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We have news to announce!Welcome to the Metro Richmond Zoo’s newsroom. Here you will find copies of the zoo’s latest press releases and other announcements in a blog format.
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The zoo sends press releases to the media whenever we have significant announcements about animal births, new exhibits, or other exciting updates. You can read them below.
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Pygmy Hippo Exhibit Now Open
The Metro Richmond Zoo is pleased to announce the opening of our new Pygmy hippo exhibit. The Pygmy hippopotamus is a rare species native to swamps and rivers in forested areas of Liberia, Sierra Leone, Guinea, and the Ivory Coast. They are highly endangered, with...
3 White Lions Cubs
The Metro Richmond Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of 3 White lion cubs born to parents, Xonga and Basa, on April 2nd, 2018. After a 110 day gestation period, Xonga, a 3 year old, first time mother, gave birth to 1 male and 2 female cubs. Xonga has shown...
Bactrian Camel Born
Meet Dublin, a male Bactrian camel calf! He is the newest resident of the zoo's Children's Petting Area. Dublin was born on March 7, 2018. Shortly after birth, his mother showed signs of aggression towards him. In order to ensure his survival, animal caretakers...
Baird’s tapir born December 25, 2017
The Metro Richmond Zoo is proud to announce the birth of a female Baird’s tapir. Navi was born on December 25th, 2017 to parents, Tupelo and Chac. Mom and baby are in great health. This is the first Baird’s tapir birth for the MRZ. Tupelo and Chac were recommended to...
ZAA Excellence in Breeding Award
The Metro Richmond Zoo is the recipient of the 2017 ZAA Excellence in Breeding award for our work in cheetah conservation! In 4 years, we have had 40 cheetah cubs born. Thank you for the recognition, Zoological Association of America. Read more about our highly...
Cheetah Cubs born July 20, 2017
The Metro Richmond Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of 4 cheetah cubs to parents, Khari and Hatari. This is Khari’s 2nd litter, Hatari’s 4th litter, and the zoo’s 8th litter of cheetah cubs. Khari gave birth to 2 females and 2 males on July 20, 2017, after a 3...
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