“The eagle has landed”: First hatching of African fish eagle chick

“The eagle has landed”: First hatching of African fish eagle chick

Avery Elander
Published on: 20/03/2026

Historic first at Fort Worth Zoo: a rare African fish eagle chick hatches! 🦅 A major conservation milestone, this success highlights expert care, teamwork and dedication to sustaining this iconic raptor in North American zoos.

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Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park Launches Naming Contest for Newly Born Endangered Pygmy Hippo Baby!

Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park Launches Naming Contest for Newly Born Endangered Pygmy Hippo Baby!

Kristy Hayden
Published on: 10/02/2026

Wildlife World Zoo celebrates the birth of an endangered baby pygmy hippo! Guests can visit her habitat, watch her explore with mom, and vote in a public naming contest supporting conservation.

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African Safari Wildlife Park welcomes two capybara pups

African Safari Wildlife Park welcomes two capybara pups

African Safari Wildlife Park
Published on: 27/01/2026

Two capybara pups born Dec. 29 have joined African Safari Wildlife Park. Thriving with parents Torta and Kif, the newborns can be met during limited behind-the-scenes experiences.

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Montgomery Zoo introduces Baby Ostrich Flock referred to as the “Beans”

Montgomery Zoo introduces Baby Ostrich Flock referred to as the “Beans”

Bailey Klepac
Published on: 07/01/2026

The Montgomery Zoo is excited to announce the arrival and public debut of four young ostrich chicks: Navy, Chickpea, Lima, and Green Bean. The “beans,” as they are lovingly referred to, hatched between June 2–5, 2025 in Georgia and were brought to the zoo by staff on September 10th.

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