Potter Park Zoo AAZK chapter

04/11/2025

Fun fact Friday! Nigerian Dwarf Goat (Capra aegagrus hircus) are now a domesticated breed however the breeds origins trace back to West African Dwarf Goats which are prevalent throughout tropical Western Africa, they are typically raised for companion animals and their milk! Make sure you stop by the farm yard and visit Hank and all of our other goats! Photo credit Keeper Jazzmin

04/05/2025

Thank You all who came out to our Trivia night last week! We had an amazing time, we had over 55 attendees and raised $1,113 for Bongo Surveillance Project! None of this would be possible without you all, so thank you once again for joining us and helping us raise money for such an amazing cause!

03/25/2025

We are just a few days out!
Make sure to get your tickets now!

Think you know all there is about animal parenting? Put your knowledge to the test at Potter Park Zoo AAZK chapter's Trivia Night - The Good The Bad and The Ugly of Animal Parenting!

It's a night of laughs, friendly competition, and great prizes for a fantastic cause.

When: This Friday, 7–9 p.m. (Check-in starts at 6:30 p.m.)
Where: Safari Room
Cost: $20 per person or $75 for a team of four
Teams: 1–5 people
Perks: Enjoy refreshments and compete for prizes for the top three teams
Cause: 100% of proceeds go to support bongo conservation

Don't miss out on the fun! Gather your team, show off your animal expertise, and make a meaningful impact for bongos. You can get tickets here: https://bit.ly/4bJGZez

03/21/2025

Fun Fact Friday! Baby Magellanic penguin (Spheniscus magellanicus) spend the first 30 days of life in their burrows and nest while their parents go out and hunt! For those first 30 days they get fed once a day but after that it is more sporadic! Photo credit Keeper Delanie!

03/17/2025

Happy St Patrick’s Day 🍀 Luck was with Kota today when he found a shamrock-covered pickle at the end of his rainbow with a tasty treat to celebrate! Photo/video credit: Keeper Annie

03/14/2025

Fun Fact Friday! The Eastern Bongo (Tragelaphus eurycerus isaaci) - did you know that these amazing animals have horns, not antlers, and that their horns continuously grow and twist throughout their lives? Check out our bongos and their impressive horns on your next zoo visit! If you're lucky, you might catch a glimpse of Ahadi, whose horns are just starting to emerge! Photo credit: keeper Adrianna!

03/07/2025

Fun Fact Friday! Ring-tailed Lemurs (Lemur catta) are named for the black and white bands on their tails! Did you know all Ring-tailed lemurs have 13 alternating stripes on their tails? Next time you’re at the zoo, try to count the strips on the troop! Photo credit: Keeper Jazzmin

02/28/2025

Fun fact Friday! Did you know that antlers are the fastest-growing bones of any animal? They can get up to an inch longer every day. Those who bathe in sunlight tend to have higher testosterone levels and faster growth. A full-grown male can carry 40-pound antlers. Photo credit: Keeper Adrianna

02/15/2025

Fun Fact Friday!
Hognose snakes are rear-fanged venomous. They have fangs in the back of their mouth and usually chew on their prey to inject the venom. Though they are considered venomous, most are harmless because their venom is less potent than front-fanged venomous snakes. Make sure to stop by the reptile house and see this little guy! Photo Credit: Keeper Delanie

02/13/2025

Today is your last day to get your valentines orders in!

Send a Wild Valentine & Support a Great Cause!
This Valentine’s Day, surprise your loved one with a special video from one of Potter Park Zoo’s animals!
Choose from cows, okapi, lynx, lemurs, penguins, or tegu, and we’ll send your Valentine a heartwarming (or hilarious!) message straight from their favorite animal on Valentine's Day.

https://forms.gle/reDNM19fsWCwiLfX9

100% of proceeds benefiting Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter!

This is one Valentine’s surprise you won’t want to miss!

02/08/2025

Only 5 days left to get your loved one an animal valentine!

Send a Wild Valentine & Support a Great Cause!

This Valentine’s Day, surprise your loved one with a special video from one of Potter Park Zoo’s animals! Choose from cows, okapi, lynx, lemurs, penguins, or tegu, and we’ll send your Valentine a heartwarming (or hilarious!) message straight from their favorite animal on Valentine's Day.

This fundraiser is hosted by the Potter Park Zoo AAZK chapter, with 100% of proceeds benefiting Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter! This is one Valentine’s surprise you won’t want to miss!

Learn More: https://bit.ly/3Cx4tXf

02/08/2025

Fun fact: Friday! The Cotton Top Tamarin (Saguinus oedipus) is a completely arboreal primate species from South America. This means they have lived in the trees their whole lives. They can reach up to 25 mph when running and jumping through the forest. They are also incredibly fast when climbing because they have claws on their fingers and toes instead of nails! Photo credit: Keeper Annie

02/01/2025

Send a Wild Valentine & Support a Great Cause!
This Valentine’s Day, surprise your loved one with a special video from one of Potter Park Zoo’s animals!
Choose from cows, okapi, lynx, lemurs, penguins, or tegu, and we’ll send your Valentine a heartwarming (or hilarious!) message straight from their favorite animal on Valentine's Day.

https://forms.gle/reDNM19fsWCwiLfX9

100% of proceeds benefiting Ingham County Animal Control and Shelter!

This is one Valentine’s surprise you won’t want to miss!

01/31/2025

Fun Fact Friday! Leaf Tail Gecko (Uroplatus spp.) they have microscopic hairs structures called setae on their toes that are form molecular bonds with surfaces to allow them to “stick” to smooth surfaces like glass! Photo credit: Keeper Delanie

01/25/2025

Fun fact Fridays! We have two types of alpacas at the zoo - Suri Alpacas and Huacaya Alpaca! Both breeds produce a highly valued fiber, with Suri alpaca’s fiber growing in straight “locks,” while Huacaya fiber has a “crimped,” wavy texture and grows in bundles. Next time you’re at the zoo see if you can tell the difference between our alpacas! Photo credit:Keeper Jazzmin