Niabi Zoo Foundation

10/17/2026

10/17/2026

10/16/2026

**Weather Alert for some of our cold intolerant animal family**

With the 30 degree temperatures coming tomorrow night we will be moving SOME of our birds and reptiles inside for the season.

Our colorful macaws, guinea pigs, squirrel monkeys and tortoises will be moving inside starting today through next week in preparation for consistently cold temperatures. They will see everyone next season.

HOWEVER, there is still quite a lot of our animal family out and about that do not mind the temperatures or will be provided with their normal heated barns, extra bedding options and supplemental heat. Of course our Conservation in Action Gallery, Reptile House, Giraffe House and Biodiversity Hall are open every day through end of the season. We will keep you posted as we head towards colder conditions for other family members that may need to head inside to toasty areas.

See everyone for the remaining free days of the 2026 season, and then onto
BOO @ the ZOO. WOOHOO

10/09/2026

We agree Kito!

Image courtesy of of Allie M

10/09/2026

Camouflage in Action!

There are several types of camouflage that includes; concealing coloration, disruptive coloration, countershading, disguise, and mimicry. Example; tortoises.

*Concealing coloration is when an animal’s colors match its background to help it blend in.

*Disruptive coloration includes patterns like spots and stripes that make it difficult to see the outline of an animal. Example; leopards

*Countershading is a common type of camouflage for aquatic animals. Example; Dolphins.

*Disguise is when an animal looks like something inedible. Example; Carolina mantid.

Who can you see in this photo that is illustrating concealing coloration?

Image courtesy of Jessi LP

10/08/2026

You don't see me......

Image courtesy of Dr. Demelza