Central Park Zoo

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The Central Park 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.

Do you know how macaroni penguins got their name? When English sailors first spotted them in the 18th century, the golde...
06/03/2026

Do you know how macaroni penguins got their name? When English sailors first spotted them in the 18th century, the golden crests on the side of the penguins’ heads reminded the sailors of “macaroni dandies” - fashionable men of the period who wore flamboyant feathered hats. Their scientific name, Eudyptes chrysolophus, means good diver and golden crest, which does a better job of describing their exceptional swimming ability and distinctive, vibrant yellow head-plumes.

📷: WCS Photographer, Terria Clay

It’s World Sea Lion Day! Sea lions are highly intelligent, social, and playful. They are the only animals found at all f...
05/30/2026

It’s World Sea Lion Day! Sea lions are highly intelligent, social, and playful. They are the only animals found at all five of our WCS parks: the Central Park Zoo, Bronx Zoo, New York Aquarium, Queens Zoo, and the Prospect Park Zoo. Join us for daily enrichment sessions at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. to learn more about these charismatic mammals.

📸: WCS photographer, Terria Clay

The Central Park Zoo welcomed a second newborn lamb to our flock of harlequin sheep! Say hello to Tiny Dancer, aka Tiny ...
05/27/2026

The Central Park Zoo welcomed a second newborn lamb to our flock of harlequin sheep! Say hello to Tiny Dancer, aka Tiny for short. The lamb was born on April 14 to mother, Thimble. Harlequins are small, docile sheep with a calm disposition. They are best known for the variety of colors in their coats and their fine wool. Next time you visit, look out for the two lambs in the Tisch Children’s Zoo.

📷: Supervisor Nora

Let’s do lunch this Memorial Day weekend! Three times a day, we feed our California sea lions a fish diet of capelin and...
05/22/2026

Let’s do lunch this Memorial Day weekend! Three times a day, we feed our California sea lions a fish diet of capelin and herring. Swim on over to the Central Park Zoo to watch a feeding at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., and 3:30 p.m. daily.

05/20/2026

Watch one of our snow leopards scent-marking in their exhibit. In the wild, snow leopards roam vast, mountainous terrains across Central Asia. They travel huge distances and rely on scent-marking—rubbing their cheeks on rocks, scratching the ground, or spraying urine—to mark their territory and leave signs for other snow leopards.

At the Central Park Zoo, our snow leopards use the same natural behaviors to communicate with one another.

Today is . At the Central Park Zoo we have played an important role in saving and preserving some of the world’s most e...
05/15/2026

Today is . At the Central Park Zoo we have played an important role in saving and preserving some of the world’s most endangered species, including black and white ruffed lemurs, scaly-sided mergansers, and snow leopards.

Learn more about our conservation work and how we have tirelessly worked to protect endangered wildlife around the world: https://bit.ly/3pKDmBo

📷: WCS Photographer, Terria Clay

Calling all Junior Keepers! In the upcoming hands-on program “Animal Health and Nutrition” on May 27, you'll discover wh...
05/13/2026

Calling all Junior Keepers! In the upcoming hands-on program “Animal Health and Nutrition” on May 27, you'll discover what it takes to tackle the daily responsibilities of Central Park Zoo keepers and how they ensure our animals get the best healthcare and nutrition. There will be animal care-themed games and zoo exhibit exploration as part of our training! Sign up today: https://bit.ly/3G8gPDq

📷: WCS Photographer, Terria Clay

Happy to all the incredible moms out there! This spring, treat your mom to an unforgettable visit to the Central Park ...
05/10/2026

Happy to all the incredible moms out there! This spring, treat your mom to an unforgettable visit to the Central Park Zoo! Celebrate this special day together in the fresh air, surrounded by tropical birds, snow leopards, red pandas and more!

Let’s dive into Amphibian Week with Amazon milk frogs and smoky jungle frogs in the Tropic Zone. Learn about the importa...
05/06/2026

Let’s dive into Amphibian Week with Amazon milk frogs and smoky jungle frogs in the Tropic Zone. Learn about the important role that amphibians, including frogs, toads, newts, and salamanders, play in our ecosystem and food chain.

As both predator and prey, amphibians are a crucial link in food webs. They consume large volumes of insects, providing natural pest control, and help in nutrient cycling between aquatic and terrestrial habitats. Due to their permeable skin, they are highly sensitive to environmental pollutants and provide early warning signs of environmental degradation. Visit soon and celebrate awesome amphibians!

Spring is here! Get your students out of the classroom to take a self-guided tour of the Central Park Zoo! They can disc...
05/01/2026

Spring is here! Get your students out of the classroom to take a self-guided tour of the Central Park Zoo! They can discover the world, right on their doorstep, with our exciting exhibits. See Japanese macaques, California sea lions, snow leopards, and so much more! We offer special discounted rates for school and camp groups. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4pKmaqf

📷: WCS Photographer, Terria Clay

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64th Street And Fifth Avenue
New York, NY
10021

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

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