by Jeff Agosta | Nov 7, 2024 | News
Zoo Boise, a division of Boise Parks and Recreation, is sad to announce the passing of Kabita, a 15-year-old female snow leopard. Kabita was humanely euthanized last week following a gradual decline in her health due to advanced squamous cell carcinoma, an incurable...
by Jeff Agosta | Oct 29, 2024 | News
Big improvements are coming to Zoo Boise, and we couldn’t be more excited! Starting Monday, November 4, we’re temporarily closing the Small Animal Kingdom for an exciting transformation that will bring new, updated spaces for both animals and guests to enjoy. We...
by Jeff Agosta | Sep 13, 2024 | Conservation, News
Did you know that Zoo Boise plays a pivotal role in creating the world’s largest and most comprehensive knowledge base on over 22,000 species? As a member of global nonprofit Species360, Zoo Boise contributes data on the animals and groups in its care every day, from...
by Jeff Agosta | Feb 14, 2024 | Lists, News
Zoo Boise, a division of Boise Parks and Recreation, is honored to be recognized as one of the top 20 zoos in the country by USA Today. According to the publication, a panel of experts selected their picks for the best zoos in the United States — facilities that excel...
by Jeff Agosta | Dec 11, 2023 | Conservation, New Animals, News
Zoo Boise, a division of Boise Parks and Recreation, is gearing up for a series of construction projects that will kick off in the new year. These zoo improvements will not only update popular habitats for beloved animals but will improve accessibility and educational...
