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Mill Mountain Zoo

Conservation | Education | Destination

conservation

Mill Mountain Zoo is a refuge to animals that are critically endangered, vulnerable, or otherwise non-releasable due to injury or captive birth. Not only do we protect and preserve the health and viability of these vulnerable animals in our guardianship. MMZoo is the region's leader in wildlife conservation. Additionally, we participate in research and species survival programs.

upcoming events

May
10
Migratory Bird Day
Join us for Migratory Bird Day at the Zoo and listen to our chats about some of our migratory birds!
May
21
WotWS - Mammals
Join us for an exciting Walk on the Wild Side adventure, where our experienced educators will guide you through Mill Mountain’s trails in search of native mammals, exploring their unique adaptations, behaviors, and ecological roles before returning to the zoo to meet some of our mammal ambassadors up close!
May
24
Tasty Brunch with Turtles and Tortoises (BWTA 2025 Event)
Are you enchanted by the serene grace of our slow-moving reptilian friends? Join us for "Tasty Brunch with the Turtles and Tortoises"!

zoo News

The Latest News:
November 18, 2024

When you come into the zoo you may notice that some of our animals are not on exhibit, this is because the zoo is home to many tropical species that cannot stay out in the recent cold temperatures.

In The Media:
April 1, 2025
Mill Mountain Zoo Announces New Foxes at Zoo

Katie Harlow, Zoo Educator, goes on WDBJ7@4 to talk about Mill Mountain Zoo's new fox residents and all the animals going on exhibit with the warmer weather.

Press Release:
May 5, 2025
Mill Mountain Zoo Presents: The Skyline Stage

Mill Mountain Zoo is thrilled to announce our latest capital project, the Skyline Stage! The Skyline Stage Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be held on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 at 10:30 A.M. and is open to the public with regular zoo admission.

Blog:
May 10, 2025
“Shared Spaces: Creating Bird-Friendly Cities and Communities,” is theme of World Migratory Bird Day 2025

Global wildlife campaign calls for urgent action to create and protect green spaces, reduce bird collisions, light pollution, and habitat loss.

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