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Over the six years that the Birmingham Zoo’s Trails of Africa exhibit has been open, the Birmingham Zoo’s elephant program has worked to meet its mission to create a center […]

On February 13, 2016, the Birmingham Zoo invites guests ages 21 and up to its third annual Valentine’s Day event, “Woo at the Zoo,” from 5:30-8 PM. The event will […]

The Birmingham Zoo is excited to host Brian Badger with the Cheetah Conservation Fund this Friday, February fifth from 6-8pm in the Zoo Auditorium. Brian Badger’s visit to the Birmingham […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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 […]

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 […]