Potter the Otter

Thank You EdZoocators and Teen Volunteers!

It's Volunteer Appreciation Week and the Akron Zoo would like to thank all of our dedicated Edzoocators and teen volunteers who have donated their time and talents over the last year to improve your…
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We’ve Got the POOwer!

“Everybody poops!” may be a common phrase uttered by parents all over the globe while they potty train their toddlers, but it also applies to animals! The difference is, animals don’t have toilets to…
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Why I’m Batty about Bats!

Around the world, bats are cultural symbols for darkness and death, and in the western hemisphere they are even associated with characters like vampires. Many people have a fear of bats because they…
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Perfect PAWtraits!

Happy World Art Day! To celebrate, we asked you to submit your best animal art and you delivered! Thank you for all of your creative work. Check out our winners below!   Ages 0-5 African Elephant…
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Akron Zoo Top Animal 2020

Back by popular demand, during the month of March the Akron Zoo asked you to vote in our March Madness bracket for your favorite zoo animals! Though competition was fierce, one clear victor emerged:…
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Grab Some Paint and Let's Gogh!

World Art Day is coming and your Akron Zoo wants you to get creative! Break out your art supplies and draw, paint, sketch or sculpt your favorite animal. Send us a photo by email for a chance to be…
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