Sunset Zoo

09/21/2024

Take a moment today to celebrate these adorable, bamboo lovers on International Red Panda Day! Sunset Zoo has three Red Panda residents: Simone, Loofah, and their daughter Sunisa.

Red Panda Facts:
- Due to habitat loss and poaching, Red Panda populations have decreased exponentially in the last 20 years. Sunset Zoo and other AZA accredited facilities work diligently to support and protect these endangered species.
- Although they are labeled as carnivores, Red Pandas' diet consist of mostly bamboo leaves. They eat around 20-30% of their body weight in bamboo daily!
- They can use their fluffy tails to keep themselves warm in the colder months.

Our Suni Sunday update is a day early this week:
- Suni is becoming more independent and braver! She loves exploring new toys and is quickly finding her favorites. She is food motivated (me too Suni) and loves interacting with her keepers.

📸: Keeper Tori and Keeper Jacob

09/19/2024

There is still time to buy your Sunset Zoo’s Brew at the Zoo tickets. Enjoy cold beer and awesome food. It’s a fun way to save wildlife! Get yours before they sell out! 🍺 https://sunsetzoo.com/246/Brew-at-the-Zoo

09/17/2024

October 1st is the FINAL A&H Farms Day for Sunset Zoo members! Join us from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Farm.

Thank you A&H Farms for FIVE free days at the Farm!

09/15/2024

Happy Suni Sunday!
Weighing in at just over a kilogram this girl is growing right on track! Her spunky personality is starting to shine and every day she gets faster and feistier. 🌶

09/13/2024

‼️ATTENTION‼️ Sunset Zoo will be open on September 27th from 9:30 am to 1:00 pm. We will be closing early, at 1 pm, to set up for the annual fundraiser, Brew at the Zoo.

We apologize for any inconvenience. Sunset Zoo will reopen as normal on Saturday, September 28th at 9:30 am.

09/11/2024

📢 Join us TONIGHT for Science on Tap at 7 PM! 🍻🧬

The Sunset Zoo and Manhattan Brewing Company are teaming up to bring you “Science on Tap: The Science Behind the Cure” at 406 Poyntz Ave. This exciting event gives you the chance to hear from K-State Johnson Cancer Research Center scientists as they share the latest discoveries in cancer research, all while enjoying some fantastic local brews! 🍺🎤

Don’t miss out on this engaging and educational evening. Come for the science, stay for the drinks! 💜👨‍🔬👩‍🔬

09/10/2024

Spooky Safari: A new collaboration with the Riley County Historical Museum for a guided tour of Sunset Cemetery and Sunset Zoo's education team for a flashlight tour through the Zoo is happening on October 15 & 16 at 6:30 pm. Even though this tour is for all ages, it will be SpOoKy!

Tickets on sale on September 17th at 9:00 am: bit.ly/4gjMqTt

09/10/2024

We are excited to to be a part of this project and glad that because of the ADOPT grant and WTC Fiber we will have free WiFi at Sunset Zoo. Watch here and learn more.

We're bringing free public Wi-Fi to Sunset Zoo! 🦁💻

Watch our latest WTC Fiberside Chat to learn about the zoo’s history and how this new connectivity will enhance their operations.

🎥: https://youtu.be/2irSQh2MBKE

09/09/2024

Don’t worry, sir… she’s legal! Cheers to 21 years! 🎉

📸: Keeper Lauren

09/09/2024

Happy 21st Birthday to Giant Anteater, Angelica!

📸: Keeper Trevor and Keeper Lauren

09/09/2024

Are you interested in helping sponsor the largest fall family event in the area? Spooktacular (October 25-27) is a family friendly trick or treat weekend of activities, costumes, entertainment and family fun. For over 40 years Sunset Zoo has hosted this event with several community organizations and businesses also having booths at the event.

We are looking to elevate sponsorship opportunities to offer more visibility for overall sponsors of the event. If you are interested, please reach out to Sunset Zoo at 785-587-2737 or [email protected].

The fall season is here and we want to continue to provide amazing experiences for the entire community!

09/08/2024

Sweet Suni 🥰

📸: Keeper Caitlin

09/08/2024

Happy Suni Sunday! 🥰

At 9 weeks old, Suni is really starting to look like a red panda! Her fur is starting to darken to the distinctive red color, and stripes are developing on her tail.

When she’s not moving around, Suni loves being on her back- especially when she sleeps.

Stay tuned for an adorable video of Suni to be posted later today!



📸: Keeper Caitlin

09/08/2024

Nzadi is TWO cute! 🥳
Nzadi celebrated his 2nd birthday today with lots of enrichment and a cute photo shoot!

📸: Keeper Jess

09/07/2024

Vultures are among the most important, yet most misunderstood birds on our planet. These remarkable birds play a vital role in maintaining sustainable and healthy ecosystems. By efficiently consuming carcasses and organic waste, vultures likely prevent the spread of deadly diseases that could devastate wildlife, livestock, and even people.

To learn more and for more information on Vultures, visit vultureday.org.

09/06/2024

Stay tuned for the full video of our chat with WTC Fiber on Monday 9/9. 🛜 As you can tell, Buster is very excited for you to watch!

09/06/2024

This Sunday come join us for a great day with the grandparents and they will receive free admission!

We will have a craft station, treats, and of course our animals! Thanks to Meadowlark for making this event possible.

Grandparents Day is coming up on Sunday, September 8th. Treat your grammy, paw-paw, mimi, pops, or whatever you call them to Sunset Zoo!

Grandparents receive free admission with a paid admission.

09/04/2024

Join us at Manhattan Brewing Company next Wednesday for an inspiring evening as we shine a spotlight on the brilliant minds driving the future of cancer research at the K-State Johnson Cancer Research Center. Get up close and personal with leading scientists, learn about their groundbreaking work, and discover how their innovative approaches are bringing us closer to a cure.

09/02/2024

Sunset Zoo is open today from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm.

09/01/2024

Suni has something very important to say to all her fans out there… *listen closely*



📸: Keeper Caitlin

09/01/2024

We are going “Ape” over International Primate Day! We have been “monkeying” around at the zoo celebrating our favorite primate friends!

09/01/2024

Wake up! It’s Suni Sunday!

Suni weighs almost 700g, or about the weight of a basketball. And boy is she starting to look like one… just look at that belly! Our little girl has a fantastic appetite for her age and is growing right on schedule!

Stay tuned for a special video of Suni to be posted later today!



📸: Keeper Tori & Head Keeper Caitlin

08/31/2024

Check out these discounts in the gift shop and concession stand this September!

Friends of Sunset Zoo members receive 20% off on snack at the concession stand and everyone receives 10% off A.T. Storrs jewelry.

08/29/2024

We are so very thankful for your love and passion for the animals at Sunset Zoo! Check out our most recent enrichment items purchased for our residents.

We will have limited item tags available for Red Panda cub Suni starting on the 28th. Choose a "welcome to the world" gift for Suni or any other gift off of our enrichment tree for your favorite animal resident during your next visit to Sunset Zoo.

08/28/2024

Only THREE spots left for the Painting with the Animals, Ring-tailed Lemur edition!

Can't join us on September 14? No worries! There are more Painting with the Animal opportunities coming up:
- November 9th at 11:15 am with Ball Python & Indian Star Tortoise
(Register here: https://bit.ly/3T8VTTB)
- January 25th at 11:15 am with Opossum & Box Turtle
(Register here: https://bit.ly/3MpnvjK)