Erie Zoo News & Updates

 

 

Joe's Story

Joe's Story

Posted on March 16th, 2023 at 4:08 PM

Joe’s Story - One year since we said goodbye… 

Anyone who has visited the Erie Zoo since 2002 when Wild Asia opened for the first time couldn’t help but be immediately taken with the resident male Bornean orangutan, Joe. Over the years Joe not only captured the hearts of many staff and volunteers, but also the Erie community at large. 

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Erie Zoo Announces Two New Species to join the Zoo.

Posted on March 9th, 2023 at 6:35 PM

Erie Zoo Announces Two New Species to join the Zoo.

 

[Erie, PA] - On March 10th, 2023 the Erie Zoo reveals two new species to join the Hilbert Family Primate Habitat - Allen’s swamp monkeys and lesser spot-nosed guenons.

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Wild About You At The Erie Zoo

Wild About You At The Erie Zoo

Posted on February 3rd, 2023 at 3:35 PM

 It’s finally February and love is in the air! In the spirit of the season and as we all look to celebrate the different variations of love in our lives, we thought it was only appropriate to spotlight the romance between the couples here at the Erie Zoo.

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Caring for the Zoo

Caring for the Zoo

Posted on January 10th, 2023 at 3:06 PM

What does a zoo do in the off-season? With over 300 animals in our care, you bet that they keep us busy all year long. Read along with us as we explore the zoo veterinary world, introduce our new Lead Veterinarian, Dr. Jenna Epstein, and learn of the many aspirations the Erie Zoo has for its future vet center!

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Erie Zoo Welcomes New Animals

Posted on November 21st, 2022 at 11:45 AM

[ERIE, Pennsylvania] – This fall the Erie Zoo welcomes new animals to their collection.

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Merski to present $250,000 check to Erie Zoo Nov. 1

Posted on November 1st, 2022 at 2:00 PM

Merski to present $250,000 check to Erie Zoo Nov. 1: Grant will fund work needed to regain accreditation

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Erie Zoo Receives RACP Grant

Posted on October 27th, 2022 at 9:00 AM

The Erie Zoo is excited to announce that they have been selected as a recipient for a $3 million grant from the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP). The RACP grant sees applicants from across the state of Pennsylvania, and the Erie Zoo was one of three selected in Erie County to receive funding.

 

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Erie Zoo mourns the passing of Amur tiger, Viktor

Erie Zoo mourns the passing of Amur tiger, Viktor

Posted on September 17th, 2022 at 10:29 AM

Erie, PA – This Saturday, September 17th, the Erie Zoo is mourning the loss of senior Amur tiger, Viktor, who passed away Saturday morning.

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Erie Zoo remembers Queen of the Zoo

Erie Zoo remembers Queen of the Zoo

Posted on September 12th, 2022 at 12:44 PM

Erie, PA – The Erie Zoo is honoring the memory of senior resident African lion Nala, who was humanly euthanized today, September 12th, 2022, surrounded by many of her loving caregivers.

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Zoo Closing Early

Posted on September 5th, 2022 at 3:48 PM

Your Erie Zoo will be closing early on October 1st at 3pm to prepare for our Lions, Tigers & Beers Fundraiser. Thank you for your understanding!

Tickets for Lions, Tigers & Beers go on sale Friday, September 2nd at 8am. Purchase yours here

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