Potter Park Zoo Blog
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The Zoo encompasses over 20 acres and features more than 500 individual animals representing approximately 160 different species. Come explore the Zoo and help us celebrate, study, and protect the diversity of animals and their habitats.
Potter Park Zoo Blog
2d ago
Lansing, MI, – Potter Park Zoo is thrilled to announce the arrival of two new residents – Canadian lynx brothers Ragnar and Rollo, both 4-years-old. Hailing from the Pittsburgh Zoo and ..read more
Potter Park Zoo Blog
1M ago
Amphibians are some of the most threatened animals on the planet and the anurans (frogs and toads) represent roughly 90 percent of all amphibian species. They serve an important role ..read more
Potter Park Zoo Blog
2M ago
Potter Park Zoo is thrilled to announce the arrival of three adorable North American river otter pups born to experienced mother Nkeke Friday, Feb. 2 – nearly two years after ..read more
Potter Park Zoo Blog
2M ago
Plastic is so common that there is more plastic made now than ever before. Plastic consumption reached 320 million tons this past decade alone. People are running out of places ..read more
Potter Park Zoo Blog
4M ago
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our 19-year-old African lioness, Ulana, who lived at Potter Park Zoo for over a decade. For the last year ..read more
Potter Park Zoo Blog
5M ago
Park Zoo Holiday Gift Guide: Gifts with a Purpose! As the holiday season approaches, it’s time to get into the spirit of giving. This year, why not make your ..read more
Potter Park Zoo Blog
5M ago
Looking for a new tradition with family, friends, or the work team while celebrating the season? Sponsor a tree at the zoo! The Trim-a-Tree program is a unique way to ..read more
Potter Park Zoo Blog
7M ago
Potter Park Zoo celebrated its 4th Annual Sensory Friendly Dinner Sept. 29, 2023, as part of its FALCONERS program. FALCONERS, now in its eighth year at Potter Park, provides low-sensory events each ..read more
Potter Park Zoo Blog
8M ago
Meet Marge and Jack. Marge and Jack have been volunteering at Potter Park Zoo for almost 20 years and are long-time donors. Their passion for animals, nature, and people has allowed ..read more
Potter Park Zoo Blog
8M ago
Potter Park Zoo is excited to announce the hatching of a male Magellanic penguin chick on July 6, 2023. The attentive care provided by the parents, Skipper and Jayde, along ..read more