Fort Worth Zoo

Fort Worth Zoo Named one of the "World’s Greatest" for the care of 7,000 animals and conservation around the world.
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The nationally acclaimed Fort Worth Zoo has been voted the No. 1 zoo in North America by USA Today, the Best Zoo in Texas by Yahoo Travel, the No. 5 zoo in the nation by USA Travel Guide, the No. 1 family attraction in the DFW Metroplex by Zagat survey and a Top 10 Zoo or Aquarium by FamilyFun magazine. Home to more than 7,000 animals, the Zoo is in the third of a four-phase, $100-million master p

lan. The first phase, African Savanna, opened in 2018; the second phase, Elephant Springs, opened in April 2021. The third, Hunters of Africa and Asian Predators, is currently under construction and set to open in 2023. The institution’s focus on education and conservation is second to none, enhancing the lives of more than 1 million visitors a year. The Fort Worth Zoo prohibits any comments made on its page that are abusive, defamatory, obscene, deceptive, misleading or otherwise offensive. Comments unrelated to the Zoo and its posted content are also subject to deletion. The Zoo reserves the right to remove any posts that violate this policy and/or block the responsible party from the Zoo’s page.

Heads up! Zoo hours are changing tomorrow! ⏰🚨  Beginning tomorrow, Aug. 31, Zoo operating hours are:    Monday through F...
08/30/2026

Heads up! Zoo hours are changing tomorrow! ⏰🚨


Beginning tomorrow, Aug. 31, Zoo operating hours are:

Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Safari Splash will continue to be open daily through Sept. 7!

08/30/2026

Tomorrow is Chantek’s, one of the four Sumatran orangutans at the Zoo, 51st birthday! 🥳🦧🎉
 
Chantek, along with PT, are both over 50 years old –– reaching this extraordinary age is a testament to the care provided by our dedicated keepers and animal care team.  
 
Chantek enjoys melons and ice treats as enriching snacks on warm Texas days!

As she ages, Chantek enjoys her quiet outside time –– whether it be napping under warm sunrays or people-watching in the World of Primates.

08/28/2026

Back in black ... and white!  🖤🦓🤍
  
After a five-year hiatus, zebras are back at the Zoo! Please welcome our newest additions, Hercules and Pegasus.   
 
The two juvenile half-brothers can now be seen in their new habitat nestled between the hippos and flamingos in the African Savanna. For now, they will have access to their barn while they acclimate to their new surroundings.   
  
Fun fact: Zebras had been a mainstay at the Zoo for nearly a century until their departure five years ago to make way for what is now the lion habitat in Predators of Africa and Asia. The first zebra arrived at the Fort Worth Zoo in 1923, and the species remained until 2021.  
  
Say howdy to Hercules and Pegasus on your next Zoo visit! 🤠

08/27/2026

Every dog has his day –– even African painted dogs! 😉

Nearly a century ago, the estimated wild African painted dog population was 500,000. Today, about 6,600 painted dogs are left outside of managed care. Threats to this endangered species include habitat fragmentation, human-animal conflict and viral diseases.  

Yesterday, on World African Painted Dog Day, we celebrated this incredible species and the Zoo’s efforts to care for our pack that serves as ambassadors for their wild counterparts. 

📸: Keeper Meagan

08/26/2026

BIG NEWS‼️🦍🚨

We are incredibly excited to announce a generous matching gift of $3.25 million from the John and Shirley Dean Foundation to support Phase Two of the World of Primates renovation, directly impacting our gorilla troop!

Construction on Phase Two will begin in early September and will fill the existing moat and add high-strength, flexible, hand-woven stainless steel mesh walls and roofing, which will be supported by towering 25-to 30-foot structural columns and wire rope. These improvements will not only allow guests to get closer than ever before for more meaningful views of the troop but also double the size of their habitat! New and improved climbing structures will be included in their space, which will encourage natural behaviors, increase physical activity and enhance the well-being of the Zoo’s beloved gorilla family.

Because of the Deans’ generosity, every dollar donated to the transformation will be matched 4 to 1, meaning that a $1 donated will generate an additional $4 for the project. A gift of $10 will result in $50 for the Zoo! Join us in building a bigger, better home for our gorillas. Read more about this exciting improvement and make a gift today! http://www.fortworthzoo.org/gorillas

Just ~ pipping~ into your Tuesday feed! 🐍We are happy to announce 103 (and counting) new Louisiana pine snake hatchlings...
08/25/2026

Just ~ pipping~ into your Tuesday feed! 🐍

We are happy to announce 103 (and counting) new Louisiana pine snake hatchlings here at the Zoo!

The Fort Worth Zoo is one of only four zoos in the United States participating in the Louisiana pine snake breeding and conservation program. The Zoo has dedicated over 10 years to the conservation of these nonvenomous constrictors, proudly releasing more than 363 pine snakes into the wild. Following this year’s breeding success, we expect these numbers to grow!

08/24/2026

Just brothers being brothers! 🐘

Playful and perhaps a little pesky… here’s our 4-month-old Asian elephant, Sam Houston, climbing all over big brother, Travis!

📸: Keeper Gabby

08/23/2026

Sundays aren’t so scary with our Sunda wrinkled hornbills! 😉

Here’s your moment of zen for the day!

SCUBA SCUBA 🤿🐘It’s hot here in Fort Worth, and Colonel is onto something using his trunk as a snorkel! 📸: Keeper Christi...
08/22/2026

SCUBA SCUBA 🤿🐘

It’s hot here in Fort Worth, and Colonel is onto something using his trunk as a snorkel!

📸: Keeper Christine

08/21/2026

Watch out, Fort Worth! There’s a new baby in town! 🤠
 
Meet our brand-new lesser kudu calf! This little guy was born on Aug. 4 to mom, Peaches, and at nearly 3 weeks old, keepers say he is feisty, curious and getting along well with the rest of the kudu herd in the African Savanna. 
 
Following a neonatal checkup from keepers and our veterinary team, the newest kudu is ready to be on habitat. You can see baby and mom in the African Savanna every other day, along with the other kudu, giraffes and other Savanna animals.  
 
No name yet, but you know we’ll share it as soon as we have an update!

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1989 Colonial Pkwy
Fort Worth, TX
76110

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+18177597555

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