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Moms make us smile every day — now it’s our tu

Moms make us smile every day — now it’s our turn! 💐💌 With every gift of $10 or more, we’ll send a cheerful e-card letting them know a donation was made in their honor, supporting the animals in our care and Mother Earth. Visit link in bio to send a smile! 🥰

Plus, treat mom to a day she’ll love with FREE admission to the Zoo on Mother's Day! Celebrate her love with a gift that gives back. 💝

🦩 We are tickled pink celebrating and raising a

🦩 We are tickled pink celebrating and raising awareness on this International Flamingo Day!

International Flamingo Day is a vibrant celebration of one of nature's most iconic birds. Here at Roger Williams Park Zoo, we're home to Chilean flamingos native to South America.

DYK your phone battery holds a piece of a flamingo's habitat? The lithium inside comes from wetlands where flamingos live and thrive. When those wetlands disappear, so do the birds. To counteract these effects, try to keep your phone longer, avoid frequent upgrades, and recycle it when you are done! Every bit of lithium reused makes a difference.

Roger Williams Park Zoo is a proud partner with the SAFE Andean Highland Flamingo program and supports the recovery and conservation of Andean, Chilean, and Puna (James’s) flamingos through research, public engagement, training, community outreach, and education. #SavingSpecies #WeAreAZA #SAFE_AHF

This year's theme for World Veterinary Day is 'Ani

This year's theme for World Veterinary Day is 'Animal Health Takes a Team' 🌍🩺

This couldn't be more fitting for our incredible team of veterinarians, vet techs, and vet students! They say team work makes the dream work and we are very lucky to have a dream team of professionals. They dedicate countless hours of hard, selfless work to provide the highest level of care to our animals while always keeping a smile and cracking a joke.

Did you know- Our team also collaborates with veterinary professionals from other Zoos, animal hospitals, universities, research facilities, and more to exchange their knowledge. It truly takes a team to deliver high quality veterinary services! Happy World Veterinary Day and thank you to all veterinary professionals making a difference every day! 💙

🐧 Waddle you know- penguins have arrived just i

🐧 Waddle you know- penguins have arrived just in time for #WorldPenguinDay!

We are thrilled to welcome quirky, sun-loving Humboldt penguins to our Zoo. These adorable feathered friends are currently behind-the-scenes while they acclimate to their new home and eachother. We can’t wait for you to meet them at Penguin Point- opening Memorial Day weekend!🤩

Blue Chicken is back in action! 🦚 Keep an eye o

Blue Chicken is back in action! 🦚 Keep an eye out for our fancy feathered friend free roaming the Zoo and shaking his tail feathers!

Did you know that peacocks can fly short distances despite their large, heavy tails? Flying is often used to escape predators or reach roosting spots in trees. Or, in Blue Chicken's case, flying into the turkey habitat to hang with his friends!

🌞 Spring break is winding down, but the wild fu

🌞 Spring break is winding down, but the wild fun isn't over yet! 🐾

Swing by the Zoo before the kids are back to school. Roar with the 🦖 dinosaurs, hang with the tamarins, and splash & explore in the big backyard. Plan your visit now at rwpzoo.org 🦒🐘

📸 credit picture 4 - Guest Ali Beckwith

🐘💙 Wellness starts with trust! Our elephants

🐘💙 Wellness starts with trust! Our elephants participate in daily cooperative husbandry with their keepers for many important reasons.

By learning to voluntarily present their tongue, feet, ears, and more, our girls can actively participate in their own healthcare. These cooperative behaviors, along with positive reinforcement, help reduce stress, build trust between the animals and their caregivers, and allow our veterinarians to perform thorough checkups without the need for sedation. These critical skills are a powerful example of how thoughtful training can support both animal welfare and effective medical care!

#africanelephants #animalhusbandry #veterinarycare #incredibleanimals #zoo #rwpzoo

Celebrate Earth Day by gardening with wildlife in

Celebrate Earth Day by gardening with wildlife in mind! 🦋🐝🪻

Spring is here, flowers are blooming, and pollinators are getting to work! You can transform your yard into a beautiful and thriving habitat for birds, butterflies, bees, and other creatures by planting pollinator-friendly plants. Not only will you be creating a stunning outdoor space, but you’ll also be contributing to the health of our local ecosystem!

Our horticulture team is hard at work planting pollinator-friendly gardens throughout the Zoo to help these species thrive. They have provided some helpful resources on how to get your pollinator garden started - visit rwpzoo.org/birdfriendly for some helpful tips and tricks! 🌎

Happy #VolunteerAppreciationWeek! We're sending a

Happy #VolunteerAppreciationWeek! We're sending a HUGE thank you to our incredible RWPZoo volunteers!

In 2024, this dedicated team volunteered a truly amazing 21,212 hours! That's an estimated contribution of $710,389 in service to our animals, our visitors, and our conservation mission.

From educating visitors to helping at events and keeping our grounds beautiful, their impact is everywhere. We couldn't do it without them!

Thank you, volunteers, for your invaluable time, energy, and heart. You are WILDLY appreciated! ❤️

Wishing an egg-stra special Easter to those who ce

Wishing an egg-stra special Easter to those who celebrate! 🐣💛🌼 We are open today from 9am-4pm for some fresh air and spring fun! ☀️

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