Newsroom
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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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If you are a member of the media please contact Taylor, our Communications Manager at [email protected] for the following:
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View our official press kit.
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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Celebrating 25 Years
The zoo is temporarily closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but we are still celebrating our anniversary. Twenty five years ago, the Metro Richmond Zoo opened to the public on April 22, 1995, with 250 animals. The zoo has experienced tremendous growth over the years....
Septuplet Cheetah Cubs Born
The Metro Richmond Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of 7 cheetah cubs! Vaila, a second-time mother, gave birth to septuplets on November 30, 2018! This is a very special birth to us because not only is it a big boost for Cheetah conservation by increasing the...
White Lion Cubs Now On Exhibit
The Metro Richmond Zoo is excited to announce our 3 White lion cubs are now on exhibit! Xonga gave birth to 3 cubs on April 2nd, 2018 after a 110 day gestation period. There are 2 females and 1 male. The cubs initially spent two months inside their private den with...
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...
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