You’ll meet birds, mammals, amphibians, and reptiles! The Abilene Zoo is home to 127 different species.
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Our Whooping Cranes
The Whooping Crane (Grus americana) is the tallest bird in North America and is celebrated for its striking white plumage and distinctive, resonant call that can be heard over long distances.
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Our Coscoroba Swans
Coscoroba Swan or the scientific name is Coscoroba coscoroba. You can find this flock in the Wetlands Pond at the Abilene Zoo.
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Our Anteaters
Meet Benny and Demo, our giant anteaters! Learn more at the Abilene Zoo.
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Our African Lions
Meet the Pride of the Abilene Zoo. While lions may be at the top of the food chain, they are vulnerable.
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Our Ring-tailed Cats
The Ring-Tailed Cat (Bassariscus astutus), also known as the Ringtail, is a captivating nocturnal mammal known for its strikingly bushy tail adorned with alternating black and white bands.
Learn MoreThe Abilene Zoo is committed to ensuring that endangered species have a future in the wild.
Find Out HowWith more animals than anywhere else in West Texas, you're in for a WILD day at the Abilene Zoo
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