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Red pandas have a charming appearance that is difficult to deny, and make compelling ambassadors in the zoo’s conservation efforts to breed endangered animals. This unusual species first arrived at […]

Recognizable by their blue vests, our volunteer educators (or docents, as they have been known for much of their 35-year history) are passionate about interacting with guests of all ages. […]

Although construction on the Lion House was not complete until 1930, there were lions at Potter Park Zoo as early as 1924 according to Lansing State Journal articles at the […]

Fuzz is an Aldabra tortoise who joined Potter Park in the 1970’s and remained at the zoo for 29 years. His purchase was facilitated by a $500 donation to the Friends […]

Elk at Potter Park During the 2020 centennial year, elk returned to Potter Park. As one of the zoo’s first notable species, the elk is a wonderful symbol of Potter […]

The Potter Park Zoo team is preparing to say farewell to one of its well-known animal residents. Liya the female Amur tiger is heading to another zoo following a breeding […]

Jaali, Potter Park Zoo’s first black rhino calf in its 100-year history, turns one on December 24, 2020! Celebrating Jaali the black rhino’s first birthday means so much to the […]

You’re invited!  What: Paint with Us: Jaali the black rhino calf fundraiser When: Saturday, January 23, 2021 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. (EST) Where: Virtual Live Zoom Event!  Come paint […]

It’s not always easy to find that perfect gift for the animal lover in your life. We’ve compiled the ultimate Potter Park Zoo gift guide with tons of options that […]

  Mya the binturong was a popular ambassador animal born at Potter Park Zoo and used in education programs at the zoo and in the community. Teamed with her handler, […]