by Chris DeRoin | Mar 7, 2026 | News
Zoo Boise Education Center Progress [MARCH 7, 2026] Opening in 2026, this future space will bring even more opportunities for guests of all ages to connect with wildlife through programs and camps. The building will include indoor and outdoor learning spaces, a...
by Chris DeRoin | Jan 12, 2026 | New Animals, News
Wednesday, January 21 UPDATE: Wolverine Laura is now publicly viewable in her new habitat! Zoo Boise, a division of Boise Parks and Recreation, is excited to announce the arrival of Laura, an 11-month-old female wolverine who recently traveled from ZooMontana to join...
by Chris DeRoin | Oct 23, 2025 | New Animals, News
Zoo Boise, a division of Boise Parks and Recreation, is excited to announce the reopening of the Small Animal Kingdom. City of Boise leaders, zoo staff, and supporters gathered to unveil the all-new experience Thursday, October 23. The Small Animal Kingdom is filled...
by Chris DeRoin | Sep 9, 2025 | Conservation, New Animals, News
Twix, a one-year-old male red panda, has arrived at Zoo Boise for a temporary stay, while his new home is finalized at another AZA-accredited zoo. This means five red pandas currently call the new Virginia R. Bartak Red Panda Passage home. Twix has a special Zoo Boise...
by Chris DeRoin | Sep 5, 2025 | New Animals, News
Baby announcement! Three baby meerkats were born at Zoo Boise this spring. They are healthy, full of energy, and very curious. Although they aren’t in public view right now, the meerkat pups will soon be exploring their brand-new habitat inside the renovated Small...
