An ice-cold cup of water, a fountain to splash around in, and an ice pop to eat under the blistering July sun. Those ...

While the companionship might seem surprising, zoos have been pairing sibling-less cheetah cubs with dogs for decades to ...

ROANOKE, Va. – There’s a new face making a splash at Mill Mountain Zoo! Meet Judy, a two-year-old Asian small-clawed otter ...

Have you ever wanted to meet one of the largest species of tortoise in the world? Well, look no further than the new, ...

Every king needs a magic cloak, especially the members of the royal court at the Richmond Metro Zoo! Birthday celebrations traditionally include cake, ice cream, and party decorations. However, if ...

The poll results are in, and the name of the Metro Richmond Zoo ‘s baby pygmy hippo is Petunia! The zoo received 18,963 votes in the naming poll. Iris is seen with Petunia.

Metro Richmond Zoo has a new unique experience, meet-and-greet with viral pygmy hippo star Poppy and her mom, Iris.

Two cases of H5 bird flu have been reported at the Metro Richmond Zoo, marking the first positive test in the zoo’s 30-year history.

CHESTERFIELD COUNTY, Virginia (WTVR) — The Metro Richmond Zoo announced “The Poppy Pygmy Hippo Experience” on Tuesday, which gives visitors a chance for up-close and personal encounters with ...

After Poppy, the Metro Richmond Zoo’s newest baby pygmy hippo became a viral sensation on social media, she and her mother are now on view each day through a livestream.