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
Mexican Gray Wolf Program Continues With New Wolves Coming to the BioPark Soon
The ABQ BioPark continues to contribute to the Mexican Gray Wolf Species Survival Plan by serving as a breeding and holding facility.
Great News for ABQ BioPark Ape Community
After nearly two months battling the highly infectious Shigella bacteria, animals resume with normal activities.
Join Us at the Zoo for Some New Animal Presentations
Komodo strolls and tortoise chats offer educational experiences for visitors.
ABQ BioPark Ocelot Lucy Receives Sperm From Wild Male
The artificial insemination could help bolster conservation efforts for wild ocelots and increase genetic diversity in zoo-based populations.
Plant Vandals Destroy Endangered Agave Titanota Cluster at the Garden
Some visitors have carved their initials into these plants, threatening their health and conservation of the species.
ABQ BioPark Announces New Wildlife Partnership with Valles Caldera National Preserve
5-year agreement to protect local endangered wildlife.
Siamang Rue Loses Fight Against Shigella
While the ABQ BioPark is encouraged by the recovery of most of its apes, staff mourn the loss of the siamang infant.
Johore the Siamang Dies from Shigella Complications
The ABQ BioPark continues to treat for the highly infectious bacteria, which can cause GI distress and death in primates.
Statement from the ABQ BioPark Concerning Apes
Some of our primates are off exhibit and under care for a bacterial infection.
The ABQ BioPark is deeply saddened by the passing of beloved gorilla Huerfanita
Huerfanita died of complications from the bacterial infection affecting the Zoo’s gorillas, orangutans and siamangs
The ABQ BioPark is heartbroken at the unexpected death of siamang Brian
Bacterial infection affecting the Zoo’s gorillas, orangutans and siamangs.
ABQ BioPark plays a leading role in freshwater fish conservation in the Caribbean and around the globe
ABQ BioPark plays a leading role in freshwater fish conservation in the Caribbean and around the globe
ABQ BioPark Expecting a Baby Hippo
Mom Karen trained to participate in an ultrasound and is nearing her due date.