What’s New at the Zoo

Every day is different when working with live animals! There are always challenges to overcome and problems to solve, so our zoo staff must stay on their toes to provide the best care possible for our animals. This blog will give you a glimpse into the weekly adventures of our animal care staff. Learn more about animals in the Creation Museum and Ark Encounter zoos in the series Visit the Zoo with Karina!

What’s New at the Zoo Articles

  • Dec. 20, 2022

    Fall was a busy time for the zoos of Answers in Genesis!

  • Aug. 4, 2022

    June was a month full of animal babies for the Ararat Ridge Zoo at the Ark Encounter!

  • July 20, 2022

    Adventures continue at the zoos of Answers in Genesis! Summer brings many changes for our animals, including a change of habitat for our tortoise and birds.

  • June 2, 2022

    Our Eden Zoo critters have enjoyed the flowers blooming in our botanical gardens.

  • May 20, 2022

    Spring has sprung at the Ararat Ridge Zoo, and that means lots of babies—Philippine leaf insect babies, to be exact!

  • March 22, 2022

    In early February, Kentucky weathered a dangerous two-day ice storm. This brought a big challenge to our zookeepers.

  • Jan. 31, 2022

    Snowy winter weather has arrived at the zoos of Answers in Genesis.

  • Jan. 17, 2022

    One of the best parts of this season at our zoos is all the Christmas-themed animal enrichment.

  • Dec. 15, 2021

    The leaves continue to fall at the zoos of Answers in Genesis, and our animals simply love them! Dry, crunchy leaves are a favorite seasonal treat.

  • Nov. 10, 2021

    Fall is here at the zoos of Answers in Genesis—that means pumpkins galore! Pumpkins are a favorite treat for many of our zoo animals.

  • Oct. 6, 2021

    Last week at the zoo brought with it cooler weather.

  • Sept. 15, 2021

    During late August, we had the hottest week of the summer, with heat indexes over 100 degrees.

  • Sept. 1, 2021

    A new animal ambassador will be featured in our daily animal shows at the Ararat Ridge Zoo.