Riga ZOO
Night of History at the Riga Zoo with the support of the Inquiry service 1188
15/05/2013
In the evening hours of Saturday, May 18, the event “Night of History at the Zoo” will take place in the zoo for the second time. During the event the visitors of the zoo will have the opportunity to explore the buildings that are one hundred years old, hear old tales and legends, learn about the difficulties the zoo had to face in the beginning of the previous century and to find out how this wonderful island of nature in the city was created and how it flourished.
Animal Family Days on May 11 and 12 from 12:00 to 16:00
09/05/2013
The Animal Family Days is an annual event and this is the 11th time it takes place at the Riga Zoo. The zoo is a home to many different animals from all over the world, and one of the aims of this event is to raise awareness about the diversity of animal families. Several of the animal families have prepared pleasant surprises for both the employees and the visitors of the zoo.
Latvian Reptile Days – a Dedication to Snakes!
16/04/2013
On April 20-21, the Latvian Reptile days will be organized at the Riga Zoological garden, where the visitors will have the chance to learn more about the diversity and lifestyle of reptiles in Latvia. Thus, the zoo will clear prejudice and myths that are widespread in the society, especially regarding attitude towards snakes.
May Snakes be Your Friends in the Year of Snake!
15/04/2013
On April 19, at 13:00, the display of amphibians and reptiles of Latvia will finally be opened after the long winter. The amphibians and reptiles spent the winter hibernating in the zoo’s former restaurant’s wine-cellar.
Bird Days 2013 at Riga ZOO
03/04/2013
Even though the winter is reluctant to leave, the spring is slowly and steadily coming. After the Easter snowstorm our ears are eager to hear tits and thrushes singing. Also sparrows at the zoo are fighting for every feather that could be used to line their nests, or they just keep an eye on the camel enclosure, waiting for the moment when the large animal is going to shed its winter coat. Cranes with their graceful courtship dances and peacocks with their magnificent tails tell us that it’s high time to make birdhouses.
The Larks are Singing at the Riga Zoo affiliate Cīruļi
02/04/2013
Even though the spring is coming reluctantly this year, lively activities are already taking place at the Riga Zoo affiliate “Cīruļi”. Highland cattle calf and Galloway cattle calf have been born. Also the bear Toms has awoken from his winter slumber and returned to his usual preoccupation – he’s keeping a watchful eye on both the employees and visitors of the Riga Zoo Affiliate “Cīruļi”.
During the course of thee years, the little crocodiles have become 35 times heavier
20/03/2013
Three and a half years ago, when five dwarf crocodiles arrived in the Riga Zoo from the Pilsen Zoo, they could easily fit into the palm of a hand. A year later, it was still amusing to watch as the crocodiles, that at the time weighed less than a kilogram, tried to defend themselves by biting intruding hands. However, now the thickest gloves and the most trustworthy assistants were sought before weighing the animals, because these reptiles grow unbelievably fast.
Tropical Month opening conference on February 1
30/01/2013
On Friday, February 1, at 13:00 the Tropical Month opening conference will take place in the Tropical house with an active participation of snakes themselves.
Tropical Month 2013 – It’s All About SNAKES!
29/01/2013
This is the eleventh year when the Tropical Month takes place at the Riga Zoo. Since according to the Chinese zodiac this is the year of snake, the main theme of the Tropical Month will be the terrifying and at the same time intriguing reptiles – snakes.
Winter Nights at the Riga Zoo until January 27
19/01/2013
The Winter Nights, where the visitors have the opportunity to enjoy both the arctic cold and the tropical warmth between 16:00 and 19:00 only for a fee of 1 Ls, will continue only until January 27. You only need to choose comfortable shoes and clothes suitable for the weather conditions, and you are set to have fun! Until now (from December 14 to January 15) more than 11 000 people have visited the zoo during the hours of the evening.
