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June 7 to 8, 6 to 9:30 p.m.Zoo Brew is back!
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Zoo news
Zoo welcomes ultra-rare sihek kingfishers
The Oregon Zoo is home to many critically endangered species, but perhaps none as rare as its newest arrivals: a trio of sihek kingfishers.April 25, 2024
Jolene turns 2: Zoo to celebrate orangutan's 2nd birthday
The littlest member of the orangutan family is celebrating a big milestone this week: Jolene will turn 2 on Saturday.April 12, 2024
Seven chicks and counting: Zoo welcomes first condors of 2024
Seven fluffy chicks hatched last month at the Oregon Zoo’s Jonsson Center for Wildlife Conservation.April 5, 2024
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