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It’s a T.-riffic day to get prehistoric! That’s because June 1 is Dinosaur Day. The word dinosaur was coined in 1842 and...
06/01/2026

It’s a T.-riffic day to get prehistoric! That’s because June 1 is Dinosaur Day. The word dinosaur was coined in 1842 and comes from a combination of two Greek words – deinos, meaning “fearfully great,” and sauros, meaning “lizard.” Dinosaur fossils have been found on all seven continents.

From Triceratops to T. rex, more than 30 different animatronic dinosaurs are on display throughout the Zoo as part of Dinosaurs! at the Zoo. Like the terrible lizards, this exhibition’s time is limited. See them now through September 7.
Learn more here: https://ow.ly/zZUs50Z6mMV

06/01/2026

The Safari Amphitheater is open for the summer season! Stop by and meet some cool animals, learn about conservation, and ask your own questions during Q&A! Find out what's to do at the Zoo by visiting our website here: https://ow.ly/ew1I50Z6hWj

📹 by Marketing Intern Jaden

Happy World Sea Lion Day! Did you know these incredible animals are pinnipeds, which is a word derived from Latin. “Pinn...
05/30/2026

Happy World Sea Lion Day! Did you know these incredible animals are pinnipeds, which is a word derived from Latin. “Pinna” means wing or feather, and “pedis” means foot.

California sea lions are one of the noisiest pinniped species. They spend a lot of time communicating with one another using alarm barks, growls, bleats, and roars. They use vocalizations both on land and in water. Visit the Zoo to see and hear our California sea lion colony at the Water’s Edge. Plan your visit here: https://ow.ly/ih1o50Z5NCG

Summer Safari: Zoorassic Park is one week away! It's looking like a beautiful night for Friday, June 5. If you don’t hav...
05/29/2026

Summer Safari: Zoorassic Park is one week away! It's looking like a beautiful night for Friday, June 5. If you don’t have a ticket yet, hope is not extinct! From food and music to showing support for our operations and mission, here are the top five reasons to come have a dino-mite time at the wildest fundraiser of the year: https://ow.ly/yj5a50Z5MIQ

Presented by UPMC Health Plan

Our flora and fauna were on full display for a Morning at the Zoo! Gardening and nature enthusiasts had the opportunity ...
05/29/2026

Our flora and fauna were on full display for a Morning at the Zoo! Gardening and nature enthusiasts had the opportunity to tour the plants and greenery during a walking tour with Joe Williams, our Curator of Horticulture and Grounds.

In addition to learning about the role these plants play in our ecosystem, guests also heard about how their legacy can create a brighter future for wildlife and communities around the world. To learn more about making a legacy gift to the Zoo, visit: https://ow.ly/ChSr50Z5FHq

05/28/2026

Happy birthday to the queen! Terney, one of our beloved Amur tigers, is turning 19. We threw her a big birthday bash with a layer cake, streamers, and a crown. Take a look at the fun! Learn more about Amur tigers here: https://ow.ly/aX2T50Z5mBQ

Everybody is welcome at the Zoo! We are home to all kinds of animals from nearly every corner of the world - diversity i...
05/28/2026

Everybody is welcome at the Zoo! We are home to all kinds of animals from nearly every corner of the world - diversity is what we are all about. Family Pride Night is a special after-hours, inclusive summer night on June 30, 2026, that promises family fun with something for everyone, including giveaways, crafts, music, and friends from throughout the community. Click here to get your tickets: https://ow.ly/LQ6f50Z2Qut

Today, we honor a pioneer in biology, conservation, and environmental activism. She also happens to be a Pittsburgher. R...
05/27/2026

Today, we honor a pioneer in biology, conservation, and environmental activism. She also happens to be a Pittsburgher. Rachel Carson was born in Springdale, Pennsylvania, on May 27, 1907.

Carson was a leading voice in bringing worldwide awareness to the dangers of environmental pollution. She studied biology at Pennsylvania College for Women (now Chatham University), John Hopkins University, and the University of Maryland. In 1935, she started working at the U.S. Bureau of Fisheries, the modern-day U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. It was there that Carson’s love of writing and biology came together in the form of brochures, radio programs, and more. Her most influential and well-known work is “Silent Spring,” which was one of the first to warn Americans against the “indiscriminate use” of chemical pesticides. Before her death in 1964, Carson told a good friend that she would also like to be remembered for her love of the sea.

We honor Carson on what would have been her birthday for her groundbreaking work in global environmental and conservation movements.

This is a day like no otter! We’re celebrating World Otter Day at the Zoo and have some otterly interesting facts you sh...
05/27/2026

This is a day like no otter! We’re celebrating World Otter Day at the Zoo and have some otterly interesting facts you should know about these amazing animals.

The Zoo is home to two sea otters – Alki and Meshik. Sea otters are coastal marine mammals, have the world’s thickest fur, and live almost exclusively in the water. They eat a diet of sea urchins, crabs, and other shellfish.

You can also see Oakley and Sq**rt, the river otters, here at the Zoo. The North American river otter hunts for food in both freshwater and saltwater. They dine on fish, crabs, frogs, birds’ eggs, and some reptiles. They are known for their playfulness and can run at speeds up to 15 miles an hour.

Make sure to check out our otterly awesome friends next time you’re at the Zoo. Thank you to World Otter Day Presenting Sponsor J&A: Plumbing, Heating, Cooling and Electric!

🦁 Our lion cub is fitting in with the pride! She's joining in the Tongue Out Tuesday family fun! Check out these photos ...
05/26/2026

🦁 Our lion cub is fitting in with the pride! She's joining in the Tongue Out Tuesday family fun! Check out these photos taken by Zoo Photographer Clare Grant.

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