Did you know that nearly 1,000 plant species grown for human use require pollination each year? This includes apples, tomatoes, and almonds, just to name a few! Pollinators are […]
At Potter Park Zoo, we love every chance to look at nature through a new lens. This Friday the 13th, we’re taking a tour around the park while exploring which […]
June is National Zoo and Aquarium Month – a celebration of zoos and aquariums as leaders in conservation, education and connecting people with nature. Behind the scenes, zoos and aquariums […]
UPDATE: As of June 5, all pathways are open and animals will be back on exhibit if they were taken off during water main work. To ensure reliable water service, […]
By Marie Benner Imagine walking through your backyard and spotting one of the rarest songbirds in the United States – the Kirtland’s warbler. The Kirtland’s warbler is a striking bird […]
The Wild Wanderers Club is back for its second season at Potter Park Zoo! Beginning April 1 and running through Labor Day, the club will once again offer participants a […]
Potter Park Zoo Welcomes Northern Tree Shrew Pups Potter Park Zoo is excited to welcome two northern tree shrew (Tupaia belangeri) pups, born Jan. 13, 2025! This marks the first successful […]
Love is in the air—along with the sound of snow crunching under your boots and the sight of furry, feathered, and scaly friends enjoying a winter wonderland! Whether you’re celebrating […]
Potter Park Zoo is happy to announce the birth of a female eastern bongo calf, a critically endangered member of the antelope family. Born Dec. 10 to first-time parents Zahara and Moose, this birth […]
This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to join us in making a meaningful impact on the animals you love. Potter Park Zoo is dedicated to inspiring conservation of animals and […]
