Sedgwick County Zoo

Sedgwick County Zoo The Sedgwick County Zoo is the No. 1 outdoor family tourist attraction in Kansas and is dedicated to For more information, visit www.scz.org.
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Sedgwick County Zoo has been recognized with national and international awards for its support of field conservation programs and successful breeding of rare and endangered species. It's the No. 1 outdoor family tourist attraction in Kansas and is home to over 3,000 animals of more than 400 different species. The Sedgwick County Zoo is a not-for-profit organization, accredited by the Association o

f Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Look for the AZA logo whenever you visit a zoo or aquarium as your assurance that you are supporting a facility dedicated to providing excellent care for animals, a great experience for you and a better future for all living things. With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation and your link to helping animals in their native habitats. For more information, visit www.aza.org. Sedgwick County Zoo is also a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums www.waza.org.

King vultures may not always get the best reputation, but the work they do is incredibly important. 🖤This International ...
09/05/2026

King vultures may not always get the best reputation, but the work they do is incredibly important. 🖤

This International Vulture Awareness Day, Ferd is helping us shine a spotlight on his species!

Found throughout parts of Central and South America, King Vultures play an important role as scavengers, consuming carrion and recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem. Unfortunately, they face challenges in the wild, such as the loss of the forests they depend on.

Thankfully, recent research is helping conservationists better understand their populations and where protection is needed most!

Want to learn more? Stop by the South America habitat this weekend to see Ferd and catch one of his keepers during the 1:15pm feeding to learn more about him and the important role vultures play in the ecosystem. 🦅🌎

There is a new face in the South America habitat! 🦊This week, Amora received a new companion - Caido, the 10-year-old ma...
09/03/2026

There is a new face in the South America habitat! 🦊

This week, Amora received a new companion - Caido, the 10-year-old maned wolf.

Caido has a shy but curious personality, and his care team says his favorite activity is chasing bugs while exploring the habitat. You’ll easily be able to tell him apart from Amora by his distinctive droopy ear!

He has not yet been fully introduced to Amora, but keepers have already observed promising interactions between the two through the fence. 🪲 As with any animal introductions, we are letting their behavior guide the introduction process, so we do not yet have a definite timeline for when the two will share a habitat together.

Caido also brings some experience with him! At his previous facility, he lived with the only other hand-reared female maned wolf in the population, giving his care team valuable insight as he begins this new chapter here at SCZ.

Keep an eye out for Caido exploring his new home, and stay tuned for more updates! 🧡

This year, our Bird team said 2026 would be the Year of the Kea - and three very special chicks made it official. 💚🦜Meet...
09/02/2026

This year, our Bird team said 2026 would be the Year of the Kea - and three very special chicks made it official. 💚🦜

Meet Koru, Waitai, and Toki.

These three male Kea chicks hatched here this spring and represent something much bigger than an adorable new generation. There are only around 35 kea living at AZA-accredited facilities, and these boys represent the majority of surviving kea chicks hatched within AZA this year. Even more significantly, all three were successfully parent-reared! 😮

Getting them to this point has truly been a team effort. When warmer temperatures became difficult for the down-covered chicks, the entire kea family temporarily moved to our Veterinary Hospital, where they could remain in air conditioning while their parents continued raising them. Our Bird team continued their daily care, providing special diets three times a day for the parents to feed the chicks and weighing the chicks twice a week to carefully monitor their growth.

After years of learning, adjusting, and working toward successful parent-rearing, seeing all three chicks fledge is an accomplishment our Bird and Veterinary teams are incredibly proud of.

Now, fully feathered and in their public habitat, their personalities are starting to shine! Koru and Toki tend to be more reserved and can often be found exploring and climbing together. Waitai, on the other hand, LOVES water. 💦

The best way to identify them is by their distinctive yellow coloration around their beaks that only juvenile keas have, and their colored bands. Waitai has a silver band, Toki has an orange band, and Koru has a green band.

Welcome to the family, little ones. The Year of the Kea looks pretty good on you. 🧡

The countdown is on! ⌛ We are just 12 days away from Wichita's wildest FUNraiser - and we want you to be there!🎟️👉 https...
09/01/2026

The countdown is on! ⌛ We are just 12 days away from Wichita's wildest FUNraiser - and we want you to be there!

🎟️👉 https://qrco.de/bgt9JC

Whether you're coming for the food and drinks, the live music, or the silent auction, every ticket supports our mission to inspire respect and conservation of wildlife and wild places.🌴

Esther and Ellie are here to remind you to stay hydrated today! 💦With temperatures soaring, it's important to drink plen...
09/01/2026

Esther and Ellie are here to remind you to stay hydrated today! 💦

With temperatures soaring, it's important to drink plenty of water while exploring. Throughout the Zoo, you will find water bottle refilling stations to help you stay on top of it!

So, be sure to bring a water bottle and drink up before, during, and after your visit - or stop by one of our eateries to grab a cold beverage.

Guess who has 10 teeth?! 🤫🦧Teeth aren't the only thing new with Riang! She is starting to wander short distances from he...
08/31/2026

Guess who has 10 teeth?! 🤫🦧

Teeth aren't the only thing new with Riang! She is starting to wander short distances from her mom, Tao, to explore on her own - and is proving to us all that she has become a confident climber.

With so much attention on babies and their moms lately, a few males needed a moment in the spotlight! 🔦If you have taken...
08/29/2026

With so much attention on babies and their moms lately, a few males needed a moment in the spotlight! 🔦

If you have taken a ride on the train recently, you may have spotted our male Arapawa goats hanging out in their pasture. While they may be behind the scenes, these guys are still an important part of the Children's Farm family!

Arapawa goats are a rare heritage breed known for their hardiness and distinctive horns. Their ancestors lived for generations on Arapawa Island in New Zealand, developing characteristics that helped them thrive in a rugged environment.

So next time you’re aboard the train, keep an eye out for the boys! 👀🐐

📷PC: Keeper Alex P.

08/28/2026

It's time to make your voice heard and vote for us as your favorite family attraction! 🏆 Vote once per day now through Friday, September 4th.

Show your support for the Zoo by casting your vote in the following categories:

🦁 Family Attraction
🎉 Annual Event
🎂 Children's Birthday Party

Click the link below to cast your vote 👇
www.votewichitaks.com

Remember to use the hashtags and to spread the word and let everyone know why Sedgwick County Zoo is the place to be!

At just two months old, Nkuba has four teeth, has received his first round of infant vaccinations, and continues to reac...
08/27/2026

At just two months old, Nkuba has four teeth, has received his first round of infant vaccinations, and continues to reach new milestones!📈🦍

During his mom Barika’s training sessions, Nkuba has been interacting with the care team and taking in his surroundings. He may be ready to start crawling off on his own, but Barika is keeping him close, especially with a few hopeful babysitters nearby.

His big sister, Alika, has even had a few opportunities for short interactions while Nkuba remains safely with Barika. Those moments are a little longer, with little tickles, grooming, and even offering him bedding to interact with.

Mom is still calling the shots, but little by little, Nkuba’s world is getting bigger. 🧡

📷PC: Mammal Curator, Danielle

Have you thought about what you're wearing to Zoobilee? 👕🤔Each year, we love seeing your stylish outfits, and with this ...
08/27/2026

Have you thought about what you're wearing to Zoobilee? 👕🤔Each year, we love seeing your stylish outfits, and with this year's neon vibe, we can't wait to see what you come up with!

If you haven't already, grab your tickets before September 1st to receive our early bird discount. 🎟️👉 https://qrco.de/bgt9JC

We'll see you here! ✨

Address

5555 W Zoo Boulevard
Wichita, KS
67212

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+13166609453

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