Nocturnal Exhibit may not be closed forever
This story is part of an innovative partnership announced today between the Common Language Project, University of Washington and Next Door Media. Read about the partnership here. As zoo officials …
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Baby penguin makes video debut
There’s a second baby Humboldt Penguin at the Woodland Park Zoo. The newest chick was born on Easter Sunday and is a sibling to the chick born last week. The …
First penguin hatches at zoo
There’s a new member of the Humboldt Penguin family at the Woodland Park Zoo. Three-year-old Dora and PJ are parents to the 2.1 oz Humboldt Penguin. This chick was hatched …
Oldest animal living at zoo is euthanized
The Woodland Park Zoo has euthanized the oldest animal living at the zoo. 47-year-old Gertie the hippo has lived at the zoo since 1966. She was not only the oldest …
Final weekend for Night Exhibit
This is the final weekend to enjoy the Night Exhibit at the Woodland Park Zoo. (Photo by Ryan Hawk, Woodland Park Zoo.) The zoo announced earlier this year that they …
Help name this baby gorilla
I know we’re going a little zoo crazy here on My Ballard, but who can resist posting a photo of a cute baby gorilla? The Woodland Park Zoo is kicking …
Woodland Park Zoo carousel temporarily closing
If you’re planning on taking the kiddies for a spin on the Woodland Park Zoo‘s carousel, know that it’s going to be closed March 3-14 for maintenance, according to a …
Overheard at Woodland Park Zoo
We decided to drive up the hill to visit Woodland Park Zoo. The rare Sumatran tiger was feeling restless, darting back and forth, giving the crowd a good show. That’s …