Zoo
Welcome to the ABQ BioPark Zoo
Located next to the Rio Grande in Albuquerque, New Mexico, the 64-acre Zoo has been offering guests close encounters with exotic and native animals since 1927. Download a zoo map.
Today at the Zoo
- Feeding Times and Daily Activities
- Zoo Exhibits & Animals
- Shops, Restaurants and Amenities
- News
- Events
Special Experiences
- School Field Trips
- Zoo to You and Outreach Programs
- Rent the Zoo for Special Events
- For Families
- Jobs & Volunteering
Upcoming Events
Visit the ABQ BioPark Calendar.
Amazon Wish Lists
The NM BioPark Society has set up several Amazon wish lists for the ABQ BioPark Zoo's residents. The lists feature everything from pig-shaped piñatas for large carnivores to rip into to heavy duty trash containers that can be used to create ice treats for big cats and other carnivores. Browse the lists and make a purchase for the animals.
Latest BioPark News
Saluting Veterans on Memorial Day Weekend
ABQ BioPark offers discounted admission for veterans, active military & their families and showcases patriotic concert.
Orangutan "Reese" Moves to Audubon Zoo
Move is part of a Species Survival Plan recommendation.
It's a (big) BOY!
Rozie the elephant gives birth to healthy calf, mother and baby bonding behind the scenes before public debut
May 2018 Newsletter
News, features, events and birthdays at the ABQ BioPark.
New Guided Tours at the Botanic Garden
Explore the plants and animals of the Japanese Garden, Heritage Farm and Curandera Garden during hour-long tours.
ABQ BioPark Summer Music Artists and Dates Announced
Zoo Music and Summer Nights to liven up summer evenings in Albuquerque.
New Weedy Sea Dragons at the Aquarium
Come visit the ABQ BioPark's newest resident.
ABQ BioPark Elephant Has a New Home at the Oregon Zoo
Samson the Asian elephant has joined the Oregon Zoo herd.
ABQ BioPark Offers Free Passes
Library card holders can "check out" tickets to the Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Garden
Fast Facts About Apes
It's the Great Ape-ril at the ABQ BioPark - join us for activities throughout the month. Here are some things you may not know about apes!
Penguins Feel the Heat
Penguin species exist in delicate balance within their ecosystems and climate change can disrupt their lives in complicated ways.
April 2018 Newsletter
News, features, events and birthdays at the ABQ BioPark.
Wildlife Rescues in Costa Rica
The Jaguar Rescue Center Foundation and The Ara Project are gems along Costa Rica's Caribbean coast.
Green Initiatives at the ABQ BioPark
Elimination of plastic bags, eco-friendly straws among several ways the BioPark is greening up.
Zoo Partners With TriCore Reference Laboratories for Elephant Prenatal Care
Regular blood draws help ensure calf and mom are healthy.