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 talks and gardener talks. Check back later in the day where we will post the video here. If you’ve watched a Como Live…
April Went Out With Lambs At Como!
Two baby Dall’s sheep born at Como Zoo in April now have names Meet Iao, born April 1! Iao was welcomed into the world April 1st and is now prancing about in her home at Como Zoo. She shares her home with her mother Drizzle, father Sylvester, three-year-old Aunt Sunny, and another baby born to…
Como Welcomes Nan the Polar Bear!
Just in time for International Polar Bear Day, Como Zoo welcomes its newest resident, Nan, a 26-year-old female polar bear. After completing a mandatory quarantine period, Nan is slowly being introduced behind-the-scenes to Neil, Como’s 25-year-old polar bear, and becoming acclimated to her new home at Como’s Polar Bear Odyssey habitat. Nan, short for the Inupiaq…
NEW DATE ADDED! Gift Your Valentine A One-Of-A-Kind Experience! Dinner In The Conservatory…In November!
This Valentine’s Day, Como asks that you look to a promising future and give your Valentine the gift of a November evening together dining in the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory surrounded by fall flowers, palms and plants. Instead of the traditional February 14th Valentine Dinner in the Conservatory, Como is now taking reservations for a one-of-a-kind…
A Drone’s Eye View of Como Harbor!
Amazing progress is being made! Click HERE to see and read more!
VIDEO: Virtual tour of the Summer Flower Show!
If you missed our Facebook Live tour of this year’s Summer Flower Show, fear not! Here is your opportunity to view the beauty of the garden, from the comfort of your own home! Click HERE for ways you can help support Como Park Zoo & Conservatory!
CUTENESS OVERLOAD! Como Welcomes SECOND Baby Dall’s Sheep in 9 Days!
Just in time for Mother’s Day, another baby Dall’s sheep born at Como Zoo, plus the public has picked the new name for the baby Dall’s sheep born April 25! Meet Skywalker! Como Zoo welcomed another snowy white male baby Dall’s sheep into the world earlier this week (Monday, May 4th). Skywalker was born…
Chloe the sloth takes over Morning News Interview
Click HERE for ways you can help support Como Park Zoo & Conservatory! Click HERE for ways you can help support Como Park Zoo & Conservatory!
Como Welcomes Baby Dall’s Sheep & how you can help name him!
The names have been whittled down to Nimbus, Lightning, & Cyclone. We will announce the winner on Friday, May 8th during the 1:30 pm Como Live segment on Facebook. Cast your vote by clicking HERE! A snowy white male baby Dall’s sheep was welcomed into the world Saturday, April 25, and is now prancing about in his…
Say Hello To Sudi!
This beautiful baby now has a beautiful name! Say hello to Sudi! Sudi is a Swahili name for boys meaning lucky. The distinction of naming the kudu, born February 18th, was given to Berger Moving & Storage in honor of their longstanding support & commitment to Como. Berger Transfer hopes Sudi brings luck to all…
Video: Zookeepers taking care of animals after shut down due to COVID-19 pandemic
We want you all to know that the animals are all cared for, and that the level of animal care and welfare won’t change while we are closed. Our animal care professionals will continue to provide vital nutritional, medical, emotional and physical care to all our animal residents. #StayHomeMN
Chloe The Sloth on The Jason Show!
We Can All Help!
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory does a lot for conservation efforts including a program called Conservation Champions. Staff submit projects and if selected, are funded by Como Friends. I work at Como and love hearing about the amazing experiences staff have had doing conservation work around the world. Conservation Champions was open for me to…
Como Zoo Welcomes *gulp* 6′ 4″ Baby Giraffe!
Como Zoo is excited to welcome a new baby giraffe to its herd. Coming into the world at over six feet, the baby is standing tall with mother Clover shadowing over him. The new baby male, born Tuesday, September 10th at 7:30pm, is the 8th calf born to Clover and the 23rd giraffe birth at…
From Golf Course to Watershed: Waterlily Installation in Andover and Coon Rapids
Today, I got to experience a once in a lifetime opportunity that most 17-year-olds don’t usually get to experience on a regular basis. Originally, I thought that I was going on a ride along to a site visit at a watershed in suburban Andover to do some photography, but guess what? I got to do…
