Our pretty little baby ❤️

After a day of exploring, relax and watch the sun set over the savanna. It’s a peaceful view you’ll only find at the Tropical Education Center. 📸: Night Manager, Juan Carlos

📷 NOTICE: The Belize Zoo will be closing early on Monday, May 26, 2025. We’re closing at 3:30PM with last admission at 2:30PM. Regular hours resume the following day. We thank you for your understanding!

As temperatures rise above 100°F, our zookeepers are getting creative to help the animals stay cool and comfortable. One fun idea is frozen fruit pops! These chilly treats are a form of enrichment. 📷: Lead Zookeeper Roxana

The Belize Zoo is the greatest part of Sharon Matola’s legacy. With this in mind, we invite anyone who is planning to visit the Zoo on Sharon Matola Day (June 7th) to create a piece of art, such as a small poster or painting, that illustrates what The Belize Zoo means to you.

Bring the whole family to enjoy the “best little zoo in the world” as we celebrate the legacy of our founder, Sharon Matola. All Belizeans and permanent residents will enjoy FREE entry to the Belize Zoo on Saturday, June 7, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (last admission at 4:00 PM)

2 years ago, we debuted Neo the river otter’s habitat at the 2nd Annual Sharon Matola Day! Neo has become one of our most popular animal. While he may not have an otter companion, Neo receives daily care, and attention from our team and of lots of love from visitors like you!

Happy World Environment Day from The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center! Protecting the environment means protecting the animals that depend on it, and that’s at the heart of everything we do. What are some actions you take to care for your environment? Please Let us know!

456 Belizeans walked through our gate to celebrate Sharon Matola Day. We honored the woman whose wild dream gave us a place to connect with wildlife. Her life work was about connecting animals, people, and the wild spaces we share. Thank you, Belize, for keeping her legacy alive!

Happy Tuesday from our not-so-little Grace the tapir! As tapir calves grow, their signature spots and stripes gradually fade and their coats transition to a sleek dark grey. Grace still has a few more months to show off her coat so be sure to stop by her habitat before it’s gone!

We will be closing at 3:00PM this Saturday, June 14th, with last admission at 1:30PM. This early closure is to prepare for the Wild Tales Dinner happening later that evening. You have until 5:00PM today to get your ticket! Contact [email protected] or Whatsapp +501 613-4966

Grace is a herbivore. Now that her teeth are in, she’s munching on a mix of fruits and leafy greens. We’re still trying to figure out why she enjoys nibbling on our staff… does she think that zookeepers are a delicacy or they’re just oversized, walking veggies in uniform?

Registration for Conservation Camp 2025 is OPEN! Dates: August 4–8, 2025 Location: Tropical Education Center For 30 years, “Zoo Camp” has been dedicated to inspiring and empowering Belizean youth to safeguard our natural heritage. Deadline to apply is Friday, July 25, 2025

The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center is mourning the loss of Lindo the Jaguar, following a prolonged battle with chronic renal failure (kidney disease) and the increasing challenges of old age. His legacy lives on in the hearts of all who were touched by his presence.

Registration for the 4th Annual Roaring Run for Jaguars 5K & 10-Mile is OPEN! Register now: belizezoo.org/run-for-jaguar… Let’s make this the biggest and boldest #RunforJags yet. Grab your running crew and sign up today! Held in observance of International Jaguar Day!

Ms. Berlyn Tut is the 2025 recipient of the Sharon Matola Conservation Scholarship. She will receive an academic award of BZ$10,000.00 towards her pursuit of a Bachelor of Science in Natural Resource Management at the University of Belize starting in August 2025.

Enjoy an up-close and educational experience with some of The Belize Zoo’s most iconic residents. You’ll be accompanied by a Zookeeper or Education Officer. View our full catalogue: belizezoo.org/tours-and-anim… Contact [email protected] or text/call/WhatsApp +501‑613‑4966

Please join us in congratulating Lead Zookeeper Roxana Lemus who attained her Associate's in Veterinary Technology from Galen University! Roxana's two year journey of professional and academic capacity building ended on a high note as she graduated with honors yesterday.

Edgar Hill here to remind you that the Belize Zoo is OPEN on weekends! 📷 SATURDAYS 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM. Last admission at 4:00 PM. 📷 SUNDAYS 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Last admission at 3:30 PM. 📷: safariemilie

The Belize Zoo will be OPEN tomorrow (Friday, August 1st, 2025)! Open from 8:30AM to 5PM, with last admission at 4PM. Come spend your day off at the “best little zoo in the world”!