As homes across mid-Michigan sparkle with festive colors this season, many families will find themselves with strands of lights that are burnt out, broken, or ready to retire. Instead of […]
By Krystle Holleman Potter Park Zoo is happy to share that two Blanding’s turtles have been released back into the wild. The Zoo is currently participating in a study led […]
The Puerto Rican Crested Toad Conservancy (PRCTC) manages the longest continuous-running reintroduction program for any amphibian species. By Krystle Holleman Lansing, MI – Within 24 hours of leaving Lansing, tadpoles raised […]
Potter Park Zoo is pleased to welcome MSU Federal Credit Union (MSUFCU) as the inaugural donor to the Zoo’s new Species Sponsorship campaign. Species Sponsorships allow donors to support the […]
Introducing Dress-a-Skeleton! *We are SOLD OUT for 2025! If you would like to participate next year, feel free to email Jenna Worthington at jworthington@ingham.org to be added to a contact […]
*Submissions for the 2026 calendar are now closed* By Krystle Holleman Calling all photography enthusiasts! We’re excited to announce our photo contest is returning for our 2026 calendar and we […]
By Krystle Holleman Potter Park Zoo’s red panda, Maliha, gave birth to a cub on July 5, 2025. The cub is the fifth litter of mother Maliha and father Deagan-Reid […]
Great Lakes Piping Plover Comeback! One of the most inspiring conservation stories in Michigan is the recovery of the Great Lakes piping plover. Piping plovers are small migratory birds found […]
By Krystle Holleman Starting Monday, June 23, the entrance to Potter Park Zoo on S. Pennsylvania Ave will have a detour for guests. The northbound lanes of Pennsylvania Ave will […]
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 […]
