Happy World Rhino Day! 🦏 Today, we’re celebrating Tamba and Jasiri, the two southern white rhinos who call the Detroit Zoo home. Southern white rhinos are the second-largest land mammals, weighing up to 5,000 pounds — but despite their size, they can run up to 30 mph! They have poor eyesight but an excellent sense of smell and hearing, which helps them navigate their surroundings. Sadly, all five rhino species are threatened by poaching and habitat loss. Days like today remind us how important

704 reactions · 237 shares | Take a ride on the wild side during Bike Safari at the Detroit Zoo this Aug. 11! Grab your bike and helmet and enjoy this exclusive opportunity to ride through the Detroit Zoo after hours from 6 to 9 p.m. Cyclists of all ages will love this speedy way of seeing their favorite animals. TICKETS: https://bit.ly/3QamcIx | Detroit Zoo | Facebook

Detroit’s brightest tradition is BACK with select dates from Nov. 22 - Jan. 4! Here’s what awaits you at Wild Lights, presented by Michigan First Credit Union... ✨ Feast your eyes on 500 animal- and nature-inspired light displays, including a NEW Enchanted Rainforest Trail 🔥 Warm your hands by the fire pit, sip hot cocoa and snack as you stroll 🎶 Pop-up performances and music throughout the trail 📷 Enjoy interactive elements and photo ops to capture lifetime memories. Bring the people you lov

Sunset at the Zoo is back! The Detroit Zoological Society’s Sunset at the Zoo fundraiser will be held Friday, August 27 from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. The “Future is Bright”-themed 21-and-older gala features food, drinks, live entertainment and an auction with “zoonique” prizes. Limited tickets available: https://detroitzoo.org/events/zoo-events/ | Detroit Zoo

3K views · 137 reactions | The fun starts NOW! From larger-than-life brick animal sculptures to drinks at sunset, the Detroit Zoo is the hottest place to be this summer. Visit our website to see our full event lineup: https://bit.ly/2uC09Qd | Detroit Zoo | Facebook