MEET THE ANIMALS

Explore our exhibits to get close to more than 800 animals and 250 species
Including some of the world’s most critically endangered

EXPLORE BY EXHIBIT

Discover the amazing animals and experiences that await you when you explore our award-winning exhibits!

Woodland Park Zoo’s 92 acres is divided into bioclimatic zones, featuring different natural habitats ranging from humid tropical rain forests and coastal deserts to temperate rain forests like those of the Pacific Northwest.

A close-up of a lioness standing outdoors, facing the camera with a calm, alert expression. Her light brown fur and focused eyes are clearly visible, with blurred trees in the background.

African Savanna

A close-up of a porcupine with dark brown fur and sharp, white-tipped quills standing out in all directions, facing the camera against a plain background.

Ambassador Animals

A close-up of a rhinoceros facing the camera, showing its thick, textured skin and a single horn on its nose. Another rhino is partially visible in the background.

Assam Rhino Reserve

A snow leopard lies on a rock, resting its head on its front paws and gazing forward. Its thick, spotted fur and piercing eyes are prominent. Green leaves and red berries are visible in the background.

Australasia

A vibrant orange butterfly with black spots and markings rests on a cluster of small, yellow flowers against a blurred green background.

Butterfly Garden

A close-up of a Humboldt penguin with a dark beak and distinctive black-and-white markings, standing against a blurred brown and gray background.

Humboldt Penguin Exhibit

A brown bear with thick fur rests its front paws on a mossy rock, looking directly at the camera. The background shows blurred autumn foliage in shades of yellow and green.

Living Northwest Trail

A close-up of a red panda with reddish-brown fur, white ears, and a bushy face, looking slightly to the side against a blurred background.

Temperate Forest

A close-up of a Komodo dragon resting its head on a rock, showing its rough, textured skin and alert eye in a sandy, natural habitat.

Reptile Realm

Close-up of a tigers face, showing its orange fur with black stripes, white whiskers, and intense eyes. Green plants are visible in the background.

Tropical Asia

A close-up of a ring-tailed lemur with striking yellow eyes and black-and-white facial markings, looking directly at the camera with its front legs extended, set against a blurred outdoor background.

Tropical Rain Forest

CARING FOR ANIMALS

Ensuring Animal Wellness

Your zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums and has earned the Humane Certified™ seal from the American Humane Conservation program. Our mission is to save species, and it starts with the wellness of the animals in our care. It’s not only our responsibility—it’s our passion.

A newborn giraffe, a growing gorilla, and a geriatric penguin all need something different to thrive. Whatever it takes, we’re here to ensure they get it. Husbandry, nutrition, veterinary and exhibit design experts work together to assure individualized care for every animal of every species across their lifespan.