Detroit Zoo has three new cubs join its lion pride
The Detroit Zoo has welcomed the arrival of three new cubs after their 9-year-old lioness Amirah gave birth in November.
Detroit Zoo welcomes new baby giraffe
This is the zoo's fifth giraffe to join the society.
Detroit Zoo offering free entry for military members on Veterans Day
The Detroit Zoo is offering free entry for military members and vets on Veterans Day.
Detroit Zoo brings back 'Zoo Keys' for visitors to learn more about the animals
It is late spring in Metro Detroit, which means school’s out, and the lines are now longer at the Detroit Zoo. Meanwhile, there's a new attraction that unlocks a gateway of information for visitors.
Bike the Detroit Zoo this month
Take in the views of the Detroit Zoo on two wheels at the Bike Safari this month!
Recycle old electronics this weekend and get free admission to Detroit Zoo
Visit the Detroit Zoo for free this weekend while clearing out old electronics that you no longer need.
Detroit Zoo euthanizes beloved camel Rusty
The Bactrian camel lived at the zoo for 16 years, raising four offspring with his mate Suren. He was euthanized last week.
Detroit Zoo's Atticus waddles into semi-finals of March of the Penguin Madness - How to vote for him
The Detroit Zoo's newest penguin, Atticus, continues to advance in this year's March of the Penguin Madness bracket.
Detroit Zoo welcomes new new polar bear to Arctic Ring of Life
The Detroit Zoo has welcomed Haley, a 22-year-old polar bear, to its Arctic Ring of Life.
2 Detroit Zoo penguins competing in March of the Penguin Madness - How to vote for them
Learn about penguins while you help two of Detroit Zoo's flightless birds on their mission to be named this year's March of the Penguin Madness champion.
Detroit Zoo unveils newest penguin, Atticus
Meet the Detroit Zoo's newest penguin chick, a big ball of fluff named Atticus.
Detroit Zoo, Belle Isle Nature Center again closed due to bitter cold
The Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center are closed Wednesday due to extreme cold.
Detroit Zoo closed Tuesday due to bitter cold
The Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center are both closed Tuesday due to extreme cold.
Detroit Zoo welcomes African Lion named Kalu to its pride
Kalu officially joined the zoo in November, becoming the third addition to the exhibit. He joins females Asha and Amirah, who joined the zoo in 2019.
Wild Lights at the Detroit Zoo starts this weekend -- What to expect this season
Wild Lights, an annual holiday tradition at the Detroit Zoo, kicks off this weekend.
Detroit Zoo announces new 7-acre immersive experience where guests can pet stingrays, brush goats
The Detroit Zoo plans to open Discovery Trails, an immersive seven-acre experience featuring up-close encounters with numerous animals and educational experiences, in 2026.
Detroit Zoo holding contest to name baby gorilla after discovering it's a girl
Detroit Zoo gorilla Bandia finally let staff close enough to see the sex of her baby, the zoo's first baby gorilla in its 96-year history. It's a girl! And you can help name her.