The zoo will close early on Friday, August 9, 2024, to accommodate setup for Wild After Hours: Corks for Conservation (18+). The last entry into the grounds will be at 3:00 p.m. and the grounds will begin to be cleared at 4:00 p.m. Thank you for understanding.
Indoor Gorilla Habitat: From July 2 until approximately the end of the month, the western lowland gorilla troop will not be viewable in their indoor African Rainforest habitat while work is done on the viewing windows. The troop will be viewable in their outdoor habitat throughout the project (weather and animal participation permitting). The rest of the African Rainforest building will remain open and accessible throughout the project. Thank you for your understanding.
African Savannah Yard: Hartmann’s mountain zebras and ostriches will be off-view until the end of the year while we complete exciting upgrades in the African Savannah Yard, including the construction of a new Savannah Barn for the animals. Our giraffe tower will continue to be viewable throughout the project. Thank you for your understanding.
Bite-Sized
We’re turning red with excitement – join us in welcoming a NEW species to zoo grounds!
A female red-crowned crane named ‘Ruby’ joined the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo family last week. Her habitat can be found at the back courtyard habitat of Gateway to Asia. We can’t wait to celebrate her 20th birthday later this month!
Did you know that the red-crowned crane is one of the largest crane species in the world? They can stand up to five feet tall and have a wingspan of two and a half metres!
Red-crowned cranes are listed as vulnerable by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. It is estimated that there are ~3,000 left in the wild. As an ambassador for her species, we’re thrilled to welcome this magnificent bird to her new home.
Red-crowned crane, ‘Ruby’
