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
Adorable Swimming Animals at the Zoo
It's hot outside, but the ABQ BioPark Zoo's residents know how to keep it cool for the summer.
BioPark Experience: Children’s Fantasy Garden
Encounter dragons and more in this larger-than-life garden.
Keeping it Local
From wolves to poppies, the ABQ BioPark is working hard to protect New Mexico native species
Happy Mother’s Day to our Zoo Moms!
The ABQ BioPark Zoo has some fantastic mothers. Check out what these Zoo mothers are doing to prepare their young ones to become adults.
ABQ BioPark Zoo's Fastest Animals
These animals can easily outrun even the fastest Run for the Zoo competitors.
Garden Veteran
Long-time gardener, Vietnam vet finds solace by helping keep the Botanic Garden healthy and green
Great Gorillas
BioPark’s gorillas include orphans, surrogate moms, adolescents trying to “figure it out”
Year of the Wolf
After a decade-long breeding hiatus, more Mexican wolf pups may be in the future for the ABQ BioPark.
How to Train your Seal (or Sea Lion)
Bond, consistency and patience critical when working with these intelligent, curious ocean mammals.