Red River Zoo

Pied Tamarins Settle into Life at Red River Zoo

The zoo is one of only seven in the United States to host the critically endangered species.

This is Peanut Butter.FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The Red River Zoo recently brought in a critically endangered species – and guests are loving the addition. The zoo announced the acquisition of two pied tamarins, a monkey species from Brazil, on August 19. Noah and Peanut Butter are still technically in quarantine but are visible in the zoo’s Discovery Barn. The…

West Fargo Police Department Helps Free Owl from Soccer Net

The department says that the Red River Zoo was largely responsible for ensuring the bird's safety.

WEST FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – The West Fargo Police Department is giving an update on an owl they had a hand in rescuing from a soccer net. The owl became entangled in the net at Sheyenne High School on Monday, August 18. Not knowing what to do, someone on scene called WFPD, who dispatched a community resource officer to the…

Endangered pied tamarins “Noah” and “Peanut Butter” Join Red River Zoo

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Two members of a critically endangered world monkey species have arrived at Red River Zoo. The pied tamarins have been given the names “Noah” and “Peanut Butter”. They are currently completing a standard quarantine period in the Zoo’s Discovery Center. They come from a small region in Brazil and face threats from habitat loss, urban development…

Folks Run Wild for the Red River Zoo

Participants could choose from a 5k, a mile, or a half mile to walk or run.

FARGO, N.D. – Runners and walkers laced up their shoes early Saturday morning to get their steps in and raise money for the local zoo. The event was titled “Running Wild for the Red River Zoo” and it kicked off at 8 A.M. 200 people signed up in total, getting to choose between a 5k, 1 mile, or half mile…

Red River Zoo Offers ‘Critter Camp’ for Young, Curious Minds

The Critter age range is from 4 to 6.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – “Critter camp is a really adorable one, because it’s for four-to-six-year-olds, so it’s really their first dip into what it’s like to be at zoo camp,” explained Sally Mulvena, president and CEO of the Red River Zoo. “It’s especially designed to make sure the kids are really comfortable, because it’s the first time for many of…

Celebrating Father’s Day in the F-M Area

There were plenty of great deals for Dad if you knew where to look.

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR)- It is Father’s Day, and many businesses in the region offering special promotions to help families celebrate the dads in their lives. Junkyard Brewing Company in West Fargo teamed up with Sandy’s Donuts for a giveaway. Each dad that stopped in for a drink also received a free donut. They said it was a natural partnership, with…

Safety Safari at Red River Zoo

Admission to the park was free in order to get as many children in to learn about safety as possible.

Law enforcement officials interact with children at the Safety Safari.FARGO, N.D. – The Red River Zoo threw open its doors on Saturday to showcase a different kind of exhibition – one about safety. The zoo held its annual Safety Safari, sponsored by Sanford Health. There were demonstrations that showed the efficacy of bike helmets and other safety equipment, plus law…

Red River Zoo honors longtime volunteer

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Wendy Trottier had volunteered at the zoo since the early days, helping to support the zoo in any way she could. Trottier passed away in March, and in recognition of her passion, the zoo named their Wendy Trottier Discovery Center in her honor. Zoo President Sally Mulvena said that this was the perfect way to remember…