Alexandria Zoological Park

Alexandria Zoological Park Promoting understanding and conservation of the natural world in which we live. Alexandria Zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

Since 1922, Alexandria Zoological Park has shared the wonders of the natural world with generations of zoo-goers. Get face to face with 500 animals including lions, crocodiles, monkeys, bears, otters and many more. Come explore a natural world filled with hoots, howls, and roars right in the heart of Central Louisiana. AMENITIES & EXPERIENCES
Train ride, Australian bird feeding, koi feeding, conce

ssions, gift shop and stroller rental. The Zoo is owned and operated by the City of Alexandria under the Division of Public Works. ADMISSION
Adults & Teens (Ages 13-64) $8.95
Children (Ages 2 - 12) $6.95
Seniors (Ages 65+) $6.95
Active & Retired Military (with valid military ID) $6.95
Ages 1 & Under Free
FOTAZ Members free with card & photo ID

All fees subject to change.

Taking care of the animals also means taking care of their habitats.
07/25/2024

Taking care of the animals also means taking care of their habitats.

07/24/2024

Cooperative care with the cougars. Watch Jack and Diane practice behaviors that will aid in their future health care.

07/23/2024

Rascal & Ranger the raccoons

It's National Zookeeper Week! Give a shout out to our hard working keeper staff!
07/21/2024

It's National Zookeeper Week! Give a shout out to our hard working keeper staff!

Sometimes it just takes a little extra treat to convince Norm to come inside while the keeper works in his outdoor habit...
07/20/2024

Sometimes it just takes a little extra treat to convince Norm to come inside while the keeper works in his outdoor habitat. 🌿

07/19/2024

🐻 To encourage foraging, keepers scatter Chipp and Obie's meal around their habitat.

We're edging closer to the weekend... can you bear the wait? Stop by and spend some time with Chipp, Obie and your othe...
07/19/2024

We're edging closer to the weekend... can you bear the wait? Stop by and spend some time with Chipp, Obie and your other zoo favorites.

07/17/2024

Meet Ivan the common marmoset

Our maintenance team works to keep the zoo in top shape for our animals and guests.
07/16/2024

Our maintenance team works to keep the zoo in top shape for our animals and guests.

🐠The spoonbills and ibis are dining on fish for lunch. What about you?
07/15/2024

🐠The spoonbills and ibis are dining on fish for lunch. What about you?

❤️🤍💙 Red, White & Zoo! Our Louisiana species enjoyed some special treats on July 4th 🇺🇸
07/14/2024

❤️🤍💙 Red, White & Zoo! Our Louisiana species enjoyed some special treats on July 4th 🇺🇸

07/13/2024

Philly the jaguar enjoys a frozen treat 🐆

07/12/2024

Otters! 🦦

07/10/2024

Zookeepers work with Bebu the jaguar and other animals on a series of behaviors that will encourage their participation in necessary exams or procedures without requiring physical or chemical restraint. This helps reduce stress on the animals as they become willing participants in their own health care.

Lunchtime!
07/09/2024

Lunchtime!

Mowing, trimming, weeding and more! Zookeepers don't just take care of the animals. They keep up the grounds in and ar...
07/08/2024

Mowing, trimming, weeding and more! Zookeepers don't just take care of the animals. They keep up the grounds in and around their habitats.

🦅 For their comfort, the bald eagles have temporarily relocated next to the jaguar habitat while construction work is be...
07/07/2024

🦅 For their comfort, the bald eagles have temporarily relocated next to the jaguar habitat while construction work is being done near their exhibit in Louisiana Habitat.

Watermelon! 🍉🍉🍉
07/06/2024

Watermelon! 🍉🍉🍉

Tuesday, July 9 | 10 - 10:45 AMStroller Safari is built for our littlest explorers, birth to five, and their caregivers....
07/05/2024

Tuesday, July 9 | 10 - 10:45 AM
Stroller Safari is built for our littlest explorers, birth to five, and their caregivers. Join us as we read a book, make a craft, play, and meet an Ambassador Animal or go on a guided tour to discover more about our zoo residents.

Registration is required: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/j3pnp7t

07/05/2024

Big Al the Aldabra tortoise

There are some animals such as the jaguar and other large predators that we never share a physical space with. Animals ...
07/04/2024

There are some animals such as the jaguar and other large predators that we never share a physical space with. Animals are shifted back and forth from indoor and outdoor spaces to keep our staff safe while cleaning, feeding, and taking care of other husbandry needs. There is always a physical barrier such as a fence between the animal and a person for training sessions, health checks and routine care. The only exception is if an animal is sedated by the health care team for a special exam.

🇺🇸🦅 Happy 4th of July! Alexandria Zoo is open today from 9 AM - 5 PM (last entry 4:30 PM).
07/04/2024

🇺🇸🦅 Happy 4th of July! Alexandria Zoo is open today from 9 AM - 5 PM (last entry 4:30 PM).

07/03/2024

While close contact between zoo keepers and animals is very limited and strictly managed, keepers do share space with the emus. Keepers work to create bonds with Burt & Ellie to help facilitate cooperative care by desensitizing them to touch.

Are you a Rapides Parish resident with a SNAP card? Visit us tomorrow, Thursday, July 4, for free zoo entry from 2 pm - ...
07/03/2024

Are you a Rapides Parish resident with a SNAP card? Visit us tomorrow, Thursday, July 4, for free zoo entry from 2 pm - 4:30 pm. Show your SNAP card with matching Rapides Parish photo ID. Admits up to 2 adults and 4 children.

YUM! Superworms!
07/02/2024

YUM! Superworms!

🦜 Beginning Friday, July 5, the Aussie Aviary will be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 9:30 AM - 1 PM (weather ...
07/01/2024

🦜 Beginning Friday, July 5, the Aussie Aviary will be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 9:30 AM - 1 PM (weather permitting).

Fun feeding the koi 😎
06/30/2024

Fun feeding the koi
😎

Enrichment keeps our animals engaged and active and also choice and control over how they spend their time.
06/29/2024

Enrichment keeps our animals engaged and active and also choice and control over how they spend their time.

Address

3016 Masonic Drive
Alexandria, LA
71301

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm
Saturday 9am - 4:30pm
Sunday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+13184416810

Website

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Videos

Cooperative care with the cougars. Watch Jack and Diane practice behaviors that will aid in their future health care.

Rascal & Ranger the raccoons

🐻 To encourage foraging, keepers scatter Chipp and Obie's meal around their habitat.

Meet Ivan the common marmoset

Philly the jaguar enjoys a frozen treat 🐆 #caturday #keepercam

Otters! 🦦

Cooperative care encourages animals to be an active, willing participant in husbandry and handling experiences. Giving our animals some control can make necessary veterinary exams or procedures, grooming, or handling much less stressful and reduces the need for the animal to be physically or chemically restrained to provide them health care. For example, to get the otters comfortable with a future injection, the keepers practice a duration target behavior while touching him with a syringe.

While close contact between zoo keepers and animals is very limited and strictly managed, keepers do share space with the emus. Keepers work to create bonds with Burt & Ellie to help facilitate cooperative care by desensitizing them to touch.

Zookeepers work with Bebu the jaguar and other animals on a series of behaviors that will encourage their participation in necessary exams or procedures without requiring physical or chemical restraint. This helps reduce stress on the animals as they become willing participants in their own health care.

Big Al the Aldabra tortoise

Look deep into my big beautiful brown eyes. Allow yourself to relax. Let the tension melt away. - Norm the Anoa

🍎 Apple bobbing with red river hogs, Hagrid and Rosie

Diving ducks dine on fish in Louisiana Habitat

Salad buffet for the Galapagos tortoises

Tasty snack for Jack and Diane the cougars.
Tasty snack for Jack and Diane the cougars.

Zookeepers create daily enrichment to encourage physical activity and mental exercise. Jack and Diane received a special treat that required them to forage and work for their meal, just as their wild counterparts do. #caturday

🚨WARNING🚨 Cuteness overload! The Prevost's squirrel is diurnal (active during the day) and arboreal (lives in trees). Their toes are well adapted with sharp claws for clinging to tree trunks.

al fresco dining with Millie the bobcat #caturday

Sunshine and watermelon... It's summertime! 🌞🍉 Ivan the common marmoset enjoys watermelon. What's your favorite summertime treat?

Zookeepers do target training to accomplish several things such as safety while working with the animals and cooperative care management. #americanalligator 🐊🥩

Happy Valentine's Day ❤️🩷❤️ Wishing you more success than Mr. Turtle's attempts to woo Ms. Turtle.

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