On weekends, the Zoo may experience high attendance. For your safety and guest experience, the Zoo may need to limit parking once the lots are full. We typically reopen the parking lots once guests start leaving and spaces open. Check on our social media or website for up-to-date information on parking status. Read our tips for visiting.
Zookeepers at the North Carolina Zoo found a unique way to provide exercise for the sand cats: a cat-sized exercise wheel. Training the cats to walk on the wheel allows them to stay fit while burning energy and calories.
This species is cooperatively managed as part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Species Survival Plan program program. This program is responsible for developing a Breeding and Transfer Plan for each species in the program.