Sedgwick County Zoo

Sedgwick County Zoo The Sedgwick County Zoo is the No. 1 outdoor family tourist attraction in Kansas and is dedicated to For more information, visit www.scz.org.
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Sedgwick County Zoo has been recognized with national and international awards for its support of field conservation programs and successful breeding of rare and endangered species. It's the No. 1 outdoor family tourist attraction in Kansas and is home to over 3,000 animals of more than 400 different species. The Sedgwick County Zoo is a not-for-profit organization, accredited by the Association o

f Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you and a better future for all living things. With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. For more information, visit www.aza.org. Sedgwick County Zoo is also a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums www.waza.org.

Today we want to thank everyone who attended Dr. Greg’s presentation last night - both virtually and in person! 🎉If you ...
03/06/2025

Today we want to thank everyone who attended Dr. Greg’s presentation last night - both virtually and in person! 🎉

If you want to continue supporting his work, you can purchase unique snare wire art here: https://qrco.de/bfo9sV. Proceeds help protect species in the wild and provide a livelihood for Indigenous people. 🐾

We hope to see you all again next year and invite those who joined us virtually to attend in person!

03/06/2025

Join us LIVE with Dr. Greg Rasmussen of the Painted Dog Research Trust. 🐾

Join Dr. Greg Rasmussen, founder of Painted Dog Research, TONIGHT at 7pm in the Cargill Learning Center to learn about t...
03/05/2025

Join Dr. Greg Rasmussen, founder of Painted Dog Research, TONIGHT at 7pm in the Cargill Learning Center to learn about the endangered African Painted Dog and how we are helping to protect it. 🐾

This event is FREE and open to the public.

Can't attend in person? 📲 Join our live stream: https://www.facebook.com/share/1GLRDdcAAx/

We hope to see you there!

Our chimpanzees are now enjoying three feet of fresh mulch in their indoor habitat! 🪵Just like in our gorilla habitat, t...
03/04/2025

Our chimpanzees are now enjoying three feet of fresh mulch in their indoor habitat! 🪵

Just like in our gorilla habitat, this soft, natural flooring helps replicate their natural environment while also promoting positive welfare.

This project wouldn’t have been possible without an incredible team effort! Shoutout to our amazing volunteers Fiber Dynamics, John Deere, and Southern Star Pipeline, as well as our dedicated Zoo volunteers AND our Maintenance and Ride Operations staff - it truly takes a village!

Check out Chuckie and Mabusu enjoying their refreshed space!

03/04/2025

In honor of World Wildlife Day, we hit the streets to test our visitors' animal knowledge - and they crushed it! 👏

How well do YOU know wildlife? 🤔 Watch and play along!

Say hello to Louise, the newest (and tiniest) member of our peccary family! 👋At just 19 days old, she’s already keeping ...
03/03/2025

Say hello to Louise, the newest (and tiniest) member of our peccary family! 👋

At just 19 days old, she’s already keeping her parents, Pickles and Karl, on their toes. She can be spotted zooming around her habitat, staying close to mom, or snuggling up in her cozy dirt den.

Chacoan peccaries are endangered due to habitat loss and fragmentation, making every new addition to their population even more special.

Come see Louise in the South America habitat while she’s still little!

Exciting news for Amora! 🐾Our maned wolf pup, Amora, has officially started exploring her outdoor habitat in our South A...
02/26/2025

Exciting news for Amora! 🐾

Our maned wolf pup, Amora, has officially started exploring her outdoor habitat in our South America area! She was introduced to the space yesterday and will now be spending time outside intermittently as she gets comfortable in her new surroundings.

As part of her transition, you may also spot her having special playdates with Goose, a Great Dane who is owned by a staff member. Goose is temporarily helping Amora develop important social skills like setting boundaries - an essential step before she’s ready to be with another maned wolf.

Next time you visit, keep an eye out for Amora as she continues to grow, learn, and explore! 🧡

Guess what day it is! 🐪🎉In addition to hump day, it's your FINAL chance to enjoy $5 admission for Winter Wednesday this ...
02/26/2025

Guess what day it is! 🐪🎉

In addition to hump day, it's your FINAL chance to enjoy $5 admission for Winter Wednesday this season.

Grab your tickets at the entrance or on our website at scz.org 🎟️ See you soon!

Happy 28th Birthday to Sukari! 🎉
02/24/2025

Happy 28th Birthday to Sukari! 🎉

Happy birthday, Sukari! This birthday girl is celebrating her 28th birthday with her friends at the Sedgwick County Zoo. We're happy she will be spending her big day relaxing in the sun! Have a spectacular year ahead, Sukari! Photo by Devin Turner.

With temperatures heating up and snow melting down, the weather will be perfect for our LAST Winter Wednesday of the sea...
02/24/2025

With temperatures heating up and snow melting down, the weather will be perfect for our LAST Winter Wednesday of the season! 🌞📢

Join us on February 26th to enjoy a day full of adventure and memory-making. Don’t miss your last chance to explore the Zoo for just $5.

We'll see you here! 🎟️ scz.org/visit

02/22/2025

that black crowned cranes are about 3 feet in height and have wing spans reaching up to 6 feet?! 🤯 Their impressive wingspan helps them gracefully navigate wetlands and grasslands, where they spend their time foraging for insects, small animals, and plants.

Next time you visit, be sure to stop by and admire them in our Downing Gorilla Forest - you might be surprised by just how big they really are!

02/21/2025

Happy Friday from Amora! 🐾

This playful pup continues to do well under the dedicated care of her keepers. She’s growing fast, learning new behaviors, and showing off her curious spirit every day!

Send Amora some love in the comments and stay tuned for more updates as she grows.

02/20/2025

These freezing temperatures may have us bundling up, but they’re just right for a snow leopard! ❄

Snow leopards are able to stay warm thanks to their thick fur which grows even longer in the winter, acting as insulation, along with their bushy tail that can wrap around their body for added warmth when resting.

02/19/2025

Alizeti is 18 months old! 🎉 Let’s celebrate with 60 seconds of her playing!

She’s gaining confidence every day, zipping around her habitat and mastering her climbing skills. Whether swinging on firehose or engaging with her enrichment, she’s always on the move! Her baby teeth have all come in, including her first canines, and she’s enjoying more solid foods - especially grapes which are her favorite!

Lately, she’s been spending more time with the adult females in her troop, often seen playing and interacting with them. In the wild, infant chimpanzees are raised with the help of the whole group, so it’s natural for her to be forming strong bonds with her family.

🎥Keeper Alicia

❄️ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ❄️Due to the continued winter weather, the Zoo will be closed tomorrow, February 20. This clos...
02/19/2025

❄️ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ❄️

Due to the continued winter weather, the Zoo will be closed tomorrow, February 20. This closure includes the cancellation of all education programs.

As always, this allows our animal care staff to focus on keeping the animals safe and warm indoors, and for our guests to do the same.

Thank you for your understanding! We look forward to welcoming you back upon reopening.

❄️ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ❄️Due to the forecasted winter weather, the Zoo will be closed tomorrow, February 18, and Wedn...
02/17/2025

❄️ IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT ❄️

Due to the forecasted winter weather, the Zoo will be closed tomorrow, February 18, and Wednesday, February 19. This closure includes the cancellation of all education programs.

As always, this allows our animal care staff to focus on keeping the animals safe and warm indoors, and for our guests to do the same.

Thank you for your understanding, and stay safe out there! We look forward to welcoming you back upon reopening.

02/16/2025

It's time for a ! 🐘 Simunye, the furthest along in her pregnancy, is getting some well-deserved pampering. She’s been receiving warm hydrotherapy sessions which help with swelling and keeping her clean. Additionally, she gets topped off with an antibacterial spray for any sores that may occur due to stretching.

As many mothers know, growing a baby is tough work, so we’re making sure our elephants are as comfortable as possible! 🧡

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5555 W Zoo Boulevard
Wichita, KS
67212

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

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