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The Detroit Zoo is operated by the Detroit Zoological Society (DZS) – an AZA-accredited institution and renowned leader in humane education, wildlife conservation, animal welfare and environmental sustainability. One of Michigan’s largest paid family attractions, the Detroit Zoo hosts more than 1.2 million visitors annually – and its 125 acres of award-winning naturalistic habitats are home to more than 2,000 animals representing more than 200 species.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from the Detroit Zoo! 🎃

However you're celebrating tonight, we hope your treats are as tasty as the gorillas found this enrichment! The whole troop got into the fall-time fun, devouring pumpkins, large and small.

Baby Usala may not be ready to cut her baby teeth on this hard squash quite yet, but we still think she looked "gourd-gous," speckled with pumpkin guts dropped from her mom's mouth.

📷 Roy Lewis.

10/30/2026

Happy World Lemur Day! Now enjoy three spooky, but true, facts about lemurs.

👻 The name lemur comes from the Latin name "lemures," which referred to the wandering spirits of the dead. European explorers who were spooked by their glowing eyes and vocal cries that filled the night assigned this name to the nocturnal primates.

💀 In parts of Malagasy culture, lemurs are believed to be the spirits of the ancestors and have sparked many local legends in their native Madagascar.

🖤 Ring-tailed lemurs have black-and-white tails with exactly 13 bands.

Celebrate these fascinating primates tomorrow, Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and discover how the Zoo is helping protect lemurs in Madagascar through habitat preservation and education. Visit our education team outside the lemur habitat to learn how everyday choices can help protect lemurs and other endangered species.

10/29/2026

Finally, one for the birders. 🐦 The next episode of Detroit Zoo Inside & Out is all about piping plovers!

Tune in TONIGHT at 8 p.m. as we hop along with the team that is protecting plovers on the shores of the Great Lakes. From vulnerable egg to first flight, the Detroit Zoo and its partners are working hard to give every plover chick a chance of survival.

Watch on Local 4+ via the ClickOnDetroit app or WDIV’s YouTube page to see the whole story. Don’t let this one fly by.

Detroit Zoo Inside & Out is produced in partnership with WDIV Local 4 / ClickOnDetroit.

10/28/2026

We’re LESS than a month away from the opening of Wild Lights! 🤩✨

Our team is working hard to string millions of LEDs and prepare dazzling experiences designed to unleash your inner child.

Early dates and times WILL sell out, so don't wait!

Secure your spot now: https://bit.ly/WildLights26

Wild Lights is presented by Michigan First Credit Union.

10/27/2026

🐵 Playtime is serious business!

Come see Nakili, who celebrated her first birthday in July, and three-year-old Tai, as they play, explore and grow together! 💚

For young chimpanzees, play is about more than fun. It helps them build strength and coordination, develop social skills, learn to communicate and practice behaviors they’ll use throughout their lives.

🐾 Did you know? Chimpanzees grow up in social groups called troops, where young chimps learn by watching and interacting with others.

That means every tumble, chase and playful interaction is a chance to learn! 🌿

📷 Roy Lewis

10/25/2026

Zoo tattoos take 2! 🐢 🐯 🐌 🐸 🪿

The floodgates opened, and we couldn't say no. Check out even more awesome animal tattoos shown off by the zookeepers who love them.

Have your own animal-inspired ink? Pop a pic in the comments below.

10/23/2026

🎉 A HUGE milestone for Hannibul!

Join us behind the scenes to watch Hannibul the ostrich voluntarily participate in a hand injection for the very first time! This is an incredible achievement and a wonderful example of what patience, trust and dedication can accomplish.

Behind this special moment are his incredible zookeepers, who have worked tirelessly and patiently with him, building a relationship of trust and helping him learn to participate in his own care.

But why is voluntary participation so important?

Through positive reinforcement training, animals can learn to voluntarily participate in important aspects of their own healthcare, including injections, health checks and other veterinary procedures. This approach helps reduce stress and gives animals more choice and control in their care.

Hannibul’s achievement is about so much more than one injection. It’s a testament to the power of trust, the importance of individualized animal care, and the incredible dedication of the people who work with the animals at the Zoo every day.

Please join us in celebrating Hannibul and the amazing team behind this milestone! 👏

10/22/2026

Every magical moment at the Detroit Zoo, from penguin waddles to class field trips, starts with community support from people like YOU.

On Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters in Oakland, Wayne and Macomb counties will see the Zoological Authority Millage renewal on their ballot.

It helps advance the Detroit Zoo’s mission as a leader in wildlife welfare, education and conservation —and best of all, it won’t raise your taxes!

For more info, visit renewyourzoo.org

10/21/2026

Happy National Veterinary Technician Week to our hardworking staff!

Veterinary technicians are critical to the day-to-day function of the animal health team at the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center. This all-star team of three is incredibly skilled and devoted to providing compassionate, high-quality veterinary care every day.

On behalf of the animals and the people of the Detroit Zoo, we want to thank Candace, Joy and Erica for everything that you do!

10/20/2026

🎃 LAST CHANCE TO GET YOUR BOO ON! 👻

This is it — the final weekend of Zoo Boo at the Detroit Zoo! Don’t miss your chance to trick-or-treat, meet your favorite characters, dance on the light-up dance floor, catch live entertainment and explore the all-new Erb Discovery Trails. Plus, enjoy animal encounters, fall-themed fun and Halloween magic around every corner!

Make one last spooky-sweet memory this season!

🎟️ Get your tickets now: https://detroitzoo.org/events/zoo-boo/zoo-boo-2026-10-16/

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8450 W 10 Mile Road
Royal Oak, MI
48067

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

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