Become a FrogWatch Citizen Scientist!
Potter Park Zoo is inviting Michigan residents to become volunteer citizen scientists and join the local chapter of FrogWatch USA. The program teaches volunteers how to identify frogs and toads […]
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Cutest Couple Award Goes To…
What’s better than a box of chocolates? Cute animal couples from Potter Park Zoo! This year, give your loved one the special gift of “adopting” a Potter Park Zoo animal […]
Over 140 attend New “Zoo in Your Neighborhood” Program at East Lansing Library
Zoo in Your Neighborhood (ZIYN) is a new program from Potter Park Zoo that brings the zoo to you! This program, generously supported by the Community Foundation, allows over 30 […]
So, what’s the problem with disposable plastic water bottles?
By Andrea, Education Intern Potter Park Zoological Society Many are under the impression that bottled water is cleaner and safer than tap water; however, most bottled water is simply purified […]
Many Madagascar Species Near Extinction
By Kasha Carrasquillo, Education Intern Potter Park Zoological Society When you think about conservation and endangered species, what animals do you usually think of? Rhinos, polar bears, and pandas? Did you […]
Gift Guide for the Animal Lover
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 […]
Potter Park Zoo Welcomes Giant Anteater
Potter Park Zoo is pleased to announce a new resident. Wayne, a male giant anteater, came to Lansing from San Francisco Zoo in California and is now on exhibit. “The […]
Potter Park Zoo Earns Prestigious AZA Accreditation
Lansing, Michigan – The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) announced that the Potter Park Zoo was once again accredited by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission. Potter Park Zoo has been […]
Eight Things You Might Not Know About Magellanic Penguins
By Amber Tuttle, Education Intern Potter Park Zoological Society 1. The exhibit at the zoo has a pool that is six feet deep and has six nest boxes. The current […]
Bowling For Rhinos is Coming Soon!
The Potter Park Zoo American Association of Zoo Keepers chapter is holding their fourth annual Bowling for Rhinos event, generously sponsored by Visions of Wildlife, Friday, Aug. 4 from 6 […]
