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Queens Zoo

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The Queens Zoo is part of an effort to save wildlife that began 120 years ago with the creation of the New York Zoological Society, an organization founded on science and hope which has since grown to become the Wildlife Conservation Society.

05/30/2026

Happy World Sea Lion Day! In this , watch Supervisor Chris give California sea lion Tacoma his annual vaccinations.

Tacoma was rescued from the Bonneville Dam in Washington state. The Bonneville Dam is on the Columbia River where sea lions gather and feed on an endangered species of salmon. Since so many sea lions feed on these fish, the federal government stepped in to protect the species. Sea lions that are seen eating the salmon repeatedly are relocated. Federal officials attempt to relocate sea lions that are seen eating the salmon repeatedly; branding them for identification purposes. After several unsuccessful attempts to relocate Tacoma, the Wildlife Conservation Society stepped in to provide a new home. Tacoma first came to the Queens Zoo in 2015 and has also spent some time at the New York Aquarium and Bronx Zoo before returning to Queens. He is now over 800 pounds and has become a Queens Zoo guest favorite.

Join us for our sea lion feedings daily at 11:15 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. to learn more about these fascinating animals!

05/29/2026

It’s National Alligator Day, and our American alligators are back in their outdoor habitat! Like other reptiles, alligators cannot generate their own body heat, so we transfer them to heated winter quarters during colder months. When the temperatures rise in late spring, our alligators, weighing 300 pounds or more, are moved back to their outdoor habitat across from the Waterfowl Marsh. American alligators are native to the southeastern United States where they inhabit freshwater wetlands, such as marshes and cypress swamps.

05/22/2026

Happy Memorial Day weekend! We hope you will stop by to see us at the Queens Zoo!

📷: WCS Photographer, Terria Clay

05/20/2026

Goats are inquisitive, playful animals with unique personalities. In this video, our goats are displaying a natural “jousting” behavior. It involves goats rearing up on their hind legs and slamming their heads (or horns) together. Goats joust to establish the social hierarchy within the herd. Higher ranked animals have preferential access to food, water, and breeding. Young goats headbutt as part of play which helps them develop strength, coordination, and social skills.

Grab a handful of grain the next time you visit and make some new four-legged friends!

🎥: Asst Curator Donna-Mae

05/15/2026

On , we want to share a conservation success story! Thick-billed parrots are considered Endangered by the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. They are the only parrots native to North America. Since 2000, the Queens Zoo has successfully hatched more than 30 thick-billed parrot chicks. This is something to squawk about, as the total zoo population in the United States stands at just over 70 individuals. Queens Zoo currently has the largest flock of any zoo with 23 birds. Historically, these birds were found throughout the mountainous regions of the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. Due to habitat loss and poaching for the illegal pet trade, these parrots exist only in the Sierra Madre Occidental Mountains in northern Mexico.

Other species we have worked to conserve include Puerto Rican crested toads, New England cottontail rabbits, and Southern pudu. Every visit you make to the Queens Zoo helps to support our work, both locally and overseas. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3WdsBDF

05/10/2026

Happy to all the incredible moms out there! This spring, treat your mom to an unforgettable visit to the Queens Zoo! Celebrate this special day together in the fresh air, surrounded by tropical birds, Andean bears, Canada lynx, and more!

05/06/2026

Join us on Saturday, May 16, at 1:00 p.m. for Junior Explorers: A Cat of Many Names. Cougar, mountain lion, catamount—what makes them so unique? Do pumas have more names than any other mammal? During this program, children in grades K-5 will discover more about these elusive cats and what makes them so unique. Participants will also learn how their many names stem from their wide range from the Yukon of North America to the southern tip of South America. Register today: https://bit.ly/45wVsGf

05/01/2026

Not all owls nest in trees! As their name suggests, burrowing owls nest underground—making them the only owls in North America to do so. Instead of digging their own homes, they move into burrows made by animals like prairie dogs, tortoises, foxes, and ground squirrels.

Native to open, dry habitats like grasslands, prairies, and deserts, burrowing owls have adapted to life on the ground, often seen standing tall at the entrance of their burrow, keeping watch. Come see them this spring at the Queens Zoo!

04/29/2026

NYC educators! Spring is in the air, the flowers are blooming, the temps are rising, and the animals are very active this time of year. Take advantage of the great weather and move lessons outside the classroom! Bring your students on a self-guided field trip to the Queens Zoo. Introduce them to American bison, California sea lions, Andean bears, Canada lynx, and more!

Educator deal: We offer special discounted rates for school groups. Book your next class field trip with us today: https://bit.ly/3zUNbBE

04/25/2026

Happy ! Here at the Queens Zoo, our animal health teams are dedicated to ensuring all of our animals receive the highest quality of care. In these photos, one of our Shetland sheep is undergoing a CT scan. These scans can be used for detailed screening for medical conditions that may not be visible with X-rays or ultrasounds.

Show some love to our WCS veterinarians Dr. Moore, Dr. Pare, and Dr. Prud’homme, as well as our vet techs Natalia and Angela in the comments!

📷: WCS Photographer, Terria Clay

Address

53-51 111th Street
New York, NY
11368

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 5:30pm
Sunday	10am - 5:30pm

Telephone

+17182205100

Website

http://www.queenszoo.com/

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