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LITTLE ROCK (October 28, 2025)— As the holiday season approaches, many of us will find ourselves untangling boxes of lights—only to discover strings that no longer work or cords that have seen better days. Instead of tossing them out, you can…

LITTLE ROCK (October 17, 2025)— Kasih, the six-year-old orangutan at the Little Rock Zoo, may be the youngest member of our orangutan family, but she’s already making a big impression. From her playful personality to her impressive learning abilities, Kasih gives…

LITTLE ROCK (October 9, 2025)— It feels like just yesterday we were celebrating the exciting arrivals of some very special new faces at the Little Rock Zoo—Beni the gorilla, Kito the colobus monkey, and Amali the chimpanzee. Each one represents an…

Your inside look at Project Zoo: Wildly Reimagined! LITTLE ROCK (October 8, 2025) – As the Little Rock Zoo’s transformation continues, the past several weeks have marked a major shift from site preparation to the foundational work that will support…

LITTLE ROCK (October 8, 2025)— Since 2021, the Little Rock Zoo has participated in the Gorillas on the Line program, organized by the AZA’s Gorilla SAFE initiative, that raises money and awareness for gorilla conservation. Through a partnership with Eco-Cell, the Zoo recycles…

By Kate Neal LITTLE ROCK (September 29, 2025)— The Little Rock Zoo has been home to Malayan tigers for nearly 20 years. Over the years, the resident tigers have changed, but the Zoo’s commitment to this majestic species has not wavered.…

LITTLE ROCK (September 29, 2025)— If you’ve visited the Little Rock Zoo recently, you may have noticed Alice, one of our female gorillas. Alice joined us in 2021 from another accredited Zoo with a history of a leg injury and…

In August 2025, Mom Kianga welcomed a baby girl chimpanzee, and we’re delighted to report that both mother and daughter continue to do well. Now, we invite you to be a part of this special moment by helping us choose…

LITTLE ROCK (August 23, 2025)— In 2024, we introduced Iroh—the Little Rock Zoo’s very first Komodo dragon—and now, this personable young reptile is celebrating a big milestone: his second birthday! Since arriving, Iroh has settled comfortably into his new home inside…

Your inside look at Project Zoo: Wildly Reimagined! LITTLE ROCK (August 19, 2025) – During our centennial year, we’re not just looking back—we’re building for the future! This bold initiative will completely transform the Zoo’s front entrance and surrounding animal…