Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo

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Spend an hour or the whole day and see more than 300 animals representing primarily North and South American species. Come learn about our many endangered and threatened species, which include the Amur (Siberian) tiger, Andean condor, Ocelot, Red wolf, Maned wolf, and Golden lion tamarin. Come see our South American rainforest with free-flight aviary, then walk through the prairie dog exhibit with

"pop-up" viewing areas. Visit the New England Farmyard with goats, cows, pigs, sheep and other barnyard critters. Take a walk along the hoofstock trail featuring bison, pronghorn, deer and more. Before you leave grab a bite at the Peacock Café, eat in the Picnic Grove and take a ride on our colorful carousel. We can't wait to see you!

⏰ 8 days until Glow Wild tickets go on sale! Mark your calendars for September 7th. Presented by ASML Glow Wild returns ...
08/30/2026

⏰ 8 days until Glow Wild tickets go on sale! Mark your calendars for September 7th. Presented by ASML Glow Wild returns bringing the glow back to Beardsley Zoo. 🐺✨

Tag your favorite influencer or the person below you’d love to bring with you (or see there)! 👇

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08/30/2026

🦆☀️ Soaking up the last golden days of summer, one lazy lap around the pond at a time.

As the season starts winding down, our ducks aren't in any hurry, still gliding, dabbling, and making the most of the warm water while it lasts. Come catch a little summer magic before it slips into fall.

🦅 One of the last weekends to catch SkyHunters in Flight this season!Owls, hawks, and falcons take the stage at 11:00 AM...
08/29/2026

🦅 One of the last weekends to catch SkyHunters in Flight this season!

Owls, hawks, and falcons take the stage at 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM before the season wraps September 2.

📅 August 29–30 ⏰ 11:00 AM & 2:00 PM
📍 Red Barn Amphitheater 🎟 Included with Zoo admission
📸 Photo Credit: Scott Vincent

⏰ 9 DAYS until Glow Wild tickets drop! ✨Mark your calendars, because this isn’t your average zoo trip!!GLOW WILD 2026 is...
08/29/2026

⏰ 9 DAYS until Glow Wild tickets drop! ✨

Mark your calendars, because this isn’t your average zoo trip!!GLOW WILD 2026 is coming in HOT with never-before-seen lanterns, glowing forest vibes, and animals popping up where you least expect them. 🦁💡

Tickets go live September 7th at beardsleyzoo.org/glow-wild and trust us, this is THE fall activity your group chat needs to know about. 📲

Presented by ASML✨🔬

Set your alarms, tag your crew, and get ready to glow. 🌟 Glow Wild lights up the Zoo October 1st – December 20th ✨

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08/26/2026

🐐🌳 Reach for it!

Our Goral isn't afraid to stand tall (literally) for a fresh leaf snack. These small goat-antelopes are native to the mountains of Asia, where their agility and grippy hooves let them scale near-vertical rock faces with ease — here at the Zoo, a tree branch does just fine.

Come see this little climber in action on your next visit!

🐴 Small horse, smaller patience for whoever's standing between her and the camera.Meet our miniature horses over at the ...
08/25/2026

🐴 Small horse, smaller patience for whoever's standing between her and the camera.

Meet our miniature horses over at the Ali Cohen Miniature Horse Yard. Despite their size, minis have the same big personalities (and bigger opinions) as their full-sized cousins.

08/24/2026

K-man in motion 🐊
Yacare caiman like K-man are built for powerful, efficient movement, whether they’re cruising through the water or making a slow, steady move on land. Watching them up close is a reminder that sometimes the quietest moments are the most impressive.

See K-man and our other incredible animals during your next Zoo visit.
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We are heartbroken to share that Cain, our beloved howler monkey, has passed. Cain was born in '92 and called Beardsley ...
08/24/2026

We are heartbroken to share that Cain, our beloved howler monkey, has passed. Cain was born in '92 and called Beardsley Zoo home since 2015, in that time he became something of a legend around here. He was recognized as the oldest male howler monkey living in any AZA accredited zoo, a title that made him one of a kind, not just at our zoo, but in the country.

Cain passed due to age-related health complications at over 34 years old, an incredible lifespan for his species and a real testament to the care he received from our keepers. Anyone who visited Cain knew he had a personality and a way of making people stop, look up, and smile.

From his moods and mischievous streak to his favorite keepers, Cain was impossible not to adore. We are grateful for the moments we shared with him. 🐒💛
Photo credit 📷 Lillian Staron.

Address

1875 Noble Avenue
Bridgeport, CT
06610

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+12033946565

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