Volunteers play such a vital role at Como assisting throughout the Zoo, Conservatory, Grounds, Education and Visitor Services. At this time, we are looking for a limited number of volunteers…
Meet Sterling, Our Baby Saki Monkey!
On January 15th Saki monkeys Patty and Milton welcomed their new baby in to the world! This adorable baby now has a name: Sterling! Deb Hogenson, a longtime supporter…
The Winter Flower Show Ends March 20. Spring Flower Show Opens March 26.
Winter Flower ShowJanuary 15 through March 20, 2022The 2022 Winter Flower Show will feature a stunning display of flowering trees and shrubs. Highlights will include purple azaleas, pink lilies, and…
Como In The News!
Spring Flower Show! Winter Flower Show! Discover The North Garden! Weather Extremes of Como! Discover What you May Have Missed In Tropical Encounters Como was the go-to place for WCCO…
Como Live Episodes from September 2021 thru January 2022
While we all #StaySafeMN and practice social distancing, check this space for challenging, fun learning opportunities. Then, tune in Mondays and Thursdays at 1:30pm on our Facebook page for special…
‘That’s a lot of neck to break’: Giraffe surgery at Como is a tricky task
Courtesy MPR News Tim Nelson, MPR St. Paul October 29, 2021 4:00 a.m. Listen: That’s a lot of neck to break’: Giraffe surgery at Como is a tricky task University…
Poinsettias Galore! Holiday Flower Show Winding Down!
The Marjorie McNeely Holiday Flower Show runs December 3, 2021 through January 9, 2022. Click HERE for the dates of all our flower shows.
Fall Flower Show & Flamingos
Part II of the Fall Flower Show is now open through November 28th (Holiday Flower Show begins December 4th). While many Minnesota gardens are winding down for the winter season,…
Como Welcomes Kulu the Polar Bear!
Kulu comes to Como with a new innovative tracking device from the “Burr on Fur” program that will help his wild cousins. (Saint Paul, MN) Como Zoo welcomes its newest…
Wolves Return To Como Zoo
Leading up to Wolf Awareness Week (October 17-23), Como is excited to welcome two new resident wolves into Como’s Wolf Woods habitat, and announce the opening of a new wolf…
Como Live Episodes From June, July, August 2021
While we all #StaySafeMN and practice social distancing, check this space for challenging, fun learning opportunities. Then, tune in Mondays and Thursdays at 1:30pm on our Facebook page for special LIVE zookeeper…
Skeeter the Giraffe Recovering from Hoof Procedure
A team of animal care experts from around the US participate Last week, a team of animal care experts and veterinarians from around the US participated in a foot and…
Como Zoo Welcomes Baby Kudu!
Como Zoo has welcomed a female lesser kudu calf, born overnight on Wednesday, June 30, 2021. The birth is the result of a recommendation from the Lesser Kudu Species Survival…
Como Harbor Is Now Open!
Sparky & Her Pinniped Pals Make A Splash in Their New Home On June 3rd, 2021, Como Park Zoo & Conservatory held a ribbon cutting ceremony to officially open its…
Como Introduces Two New Virtual Programs For Preschool – 12th Grade
Free educational and engaging programs for all Minnesota schools Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is launching two new, free, educational virtual programs for preschoolers thru 12th grade. An educational program…
