Zoo News

Pumpkenrichment at Zoo New England

Tuesday October 27, 2015

Fall is the perfect time for a festive form of animal enrichment here at Zoo New England. Introducing “Pumpkenrichment!”

Sunbittern chick hatches at Franklin Park Zoo

Wednesday October 14, 2015

The staff at Franklin Park Zoo is pleased to announce the successful hatching of a sunbittern chick.

Zoo New England General Curator recognized for years of service by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Monday September 28, 2015

Frederick Beall, Zoo New England General Curator, was honored with a certificate of recognition from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) for 30 years of dedication and service to the Wattled Crane program.

Stone Zoo welcomes the birth of a white-cheeked gibbon

Thursday August 27, 2015

Baby makes its exhibit debut

Beau the giraffe undergoes ultrasound

Thursday August 13, 2015

Giraffe is experiencing health issues; will remain off exhibit while being treated and monitored

Beau the giraffe to undergo ultrasound and liver biopsy

Tuesday August 11, 2015

Giraffe is experiencing health issues; will remain off exhibit while being treated and monitored.

World Lion Day

Friday August 7, 2015

Let your Roar be heard and show your support for lions!

Beau the giraffe experiencing health issues

Wednesday August 5, 2015

Giraffe is being treated; will likely remain off exhibit for the next few weeks.

Get Involved: There are many ways to support your Zoos!

Friday July 31, 2015

Boston Globe Magazine’s July 30, 2015 feature story, “Why doesn’t Boston have a better zoo,” examines the Zoos’ history and addresses challenges Zoo New England has faced for many years.