Exciting updates from the Northern ground hornbill family! 2-month-old Rwen had his first outing in the yard today. After gradual introductions, we’re thrilled to see him exploring the yard on his own. ☀️ 🌿

Zoo Update: Please be aware that there is false information circulating stating that admission is free on September 18. THIS IS A SCAM and is not coming from the Zoo. If you come across this information, please report it to help stop the spread.

Ready for wild fun? 🌳🐾 Join us for Conservation Day as we celebrate Maryland’s native wildlife and farm life! Hands-on activities, meet local wildlife, and enjoy unique fun like pig bowling and goat painting. 🗓️ September 21, free with Zoo admission ▶️ shorturl.at/fBhse

Santa Claus is coming to town! 🎅 Celebrate Breakfast with Santa featuring a festive meal, craft-making, and a visit from Santa and his feathered friend. Tickets are on sale now, get yours today for a magical holiday experience! Grab your tickets: shorturl.at/spST6

Complete and otter chaos this Friday 😅

The baby goats are having a baaa-rilliant day! 🐐

Look who’s peeking out, the broad-headed skink! 🦎 Although active during the day, these native lizards are tricky to spot as they spend most of their time high up in trees.

Pop quiz! African penguins are known for making a loud call that sounds like a... a) frog croaking b) person screaming c) car honking d) donkey braying

Mark your calendars for a FREE Field Talk with Dr. Tina Cloutier Barbour! 🐒 Learn about the incredible Tonkolili Chimpanzee Project and how the Maryland Zoo is contributing to chimp #conservation through the Chimpanzee SAFE program. Learn more ➡️ shorturl.at/jCl9f

🌙 Take a magical walk through the rainforest during Twilight Stroll! 🌿 Kick off a weekend of fun while learning about the Panamanian golden frogs and exploring other amazing animals from around the world. Hop on over for an evening of adventure ➡️ shorturl.at/F2uP7

Pounce on the opportunity to learn about Maryland’s native wildlife and farm life this Saturday! 🍃🐾 Connect with nature through hands-on activities and meet some of our native Maryland species like Josie the bobcat! Learn more: shorturl.at/DWah3

Last month, we teamed up with our friends at SuskyWildlifeSociety to release another Zoo-hatched wood turtle into the wild! Our head-starting program is giving these endangered Maryland natives a fighting chance to make a comeback, one little turtle at a time.

Have your ❤️ captured by a rhino! Our Rhino Training Experience offers you the chance to step into our barn and watch an up-close training session with these incredible animals—a memory that will last a lifetime. Book an Experience: bit.ly/3P4u6lV 🦏

3-month-old chimp Ivy is growing and getting a lot of face time in with mom and the rest of the troop! Every milestone that she reaches brings her closer to being reintroduced. 🐵 💚 Has her first two teeth 💚 Able to roll over 💚 Starting to take steps 💚 Starting to climb

Happy birthday to Zuri the lion! 🦁🎉 Yesterday she turned 11 years old and celebrated with a tasty popsicle enrichment.

Here they are—your September photo contest winners! 🎉 🥇 "Stuffed" by Shelley Langmead 🥈 "Blending In" by Paul Thiessen 🥉 "Penguin Pose" by Amanda Pitrof

Move over Picasso, the animals are painting! 🎨 You can snag one of these original masterpieces by the Zoo’s talented artists-in-residence. 100% of proceeds support animal care, education, and wildlife conservation. Check them out ➡️ shorturl.at/3f43e

Double trouble! Juvenile ground hornbill Rwen is being gradually introduced to big brother Everest. Watch for them as they start to share space!