Zoo
Welcome to the ABQ BioPark Zoo
The Zoo is closed until further notice
Keep up to date on the reopening plan here.
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
Birds of the Islands
Learn More About the Zoo’s Newest Exhibit.
Renovations to Seating and Shade at Tingley Beach
Staff repaired tables and added shade structures to help visitors stay cool during the summer.
Summer Baby Updates
Wolf pups and hyena cubs are growing up.
Animal Updates at the Zoo
Learn about new babies, exhibits and departures since March.
Mayor Tim Keller Reopens ABQ BioPark Zoo
Public welcomed back Wednesday, August 12, 2020.
Zoo Says Goodbye to Memala the Orangutan
At 50, she was the oldest ape at the Zoo and the second oldest orangutan in an AZA-accredited facility.
New Evening Dining Options in Botanic Garden
Dine on the festival green with food from the Shark Reef Cafe.
ABQ BioPark Botanic Garden Adjusts Hours
Garden will expand morning hours, reduce afternoon hours and add evening options, discounts will be offered.
Comings and Goings at the Heritage Farm
Farm says goodbye to Rocky the steer, welcomes 6 new Navajo churro sheep.
Turtle Power!
The ABQ BioPark welcomes two sets of turtle hatchlings.
Fun Facts About Five Snakes
Meet some of the Zoo's superb slithering serpents in honor of World Snake Day.
BUGarium Beetle-Mania
Staff is making progress with rearing a variety of beetle species.
ABQ BioPark Aquatic Conservation Facility Collects more than 100,000 Silvery Minnow Eggs this Spring
Eggs collected to help with breeding efforts for the endangered fish.
ABQ BioPark Welcomes 7 Baby Lobos
This is the second litter for Kawi and Ryder.
While You've Been Away
The ABQ BioPark has made a number of upgrades over the last two months.