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
Earth Day at the ABQ BioPark
Several conservation-themed events at the Botanic Garden and Zoo to celebrate our planet.
Like an Animal: The Grazing and Sex Tour
Join us for dinner and an adults-only tour about the romantic rituals of Zoo animals.
Meet the Axolotl
Come see the "Mexican water fish" in the BioPark's "Life on a Limb" exhibit.
Sprouting Young Gardeners
Botanic Garden is partnering with Mandy’s Farm to give youth vocational experience.
Spring Pastels Pop at the Botanic Garden
Floral show starts this Friday.
ABQ BioPark Welcomes New Komodo Dragon
Young female dragon is acclimating to her new home.
Dine Among the Great Apes
Join us for the Great Ape-ril by eating a special catered dinner at the ABQ BioPark Zoo.
Spring Blooms at the Garden
Look for these flowering bulbs during your spring visit to the Botanic Garden!
Highlights from the Winter Fire Colors Show
Check out some of the Mediterranean Conservatory's best winter blooms.
ABQ BioPark Animals Featured in National Geographic Photo Ark
Photographer Joel Sartore captured images of fish, birds, reptiles and arthropods.
Camp BioPark Registration Now Open
More than a dozen summer classes available for childrenin pre-school through ninth grad.
Snow Day!
See how the ABQ BioPark's animals enjoyed January snow.
Teachers from New Mexico Schools Converge to Learn about Incorporating Ocean Science into the Classroom
Workshop organized by ABQ BioPark and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The ABQ BioPark Goes Wild
The majority of the BioPark’s focus is on the animals in the facility's care, but veterinary staff also helps wild animals in need.
Learn More About Home Gardening and Vineyards
The ABQ BioPark offers two new workshop series at the Botanic Garden.