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If you are a member of the media and would like more information about the Little Rock Zoo, the Arkansas Zoological Foundation or the exciting new things happening at the Little Rock Zoo, please call our main line at 501-661-7200 and ask for our press department to register your contact information for media updates. The Little Rock Zoo sends up-to-date press releases and announcements on a regular basis. There’s always something new and exciting at the Zoo!
Nov 27, 2019
Little Rock Zoo Launches New Website
LITTLE ROCK (Nov. 27, 2019) – The Little Rock Zoo announced on Wednesday, the launch of a new easier to use website that includes responsive design and a modern look.
“The Zoo was in need of an updated website tha…
Dec 16, 2019
The baby can be seen at the gibbon habitat with her family in the mornings, weather permitting. Mother Paddy carries the baby with her while she’s outside but does often shield the baby from public view by turning her back.
The birth comes at the re…
May 7, 2021
LITTLE ROCK (May 7, 2021) – The Little Rock Zoo is sad to announce the passing of its male jaguar, Malcolm, who died April 27, 2021. Malcolm was 18-years-old and one of two jaguars living at the Little Rock Zoo. He will be greatly missed by Zoo staf…
Feb 25, 2021
LITTLE ROCK (February 25, 2021) – The Little Rock Zoo will temporarily house the Museum of Discovery’s animal ambassadors and provide space for the museum’s virtual programs while the museum undergoes repairs from flooding related to burst pipes from…
Apr 26, 2021
Study Shows Zoo Investment Leads to $659 Million Economic ImpactOverall Impact Nears $1 Billion Over 15 Years as Zoo Draws Large Tourism Market
LITTLE ROCK (April 26, 2021) – The Little Rock Zoo released a study today showing that a $50 million dolla…
Nov 11, 2021
Baby Rhino Born at Little Rock Zoo
LITTLE ROCK (November 11, 2021) – A baby eastern black rhinoceros was born overnight at the Little Rock Zoo making this the first rhino birth ever for the Zoo and a milestone birth for rhino conservation.
The baby r…
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Little Rock, AR 72205
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Last admission 3:30 p.m.
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