Abilene Zoo

Abilene Zoo The Abilene Zoo is a place of learning and adventure, where families make memories, share the joy of discovery and become inspired to preserve wildlife.
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Summer Hours (June 1-Aug 31)
8 am - 4 pm
Last Admission 3 pm

501(c)(3) non-profit
AZA Accredited Discover the wonderful world of wildlife at Abilene Zoo! Home to 1000 animals from around the globe, a visit to Abilene Zoo, an AZA accredited institution, is filled with fun and excitement for the entire family.

Tsingy, Ranomafana and Zavo have opened their eyes! Big step for the growing of fosa pups 🧡
06/13/2026

Tsingy, Ranomafana and Zavo have opened their eyes! Big step for the growing of fosa pups 🧡

It’s Veloci-time🦖Jon and Blitz are making a special trip to Abilene Zoo on June 27! Join us for live mini shows, meet-an...
06/12/2026

It’s Veloci-time🦖
Jon and Blitz are making a special trip to Abilene Zoo on June 27!
Join us for live mini shows, meet-and-greets, and plenty of photo opportunities with your favorite Dino Ranch friends.
Included in your general admission and free for members!
Get your tickets at abilenezoo.org

06/12/2026

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Meet Goob, the first crowned lemur ever born at the Abilene Zoo! He was born on May 8, and he is an important conservati...
06/11/2026

Meet Goob, the first crowned lemur ever born at the Abilene Zoo!

He was born on May 8, and he is an important conservation success. There are only about 36 crowned lemurs living in AZA-accredited institutions, making every birth valuable. Not only that, but he has already conquered tough challenges.

When Goob was born, our animal care and vet teams noticed he was weak, not latching correctly to mom and had not successfully nursed. As first-time moms sometimes do, Seshen was not producing milk, and Goob was not strong enough to latch on his own. After evaluating the situation, our animal care and vet teams decided to intervene and begin hand-rearing him to give him the best chance at survival.

Since then, Goob has been receiving around-the-clock care from his keepers. He has a stuffed lemur to encourage natural behaviors, and is fed throughout the day and night while being closely monitored. Goob also faced a medical challenge days after his birth when he developed an eye injury that resulted in a corneal ulcer. Thanks to intensive treatment from our veterinary team and the expertise of Dr. Paulsen and the team at Animal Eye Clinic of Fort Worth, his eye has healed well and is expected to have full vision of the eye.

He is also maintaining a connection to his family, and the keepers are keeping that as a priority. Goob is fed in the same area as his parents, Chewie and Seshen, who can see, smell, and vocalize with him. This is important so the troop takes him as a member since they will all be living together when he gets older. A special holding space has been created for him to interact with the rest of the troop in the future. Goob will remain behind-the-scenes as he continues to grow. Despite all of his early concerns, Goob is growing stronger and thriving under the thoughtful care of our keeper and vet staff. Stay tuned for more Goob updates soon!

World Giraffe Day's most relaxing experience returns this year on June 20th🦒 Stretch your neck and enjoy a unique yoga e...
06/10/2026

World Giraffe Day's most relaxing experience returns this year on June 20th🦒
Stretch your neck and enjoy a unique yoga experience on the Giraffe Terrace at 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM!
Registration includes a 40 minute yoga class, giraffe feeding and Zoo admission.
Spots are limited so register soon! https://abilenezoo.org/events/world-giraffe-day/

We just can't get enough of these two together 💛 Come and see them and the rest of the giraffe herd at the World Giraffe...
06/10/2026

We just can't get enough of these two together 💛 Come and see them and the rest of the giraffe herd at the World Giraffe Day Festival on June 20!

06/09/2026

Charolette is Abilene Zoo's most dedicated Fosa fan! Routine visits, volunteer efforts and plenty of personal research are all parts of her love for the fosa. As a special surprise, we let Charolette announce the names of out three new baby fosas! Even better, the zookeepers let Charolette pick out the name for one of the babies. Welcome to Abilene Zoo Tsingy, Ranomafana and Zavo!

A giraffe’s-eye view is coming back to the Abilene Zoo! 🦒The Zoo’s expanded giraffe habitat will feature an elevated boa...
06/08/2026

A giraffe’s-eye view is coming back to the Abilene Zoo! 🦒

The Zoo’s expanded giraffe habitat will feature an elevated boardwalk, a larger giraffe barn, and a new multi-species yard where giraffes, ostriches, warthogs, and more will share the landscape. This addition is just one part of the overall phase 1 Africa expansion! Find out how this exciting addition supports conservation and transforms the guest experience.

Read the full story 👇
https://abilenezoo.org/news/giraffe-habitat-expansion-and-multi-species-yard/

06/08/2026

It's CALF week! Just like Winnie, Vicki the sloth bear can't resist a sweet honey treat 🐻🍯
Celebrate CALF Children's Art + Literacy Festival in Storybook Capital of America this weekend and wear your CALF lanyard for FREE admission this Sunday, featuring animal encounters and dramatic readings of a book chapter from "Christopher Robin Gives Pooh a Party," followed by a themed art activity.
Reading times are 9:30 am, 10:30 am, 11:30 am, and 12:30 pm. Explore the zoo afterward and meet Vicki, the owls, or book a kangaroo up-close tour to see the real animals from Winnie-the-Pooh stories!

Have you ever wanted your own painting with a giraffe? 🎨 Join us the World Giraffe Day for a one-of-a-kind painting expe...
06/05/2026

Have you ever wanted your own painting with a giraffe? 🎨 Join us the World Giraffe Day for a one-of-a-kind painting experience! Choose from a variety of specialty paint colors, prep your canvas and let a giraffe do its thing.
Spots for this experience are limited, so be sure to register now! https://abilenezoo.org/events/world-giraffe-day/

Address

2070 Zoo Lane
Abilene, TX
79602

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+13256766085

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