Endangered baby Malayan tapir born at Minnesota Zoo over the summer
A baby Malayan tapir was born at the Minnesota Zoo over the summer.
Half of Minnesota Zoo reindeer herd killed by seasonal disease, other half infected
Half of the reindeer herd at the Minnesota Zoo has died in recent weeks from a seasonal disease and the remaining members of the herd are also infected and are now being isolated from the zoo’s other animals, according to officials.
You're invited! Minnesota Zoo's Beastly Bash heads online
The Minnesota Zoo's annual fundraising extravaganza, the Beastly Bash, is headed online with a virtual program. Organizer Charlene Jundt joined the Buzz to talk about how you can register and support the Zoo's mission.
Museums, zoos, amusement parks: What's open in Minnesota right now?
Here's what museums, zoos, aquariums and amusement parks are open or closed in Minnesota right now.
Minnesota Zoo opens to the public Friday
The Minnesota Zoo reopened to members Sunday. The public can once again wander the trails starting Friday, July 24th. The experience has changed as the zoo works to keep their staff, guests and the animals healthy. Everyone has to purchase a ticket online in advance for a specific date and entry time. Once inside, there is a one-way flow of traffic. The splash pad and play areas will remain closed at this time, and masks are required of guests ages three and up. The zoo is hours are now 10am to 4pm.
Minnesota Zoo reopening to public on July 24
The Minnesota Zoo announced it is opening next weekend for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic forced it to close to visitors in March.
Minnesota Zoo to receive $6 million bailout after closing due to COVID-19
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's administration is giving a $6 million bailout to the Minnesota Zoo after lawmakers failed to act in last month's special session.
Minnesota Zoo opens drive-thru experience amid pandemic
As lawmakers seem split on a bailout, the Minnesota Zoo is launching a fundraiser of its own to raise money.
Minnesota Zoo to offer drive-thru experience as lawmakers squabble over bailout
Still closed under restrictions put in place due to COVID-19, the Minnesota Zoo is offering a new drive-thru experience to raise money as the center faces closure.
Governor: Minnesota Zoo at risk of closing without financial help
The Minnesota Zoo is asking the state Legislature for $6 million to cover attendance losses from the COVID-19-related shutdown and reopen to the public.
Minnesota Zoo laying off staff, suspending seasonal hiring in face of COVID-19 pandemic
The Minnesota Zoo says staff reductions have become necessary due to the current situation created by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has forced the zoo to close and cancel or postpone many of its programs and events.
You can't stop the farm babies: MN Zoo takes springtime tradition online
There are just some things you can't stop, even in the middle of a pandemic. The Minnesota Zoo's farm babies were already well on their way before the zoo needed to close their doors to the public, so they're featuring the bundles of joy online! Farm curator Dean Treangen, aka Farmer Dean, joined the FOX 9 Morning News with a look behind the scenes.
Getting your wildlife fix online - the Minnesota Zoo boosts free offerings amid closure
With nearly every zoo in the country closed due to COVID-19, animal fans are turning to online offerings to get their wildlife fix. The Minnesota Zoo is boosting their learning opportunities online for families and teachers. Education director Liz Gilles joined the Morning Buzz to discuss their online learning corner.
With Minnesota Zoo closed, Farm Babies goes virtual
With the Minnesota Zoo temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the popular springtime event, Farm Babies, is going virtual.
Unlikely friendships forming at Minnesota Zoo amid COVID-19 closure
During the temporary closure of the Minnesota Zoo, some unlikely friendships are forming among the animals.
Minnesota Zoo sea otter recovering from first-of-its-kind flipper amputation
A sea otter at the Minnesota Zoo is back on exhibit after recovering from what is believed to be the first flipper amputation ever performed on that species.
Getting use to the cold - Asian Wild Horses at MN Zoo preparing for journey to Russia
It's a story of revival happening at the Minnesota Zoo. A breed of horses once extinct in the wild are making a comeback. Kendall goes behind the scenes to meet the Asian Wild horses getting ready for their journey to Russia, where they will be released into the wild.
Minnesota Zoo partnering with Australian zoo to help wildlife affected by wildfires
The Minnesota Zoo is partnering with a zoo in Australia to help the wildlife affected by the wildfires burning there.
Llamas come to the Minnesota Zoo
The Llama track opens Saturday May 25th at the Minnesota Zoo
Old Christmas trees serve purpose at Minnesota Zoo
Old Christmas trees serve a special purpose at the Minnesota Zoo as spring arrives.