Zoo News

Birmingham Zoo Breaks Attendance Record Fourth-Year in a Row

January 29, 2016

In year 2015, 576,974 visitors made their way to the Birmingham Zoo, setting the Zoo’s all-time attendance record, passing the record for year 2014 when the Zoo saw 574,581 visitors. […]

Birmingham Zoo Groundhog Will Make Groundhog Day Prediction on February 2nd

January 25, 2016

Who: Celebrity groundhog and meteorologist extraordinaire, Birmingham Bill What: All Alabamians want to know: will Birmingham Bill see his shadow or not? On Tuesday, February 2, 2016, the Birmingham […]

Help the Community and Enjoy Half-Price Admission to the Birmingham Zoo on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 14, 2016

On Monday, January 18, the Birmingham Zoo invites the community to give back to those in need in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. By donating any non-perishable or […]

Birmingham Zoo Campaign Chair Announces 85% of $18 Million Goal Raised

January 14, 2016

The Birmingham Zoo received $3 million in funding in 2015 from local businesses and foundations for the Renew the Zoo Campaign, which includes construction of a new front entrance and […]

Elephant Tusk Procedure with Zoo Partner, University of Alabama at Birmingham

November 17, 2015

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Birmingham Zoo Supports Community with Half-Price Admission and Food Donation to United Way

November 17, 2015

The Birmingham Zoo invites the entire community to give back to those in need this holiday season. On Saturday, November 21 and Sunday, November 22, Zoo visitors can enjoy half-price […]

Birmingham Zoo Elephant Procedure in Conjunction with UAB Research Team

November 13, 2015

Scientific research is one of the 4 main staples in the Zoo’s mission to Inspire Passion for the Natural World. The Birmingham Zoo’s Trails of Africa Staff and Veterinary Staff […]

The Birmingham Zoo Offers Free Admission to All Active and Retired Military and Veterans in Honor of Veterans Day

November 5, 2015

In honor of Veterans Day, all active and retired military, veterans and their dependents will receive free admission to the Birmingham Zoo on Monday, November 9, Tuesday, November 10 and […]

The Birmingham Zoo Announces Senior Team Expansion

October 15, 2015

The Birmingham Zoo proudly announces Chris Pfefferkorn as the new Senior Vice President. Pfefferkorn has over 20 years of Zoological experience, which includes serving as the Deputy Director of Living […]

The Birmingham Zoo Launches Innovative Sensory Friendly Initiative

October 13, 2015

The Birmingham Zoo is excited to announce a partnership with KultureCity to develop the Sensory Friendly Zoo Initiative. The goals of this initiative are to raise awareness of Sensory Processing […]