Animal Wellness
The health and wellness of all of our animals is our number one concern at the ABQ BioPark. Explore more about how we ensure the physical, emotional and mental health of the animals in our care, and learn how you can be a voice for animals too.
Pears, Pressure-Wave Therapy, and Massages: Helping Irene Live Her Best Life
In this senior care spotlight, learn about Irene’s new weekly massages and other treatments she receives to keep her comfortable.
New CT Scan Machine at ABQ BioPark Advances Animal Healthcare
Preventative healthcare for animals at ABQ BioPark has taken a big leap forward!
Senior Animal Care Spotlight: Maya the Jaguar!
Learn more about Maya and her senior care and enrichment in this video!
Celebrating BioPark Vet Techs—The Unsung Heroes of Animal Care
ABQ BioPark is grateful to our vet techs for their compassionate care and ingenuity.
Keeping Cool at ABQ BioPark
Learn how our dedicated animal care team helps BioPark animals stay cool and comfortable during the summer!
Reptile Building Reopens at ABQ BioPark Zoo
Wilson the alligator snapping turtle welcomes guests back after a two month closure.
Recently Remodeled Heritage Farm Highlights Sustainable Living and Natural Charm
The renovations have transformed the farm into a more purposeful, low-maintenance, and environmentally conscious experience.
Albert the Asian Elephant Successfully Completes Tuberculosis Treatment at the ABQ BioPark
Treating TB in elephants requires a lengthy process, typically spanning 12 to 18 months due to their large size and slow metabolism.
BioPark’s Andean bear recovering after surgery
Ben’s arm has been shaved to reduce the chance of infection during the medical procedure, but it should grow back soon.
Fly Mask Protects ABQ BioPark Rhino From Allergies
Bertha and her care team have worked for months to treat her allergies in a unique way
ABQ BioPark gives “gold star” treatment in the golden years
Reticulated giraffes June and Buccaneer receive individualized geriatric care
Gentoo Penguins Digit and Killian Welcome a Chick
This is the ABQ BioPark’s first penguin baby since the Penguin Chill exhibit opened in mid-2019.
Irene Doing Well After Surgery
Staff and professionals from across the country came together to remove Irene's left eye due to her lens luxation.
ABQ BioPark Expands Partnership with Valle de Oro National Wildlife Refuge
Browse donation program will benefit Zoo’s giraffes, promote native habitat at Valle de Oro.
Samantha the Gorilla Gives Birth
This is her first baby and the first gorilla birth at the ABQ BioPark Zoo since 2004.
New Certification Program at the ABQ BioPark Will Offer Career Advancement, Ensure Continued Excellence in Animal Care
Zookeepers and aquarists can now opt into taking a curriculum of professional development courses.
ABQ BioPark’s Most Vulnerable Animals Now Vaccinated Against COVID-19
Great apes and big cats were the first priorities to receive the vaccine
Llamas and Alpaca Move to Heritage Farm
The move will offer more opportunities for the group to graze and take part in other natural behaviors.
Lola the Grand Cayman blue iguana is carrying eggs!
This is exciting news for this endangered species.
ABQ BioPark Temporarily Shifting Many of the Zoo’s Birds Indoors In Response to Avian Flu
The move is being made out of an abundance of caution to protect the park’s birds.
ABQ BioPark Veterinary Staff Help Famous Injured Wolf
Mexican gray wolf that gained fame after being shot was recently re-released thanks to critical treatment received at the ABQ BioPark.
An Enriching Life
Environmental enrichment is a core part of the ABQ BioPark’s animal husbandry program.