If you haven’t already heard, the Bronx Zoo is excited to be welcoming back visitors! After months of being closed, we’re sure the zoo’s 8,000 animals have missed people watching as much as we’ve missed animal watching! And with 265 acres of hardwood forest and limited ticket sales each day, the zoo is the perfect place to get some fresh air and still practice social distancing. We’re excited to share the health and safety precautions and protocols the zoo now has in place for your next visit. Plus, we’re happy to share a 20% discount on membership for all Bronxmama readers!
Health & Safety Precautions
In order to facilitate social distancing and reduce the likelihood of crowding, the Bronx Zoo is selling a reduced number of tickets each day, creating one-way paths throughout the park, and implementing contactless interactions.
The park is also being continuously cleaned, and more sanitizing stations are now available throughout the zoo for frequent hand washing.
What You Can Expect to See
If you’re wondering what exhibits you can see right now at the zoo, use the animal guide below to plan out your visit. While you’re there, make sure to say hello to some of your favorite animals from Animal Planet’s THE ZOO!
African Plains
What You’ll See:
African Wild Dogs, Blue-winged Goose, Giraffe, Lions, Nyala, Ostrich, Spotted Hyena, Zebras
American Bison
What You’ll See:
American Bison
Baboon Reserve
What You’ll See:
Gelada Baboon, Nubian Ibex, Rock Hyrax
Big Bears
What You’ll See:
Grizzly Bear
Children’s Zoo
What You’ll See:
Alligator, Alpaca, Anteater, Catfish, Cavies, Coati, Donkey, Duck, Fennec Fox, Flamingos, Goats, Heron, Otter, Owl, Parakeets, Pig, Porcupine, Prairie Dog, Pudu, Rabbit, Sheep, Sloth, Tarantula, Turkey, Turtle, Zebu
Himalayan Highlands
What You’ll See:
Snow Leopard, Red Panda, White-napped Crane
Sea Lion Pool
What You’ll See:
California Sea Lion
Wild Asia Monorail
What You’ll See:
Babirusa, Barasingha Deer, Blackbuck Antelope, Brow Antlered Deer, Elephants, Formosan Sika Deer, Gaur, Himalayan Tahr, Hog Deer, Indian Muntjack, Indian Rhino, Malayan Tiger, Markhor, Muntjac Deer, Nilgai Antelope, Przewalski’s Horse, Red Panda, Sambar Deer, Spotted Axis Deer, Tufted Deer
Be sure to check out the Know Before You Go page to find updated information on what exhibits are currently open.
Tickets & Membership
Living through a pandemic in New York City hasn’t been easy, especially for those without backyards to enjoy the outdoors. Families are venturing out to find outside fun where they can still practice social distancing, and we’re happy that the Bronx Zoo has been working hard to give us a safe escape. Don’t forget to also visit the Know Before You Go page to find updated information on what to expect. Please note, all date-specific tickets must be reserved in advance for all guests, including Members.
To reserve date-specific tickets to visit the zoo, head to ticketing.wcs.org.
We’re also excited to share a special code for Bronxmama readers who are interested in becoming a Member! Bronxmama readers can receive 20% off Family Zoos Plus Membership with promo code BRONXMAMA20. To take advantage of this offer, head to www.bronxzoo.com.
Discount applies to Family Zoos PLUS Membership products only — no other memberships are eligible for discount. Not applicable towards prior purchases; no cash back or credit will be issued. Cannot be combined with any other discount or promotion. Discount code must be entered at the time of checkout. Online transactions only. Valid for first—time Member enrollment only. Offer ends 8/31/2020 at 11:59pm. All sales final. No refunds or exchanges.
We hope everyone is staying safe during this time, and we are happy to continue to give you fun and safe ideas for you and your family!
This is a sponsored post. As always, all opinions reflected are our own.