Zoo
Welcome to the ABQ BioPark Zoo
See hours, ticket info. and directions
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 (updated June 2026).
Our Animals
Check out a yearbook of some of our most popular animals at the ABQ BioPark Zoo!
Today at the Zoo
Special Experiences
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
ABQ BioPark Zookeeper Visits Grand Cayman Island to Help With Iguana Conservation
Reptile keeper Phil Mayhew says his experience will help inform the Zoo’s Grand Cayman blue iguana care program.
Lola the Grand Cayman blue iguana is carrying eggs!
This is exciting news for this endangered species.
New Teen Volunteer Opportunities This Summer
Nature guides and camp counselors can now learn more about career paths and participate in on-grounds projects.
GRT Funds Transforming ABQ BioPark through New Exhibit Construction and Renovations
Capital improvements guided by the BioPark’s Master Plan.
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 Thanks Longtime Volunteers
Several women have served at the BioPark for more than 25 years!
ABQ BioPark Announces Pregnancies of Orangutan Sarah and Gorilla Samantha
Sarah is an experienced mother while this will be Samantha's first baby.
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.
ABQ BioPark Associate Director Chosen By AZA for Leadership Program
Individuals chosen based on demonstrated interest and ability to advance to a director role in an AZA-accredited facility in the next five years.
Asante the Meerkat Passes Away Due to Old Age
Staff and visitors will miss this familiar face on the Catwalk.
Celebrate Sea Turtle Awareness Day with Mimi the rescued sea turtle
Celebrate Sea Turtle Awareness Day with Mimi the rescued sea turtle
ABQ BioPark and Thornburg Investment Management partner to bring virtual field trips to students
ABQ BioPark and Thornburg Investment Management partner to bring virtual field trips to students
