Edinburgh Zoo

31/01/2025

Happy International Zebra Day 🦓

Today, we are celebrating our amazing Grevy's zebra – Azizi, Daniella and Grace.

🌍 Grevy's zebra are the largest zebra species and a true icon of the African savannah. They are easily recognized by their narrow stripes and large, mule-like ears.

💛 With around 2,000 remaining in the wild, this endangered species is threatened by habitat loss, competition with livestock, and droughts.

29/01/2025

28/01/2025

It's almost time to say goodbye to the Wee Waddle 🐧

In anticipation of breeding season, the last Wee Waddle (a reimagined version of our world-famous Penguin Parade) will take place THIS SUNDAY.

Make sure you catch one of the last waddles from Thursday to Sunday this week at 2:15pm 💛

27/01/2025

We are sad to share the loss of Kevyn, our eldest male red panda, who passed away this weekend 💛

At 14 years old, Kevyn had been facing age related health issues and was being cared for closely by our expert keepers and vets.

After spending 10 years at Highland Wildlife Park and fathering seven kits, he moved to Edinburgh Zoo in 2022, where he has been living with our new female, Priya. He was a favourite among staff and visitors during his time at both our charity’s zoos and will be hugely missed.

26/01/2025

We’re open 💛

Our amazing teams have worked hard to sort the debris and other issues after Storm Éowyn as quickly as possible.

We can’t wait to welcome you back today!

25/01/2025

SATURDAY 25 JANUARY 💨

Due to damage caused by the storm yesterday we will be closed today. Our staff and animals are safe and well but there are a few trees down blocking paths.

We hope to be open again tomorrow. All pre-booked visitors have been contacted 💛

24/01/2025

UPDATE: There has been more damage to the site overnight due to the weather. We are assessing the damage and will make a decision on whether we open later this morning.

We’re planning to be OPEN tomorrow (Saturday 25 January) 💛

Huge thank you to our amazing teams who braved the weather today to make sure our animals are safe and well cared for.

23/01/2025

☁️ ZOO CLOSURE - WEATHER WARNING ⚠️

With the weather warnings in place for Edinburgh and the Lothians tomorrow (Friday 24 January), we have made the advance decision to close the zoo.

All pre-booked ticket holders have been contacted, if you have not received this email, please contact [email protected] and the team will get back to you 💛

22/01/2025

We have tadpoles! 🐸

This video shows the internal make up of these amazing little amphibians as they change from tadpoles to frogs - specifically Trinidadian stream frogs.

Visit our frogs and tadpoles in our Wee Beasties building 🕷️

20/01/2025

Ever wondered what kind of penguin you are? 🐧

Look no further, this we have created a handy quiz so you can find out (p.s we're Northern rockhoppers)!

17/01/2025

Are you passionate about a career in conservation or science? ✅

Aged 16 - 18? ✅

Science Summer School is a FREE programme introducing the role of a modern zoo through a week long course focusing on practical activities including enclosure design, animal behaviour observations, collection planning and zoo veterinary practices.

Find out more and apply before Monday 3 February 👉 edinburghzoo.org.uk/events-experiences/events/science-summer-school

16/01/2025

Welcome to the biscuit factory 😻

Cats, like Akiko our Pallas's cat, scratch trees to leave visual markings and their scent, as well as to sharpen their claws and have a good stretch!

15/01/2025

🏉 Fancy a SCRUM-ptious brunch ahead of cheering on your team?

Only a short walk away from Murrayfield Stadium, we’re providing the perfect morning to kick start your rugby day with free parking, a buffet breakfast and entry into Edinburgh Zoo.

Book your tickets now 👉 edinburghzoo.org.uk/events-experiences/events/roaring-rugby-brunch

14/01/2025

Can you help care for the rescued lynx?

Abandoned in a freezing forest in the Scottish Highlands, our charity is giving the three lynx a safe, warm home and veterinary care so they can recover.

You can help to give these traumatised animals the chance to regain their health. With your support our charity's dedicated keepers can give each animal the best of care.

Donate today 👉 rzss.org.uk/donation

13/01/2025

We're celebrating Burns Night early, with our very own Robert Burns impersonator, who has delivered a delightful ode to Haggis 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

In honour of the Bard's way with words, our new take on the Address to a Haggis is a toast to both Scottish tradition and one of our most beloved zoo residents.

You can adopt Haggis and her family 👉 adoption.edinburghzoo.org.uk

09/01/2025

From the historic Mansion House to the Budongo Boardroom, we have a range of unique and versatile spaces for any occasion ✨👇

08/01/2025

The culprit behind yesterday's snowy footprints - a western grey kangaroo!

Did you know...
🦘 Thanks to their large feet, kangaroos can leap 30 feet in a single bound and travel more than 30mph
🦘 A group of kangaroos is called a mob
🦘 Western grey kangaroos communicate with each other with a range of soft clicks

📸 Keeper Charlie