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
Renovations to Seating and Shade at Tingley Beach
Staff repaired tables and added shade structures to help visitors stay cool during the summer.
Zoo Says Goodbye to Memala the Orangutan
At 50, she was the oldest ape at the Zoo and the second oldest orangutan in an AZA-accredited facility.
New Evening Dining Options in Botanic Garden
Dine on the festival green with food from the Shark Reef Cafe.
Comings and Goings at the Heritage Farm
Farm says goodbye to Rocky the steer, welcomes 6 new Navajo churro sheep.
Fun Facts About Five Snakes
Meet some of the Zoo's superb slithering serpents in honor of World Snake Day.
ABQ BioPark Aquatic Conservation Facility Collects more than 100,000 Silvery Minnow Eggs this Spring
Eggs collected to help with breeding efforts for the endangered fish.
ABQ BioPark Gives Victory Garden Starts to Local Non-Profits for National Public Gardens Week
Garden staff looking for ways to give back to those most in need.
ABQ BioPark Welcomes New Hyena Cubs, Says Goodbye to a Few Faces
Departures were part of Species Survival Plans.
BioPark Volunteers Put Their Passion, Skills Into Making Masks for Staff
Two dozen volunteers have produced nearly 400 face coverings for essential staff.
ABQ BioPark Gives Seal Update
Dr. Erin Flynn discusses the seals backstage at the ABQ BioPark, including acclimating to a new habitat, training and the loss of a member of our seal family.