Oglebay Good Zoo

Oglebay Good Zoo From red pandas to reptiles, every visit sparks curiosity and connection. Explore→ https://oglebay.com/explore/zoo/
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As West Virginia’s only AZA-accredited zoo, we bring families up close to wildlife while inspiring conservation with every experience. Admission:Adults $16.50 Children (3-12) $12.00 Children 2 and under and Zoo Members FREE

The Good Zoo is home to two red kangaroos, Melba and Piper. 🦘 Melba arrived at the zoo in 2011 and gave birth to Piper i...
05/30/2026

The Good Zoo is home to two red kangaroos, Melba and Piper. 🦘 Melba arrived at the zoo in 2011 and gave birth to Piper in 2012. With an average lifespan of around 9.5 years, both ladies are considered geriatric.

Red kangaroos are the largest species of kangaroo, with males typically growing about twice the size of females. In their native Australian habitats, they feed on grasses, leaves, and other vegetation. At the Good Zoo, our kangaroos and wallabies enjoy a specialized chow diet along with fresh fruits and vegetables. 🥕🥬

Although red kangaroos are abundant throughout their range, they still face challenges related to habitat destruction and hunting.
📸:Keeper Courtney

You may remember from a previous post that Sailor the wallaby allows her keepers to perform “pouch checks.” This behavio...
05/28/2026

You may remember from a previous post that Sailor the wallaby allows her keepers to perform “pouch checks.” This behavior, along with many others, is trained using positive reinforcement operant conditioning. 🦘

Training helps support animal wellbeing by keeping animals physically and mentally stimulated while also building trust with their keepers. This allows for close care and routine health checks in a low-stress environment.

Pictured here is Gus, Sailor’s older joey, showing off his target and crate training skills. 💚

📸:Keeper Emily

Please note: the main road entrance to the Good Zoo is closed today from 7am - 5pm due to ongoing construction. The Good...
05/27/2026

Please note: the main road entrance to the Good Zoo is closed today from 7am - 5pm due to ongoing construction. The Good Zoo remains open, and guests should follow posted detour signs for access. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue making exciting improvements. 🙂

There’s nothing quite like meeting an animal up close. ❤ Animal encounters create memorable moments for guests and provi...
05/23/2026

There’s nothing quite like meeting an animal up close. ❤ Animal encounters create memorable moments for guests and provide enrichment opportunities that help keep animals curious, engaged, and stimulated.

Ready to experience it for yourself? Learn more 👉 https://oglebay.com/good-zoo/animal-encounters/

Happy Fun Fact Friday! 🐢 Did you know eastern box turtles are one of the few turtle species where males and females can ...
05/22/2026

Happy Fun Fact Friday! 🐢 Did you know eastern box turtles are one of the few turtle species where males and females can be identified from a distance? The secret is in their eye color. Adult males typically have bright red eyes, while females usually have brown eyes. 👀

Graffiti is a male eastern box turtle who was rescued after being found with paint on his shell. Today, Graffiti serves as an ambassador animal, helping educate guests about this incredible native species and the importance of protecting wildlife. 💚

Looks like Cornelius our corn snake popped out to wish everyone a happy weekend! 🐍👋📸:Keeper Courtney
05/22/2026

Looks like Cornelius our corn snake popped out to wish everyone a happy weekend! 🐍👋
📸:Keeper Courtney

Most species at the zoo get new enrichment each day. 🐾 The novelty is part of the fun! 🎉Some species, particularly the p...
05/16/2026

Most species at the zoo get new enrichment each day. 🐾 The novelty is part of the fun! 🎉
Some species, particularly the primates, get enrichment multiple times a day! This could include novel food, new exhibit furniture, or sensory items such as scents or sounds.
📸: Keeper Morgan

You may know that snakes shed their skin, but did you know cockroaches shed their exoskeleton too? 🪳This process is call...
05/15/2026

You may know that snakes shed their skin, but did you know cockroaches shed their exoskeleton too? 🪳

This process is called molting. Because their exoskeleton is rigid, cockroaches must shed it regularly in order to grow. After molting, the new exoskeleton underneath is soft and white before gradually hardening and developing its darker coloration over the next several hours.
📸:Keeper Courtney

Coconut the snow leopard recently celebrated his 8th birthday, and his enrichment was definitely a hit. 😎🐾📸:Keeper Morga...
05/14/2026

Coconut the snow leopard recently celebrated his 8th birthday, and his enrichment was definitely a hit. 😎🐾
📸:Keeper Morgan

Hang in there, it's almost the weekend! 📸:Keeper Courtney
05/08/2026

Hang in there, it's almost the weekend!
📸:Keeper Courtney

Address

465 Lodge Drive
Wheeling, WV
26003

Opening Hours

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

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(304) 243-4100

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