New sea lions at Minnesota Zoo
The Minnesota Zoo welcomed two California seals to the Discovery Bay exhibit over the summer. FOX 9’s Shayne Wells caught up with the zookeeper to learn more about Hudson and Flynn and how they’re adapting to their new home with fellow seals, Clyde and JoJo.
Minnesota Zoo's Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular returns
While the animals at the Minnesota Zoo snooze, thousands of glowing jack-o-lanterns will bring visitors to walk the pumpkin trail. A total of 5,000 pumpkins are stacked from the treetops to the the trail floor and more than 100 are intricately carved by artists. The event runs from Sept. 28 through Nov. 2.
Minnesota Zoo tiger cubs roam their new home
Two tiger cubs born at the Minnesota Zoo in May have made their public debut in their new public habitat - and are making themselves right at home. FOX 9's Cody Matz takes a visit, and learns a little more about their life so far.
Minnesota Zoo welcomes rescued pronghorn fawn, Marcie
The Minnesota Zoo has welcomed its newest resident, a pronghorn fawn rescued from Washington.
Owl at Minnesota Zoo killed by tiger after flying away in training session
A Eurasian eagle owl at the Minnesota Zoo was killed by a tiger after it flew away from its handler during a training session.
Minnesota Zoo welcomes birth of 2 rare tiger cubs
Two rare Amur tiger cubs born last month at the Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley are being celebrated by conservationists for adding to the species' dwindling population.
Minnesota Zoo brings the cuteness with Farm Babies
The Minnesota Zoo is celebrating several new arrivals with the return of Farm Babies. So far, there are seven goat kids, one cria, one calf, a flock of chicks and many more on the way including lambs and kunekune piglets. Farm Babies runs through May 19. The zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and tickets must be purchased online in advance.
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Minnesota Zoo's rescued sea otter pups [RAW]
The rescued sea otter pups who arrived at the Minnesota Zoo in October 2023 have made their public debut.
Minnesota Zoo’s rescued sea otter pups making splash at public debut
The northern sea otter pups were acclimating to their new home behind the scenes, but they are now ready to join the other three otters in Russia’s Grizzly Coast habitat.
MN Zoo hosting conservation benefit
In an effort to raise awareness of animal trafficking, the Minnesota Zoo is hosting a special conservation fundraiser. Through interactive showcases and a panel discussion, Minnesota Zoo’s team and other leading experts will share how we're deploying revolutionary efforts to save threatened species in Minnesota and around the world. The event is taking place at the Machine Shop on April 11th.
Minnesota Zoo’s brown bear, Kenai, dies at 17
The Minnesota Zoo said Kenai, who was 17, died after battling liver cancer.
Minnesota Zoo welcomes 2 rescued northern sea otter pups
Two orphaned northern sea otter pups rescued in Alaska are now calling the Minnesota Zoo home.
Minnesota Zoo's Treetop Trail officially opens
A long-anticipated day — the Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail is officially up and running.
Minnesota Zoo's Treetop Trail opens Friday
The Treetop Trail at the Minnesota Zoo opens Friday. The aerial trail through the zoo is on the old monorail track. FOX 9's Cody Matz checks it out.
Minnesota Zoo Treetop Trail opens Friday
The Minnesota Zoo has repurposed its former monorail track into a treetop trail, and the trail opens on Friday. FOX 9's Cody Matz has the details.
A singular experience: St. Paul man turns old MN Zoo monorail cars into cabins
The newest attraction at the Minnesota Zoo is the world's longest elevated walking loop that will allow guests to explore the zoo from new heights. But some of the train cars from the decommissioned monorail are still transporting a St. Paul man to cabin country.
The Minnesota Zoo's Monorail's second life
A Wisconsin man worked to repurpose the Minnesota's Zoo Monorail into a cabin.
Farm babies at Minnesota Zoo
The Minnesota Zoo's Farm Babies opens to the public on Saturday, April 29, and runs through June 4. There are — or will be — baby goats, lambs, llama, cows, chickens and pigs. Farm Babies is included with zoo admission.
Minnesota Zoo adds baby penguin to its flock
The Minnesota Zoo's penguin colony has a new family member.
Minnesota Zoo animals are ecstatic it's snowing!
While the snowfall causes havoc on metro roads, the animals at the Minnesota Zoo are having a blast playing in the fresh snow.