Experiences to remember
What’s Happening
Wildlife can be found at every turn, and the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is no exception. Come experience all our wildlife has to offer!
Apr
1
thru
Sep
7
Dinosaurs!
May
13
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Oct
14
Presented by Clearview Federal Credit Union
Sensory Friendly Mornings
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM
Jun
8
thru
Aug
14
Zoo Camp - Families Untamed, Ages 8 & 9
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Jul
1
thru
Jul
31
Presented by Eat'n Park
Eat’n Park Family Month
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African Elephant
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African Lion
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Aldabra Tortoise
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American Beaver
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Amur Tiger
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Barn Owl
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Blacktip Reef Shark
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California Sea Lion
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Cheetah
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Flamingo
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Gentoo Penguin
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Grant's Zebra
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Komodo Dragon
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Kunekune Pig
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Macaroni Penguin
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Masai Giraffe
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Meerkat
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North American River Otter
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Ostrich
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Philippine Crocodile
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Polar Bear
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Pygmy Hippo
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Red Kangaroo
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Red Panda
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Visayan Warty Pig
African Elephant
African elephants are the largest living land-dwelling animals. They generally have no natural predators because of their great size.
Conservation
To make the world better for wildlife, the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium serves as a leader in uniting people to take conservation action.
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May 8, 2026
A Tale of Two Mothers
Happy Mother's Day from all of us at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium May 8, 2026Gorilla mothers are among the most devoted and attentive caregivers in the animal kingdom. Moka and Ibo, the Pittsburgh Zoo’s two western lowland gorillas are…
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May 1, 2026
Be a Friend to the Feathered
Tips to Help Birds for Migratory Bird Day May 1, 2026Birds travel thousands of miles for migration each year across continents and seas. They face many dangers along the way, including habitat loss, light pollution, and climate challenges. You can…
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April 27, 2026
Zoo's Director of Conservation Visits Orangutan Information Centre in Indonesia
Dr. Shafkat Khan, the Director of Conservation at the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium, is on an adventure in Indonesia where he is working with the Orangutan Information Centre. Read updates from his trip here. The Orangutan Information Centre (OIC) is…
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April 22, 2026
Be a Habitat Helper
Earth Day Tips to Create a Backyard Sanctuary April 22, 2026This Earth Day, as we contemplate the many issues that face our planet, it can be very overwhelming to figure out how to help. However, the best place to start…
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April 21, 2026
Welcome to the Wild: Zoo Cuts Ribbon on New Entrance Plaza
Grand Opening of Gateway to the Wild April 21, 2026The Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium is ready to welcome guests with a new entrance fit for the animal kingdom – a stunning gateway to the wild featuring improved accessibility, beautiful natural…
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