Time(s): 11:00 am
Price: Starting at $25 each, 3 yrs and up (admission not included) 20% pass member discount
Duration: 30 minutes, Available Sunday-Wednesday

Small antelope, big ears, one memorable connection. You will have an opportunity to feed a steenbok during your visit to their habitat and will learn more about the species and their care.

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Giant Anteater Tour

Start Time(s): 10:00AM & 11:00AM
Price: Starting at $25 each, 3 yrs and up (admission not included) 20% pass member discount
Duration: 30 Minutes, Available Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays

Go behind the scenes and get an up-close look at our giant anteater. There you will learn all about the giant anteater and how we care for them.

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Reptile Tour

Start Time(s): 1:30 pm
Price: Starting at $25 each, 3 yrs and up (admission not included) 20% pass member discount
Duration: 30 Minutes, Tuesdays-Saturdays

Separate fact from fiction by learning about and meeting a couple of the zoo’s lizards, turtles, and snakes. Learn about and meet a several of the zoo’s lizards, turtles, and snakes.

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Giraffe Tour

Start Time(s): 1:00 pm
Price: Starting at $30 each, 3 yrs and up (admission not included) 20% pass member discount
Duration: 30 – 45 Minutes, Available Everyday

Meet a couple of members of our giraffe herd on a guided behind-the-scenes tour. Our giraffe keeper will take you to visit our Giraffe barn and have an opportunity to get up close and hand-feed our giraffes.

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Rhino Tour

Start Time(s): 1:00 pm, 2:00 pm
Price: Starting at $30 each, 3 yrs and up (admission not included) 20% pass member discount
Duration: 30 – 45 Minutes, Available Everyday

Find yourself nose to horn with Abilene Zoo’s resident southern black rhino on this unforgettable tour. You will have an opportunity to feed, touch, and learn all about this magnificent species.

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