What happened to the giraffes at the Erie Zoo?

Nigel, a 9-year-old giraffe, will leave the zoo at the end of this month, Scott Mitchell, Erie Zoological Society president and CEO, said on Thursday. Nigel is leaving Erie for a zoo in the Midwest, Mitchell said.

Does the Erie Zoo have a gorilla?

Disclaimer: The Erie Zoo does not currently have gorillas due to spacing limitations.

Does the Erie Zoo have elephants?

For a zoo or facility to have an elephant, there are strict requirements including a minimum of 3 elephants (they are social creatures) and a massive space allotment per elephant both indoors and outdoors. …

What day is the Erie Zoo free?

Sunday Afternoon
Yes, free admission last two hours every Sunday afternoon. During summer months 4-6 pm so my husband & I took Jacob, our eight year old grandson this Sunday.

How old do you have to be to work at the Erie Zoo?

16 years
You must be 16 years or older to apply.

Does the Erie Zoo have polar bears?

“People are accustomed to seeing bears at the zoo,” Mitchell said. They have a lot of requirements for their living spaces and there aren’t many polar bears available in the U.S.” Instead, the Erie Zoo could get a couple of smaller, Asian bears, Mitchell said.

Is the Erie Zoo big?

Today, the zoo is 15 acres in size and home to more than 400 animals. The scenic Mill Creek cuts through the middle of the grounds making this one of the most beautiful zoos I’ve visited in Pennsylvania. Visits start near the historic entrance building that was built in 1930.

Does Erie Zoo have an aquarium?

You’ll enjoy visiting with nearly 400 animals in our collection as well as the 11 beautiful gardens throughout the park. The Erie Zoo is an accredited facility by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

Do I have to wear a mask at Erie Zoo?

Do you require masks? We would prefer our guests to wear masks when visiting the zoo. Masks bring an extra level of protection for our staff and animals (many who are susceptible to Covid-19). However, in compliance with CDC and PA state recommendations, masks are no longer required for vaccinated individuals.

How long does it take to walk through the Erie Zoo?

about 2 hours
Plan your Visit at the Erie Zoo The Erie Zoo is the perfect place to spend the day or just a few hours. A comfortable walk throughout the Erie Zoo and Botanical Garden takes about 2 hours. You’ll enjoy visiting with nearly 400 animals in our collection as well as the 11 beautiful gardens throughout the park.

Does the Akron Zoo drug test?

All Akron Zoo employees must pass a drug test and arrive on time for all shifts.

How long does it take to walk through Erie Zoo?

The Erie Zoo is the perfect place to spend the day or just a few hours. A comfortable walk throughout the Erie Zoo and Botanical Garden takes about 2 hours. You’ll enjoy visiting with nearly 400 animals in our collection as well as the 11 beautiful gardens throughout the park.