We had fun counting down to NOON today at Como,!
Thank you all for sharing your thoughts and concern for the animals at Como. We want to assure you that their well-being is always our top priority.
The brief, 13-second firework display we hosted to celebrate the New Year was planned with careful consideration for our animal residents. We specifically chose fireworks that produce more sizzle and spark, with very little sound, to minimize any potential disturbance. Additionally, at this time of year, most of the animals are inside their habitats, which are insulated from outside noise, and many likely weren’t even aware of the display.
We deeply appreciate your care and passion for the animals at Como—it’s this shared dedication that makes our community so special. Thank you for trusting us to always keep their safety and comfort at the heart of everything we do.
Happy New Year, and thank you for supporting Como!
Polar Bear Neil and Nan Birthday 2024
🎉❄️ Polar Bear Party Alert! ❄️🎉
Earlier today, we celebrated Neil’s 29th and Nan’s 30th birthdays with lots of polar bear fun! ❄️ Neil, Nan, and Kulu had a blast playing and enjoying special birthday enrichment treats.
Watch the video and join us in wishing these majestic bears a beary happy birthday! 🎂🐾 #PolarBearParty #NeilTurns29 #NanTurns30 #comozoo
📹: Zookeeper Kelley
🧊🥒 Happy (Belated) National Pickle Day! 🥒🧊
Yesterday, our amazing zookeepers celebrated in style by tossing a giant pickle enrichment toy into the polar bear habitat—and Kulu couldn’t wait to make it his new favorite toy! Watch him splash, chase, and tumble around with his pickle pal in the water. Kulu’s playtime reminds us how important enrichment is for all our animal friends, helping them stay active, engaged, and curious. This video is sure to dill-light your day! 💦 #PickleDay #PolarBearPlay #ComoZoo
📹: Zookeeper Kelley
Monday blues? Not for our polar bears! Our polar bears discovered the secret to a bubbly good time! Who knew bubbles could be this exciting? Mondays are better with a little bear-powered bubble action!
📹: Zookeeper Kelley
Primate Keeper Michelle introduces Como's Gorillas on #WorldGorillaDay
🌍 🦍 It’s World Gorilla Day, and we’re going bananas! 🦍💚
Today, we’re handing over our Facebook to Como Zoo’s very own Primate Keeper, Michelle, who’s here to introduce you to each of our 8 amazing gorillas! 🦍🌿
From heartwarming stories to fun facts, Michelle will be sharing posts all day, so stay tuned for a gorilla-packed celebration!
Celebrate with us right here on Facebook or stop by for a visit in person! And while you’re here, help us protect gorillas in the wild by joining our annual “Gorillas on the Line” recycling campaign! ♻️ Bring your old phones and small electronics to Como Zoo, and we’ll recycle them to raise money for gorilla conservation! 🦍🌍
Let’s make a difference together—one phone at a time! 📱♻️
#WorldGorillaDay #GorillasOnTheLine #Conservation #ComoZoo #RecycleForGorillas
For more information, visit https://comozooconservatory.org/support-us/conservation/
Is “Baby Tiger Tuesday” a thing? Well it is at Como!
Don’t you hate it when mom wakes you up for a bath? 😂 🐯
#comozoo #tigers #tigertuesday
We are thrilled to announce the birth of two critically endangered Amur tiger cubs on the morning of August 29th. These cubs—a male and a female—are the first tigers born at Como Zoo in more than 41 years, marking a historic and exciting moment for the zoo and its conservation efforts. #amurtiger #tigercubs #speciessurvivalplan
Como's Obon Festival - Third Sunday In August
We're only a few days away from our biggest event of the year, and the weather forecast looks perfect! Como's Japanese Obon Festival (f.n.a. Japanese Lantern Lighting Festival) is this Sunday! Get your tickets today! https://comozooconservatory.org/como/obon-festival-2024/
Giant African Land Snail Removal
Day 3 was all about the Giant African land snail and helping reduce the presence of this invasive (and dangerous) species in the Galápagos Islands!
Pack a picnic and head over on this beautiful evening for Groovin’ In The Garden with Innocent Reggae Band! Free, live music from 6-8pm. We will have beer, wine, pop, hotdogs available to purchase.
