Astra arrives! Como Zoo?s new polar bear makes a splash

Como Zoo has a cool new resident! Astra, the adorable polar bear, has arrived and will play a key role in the zoo?s breeding program, helping protect the species for the future. Overseen by Senior Keeper Allison Jungheim, Astra is part of the North American Polar Bear Studbook, a vital tool for conservation. Visitors can see her in action and learn how Como Zoo is helping polar bears thrive.