The Zoo will be closed to members and the public on Friday, August 2, for a private event. Hiking and walking trails will also be closed. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your continued support.
Open Today: 9 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Marsh Habitat
Depending on when you visit, you might see dozens of birds, hundreds of insects dancing around flowers, beavers, muskrats, water snakes, or frogs.
Nearby Art in the Park
Cattail Gate
Jim Gallucci
Sponsored by Donald Morrison as a living memorial to his wife, Cynthia D. Morrison
Billy Goats Gruff
Bob Coffee
Made possible through the NC Zoo Society
Zoological Egg Rest
Horace L. Farlowe
Made possible through the North Carolina “Art Works for State Buildings” Program
Murmuration
Mike Roig
Sponsored by Bob and Bonnie Meeker
Lisa’s Dragonfly
Mike Durham
Made possible through a gift to the NC Zoo Society by De Potter in memory of Lisa Cassidy, a member of the Zoo Horticulture Staff.