North Carolina Zoo Breaks Ground on Asia, First New Continent Since 1994
The North Carolina Zoo officially began construction on Asia this morning, marking the start of the Zoo's first major...
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Reilly, North Carolina Zoo’s Oldest Male Lion, Dies at 23
Reilly, the oldest male African lion in an Association of Zoos and Aquariums-accredited institution, has died at age 23...
North Carolina Zoo Breaks Attendance Record with 1 Million Visitors
The North Carolina Zoo welcomed 1 million visitors during the 2021-2022 fiscal year ending June 30, breaking the Zoo's...
North Carolina Zoo Euthanizes Chimp Nori After Prolonged Battle With Epilepsy
The North Carolina Zoo sadly announces the death of Nori, an 11-year-old member of the chimpanzee troop who was...
North Carolina Zoo Announces the Permanent Closure of Aviary
Today, the North Carolina Zoo announces the permanent closure of its Aviary Habitat. =[
North Carolina Zoo Celebrates Earth Day With Conservation Activities
April 22nd is Earth Day, and the North Carolina Zoo will be celebrating with special happens across the park.
NC Zoo Closes Aviary as Precautionary Measure to Protect Birds
In response to recent avian flu cases in wild birds in eastern North Carolina, the North Carolina Zoo has...
Animals At NC Zoo Get A Snow Day As Zoo Remains Closed
The NC Zoo has remained closed since Sunday as crews work to clear walkways of snow, but some of...
Grizzly Bear Finds New Home at North Carolina Zoo
The North Carolina Zoo announces the arrival of its newest resident – a 740-pound male grizzly bear named Ronan.
North Carolina Zoo Earns AZA Accreditation for 37+ Consecutive Years
In a press release today the NC Zoo announced they have again been Accredited by the AZA..