With the construction of a new animal hospital now underway, find out what animal is coming to the Akron Zoo next.

The Akron Zoo said a difficult decision was recently made to humanely euthanize a 9-year-old electric eel. Last week, the zoo shared pictures on social media detailing the tedious task of transporting ...

Akron Zoo CEO and President Doug Piekarz talks with the animals and even a reporter about his love for critters, vision for ...

The Akron Zoo is moving some of its birds out of their outdoor habitats after cases of bird flu were detected in Ohio, the zoo announced Thursday. According to the zoo's post, the birds are being ...

AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - The Akron Zoo’s new animal hospital means healthy animals — but also a healthy zoo — one that’s grown almost tenfold in the last thirty years. The new animal hospital ...

AKRON, Ohio (WJW) – The Akron Zoo is offering free admission to visitors who spread awareness against child abuse. In partnership with Summit County Children Services, the Akron Zoo is hosting ...

Summit County Historical Society is hosting a hike and ceremony to commemorate the 225th birthday of abolitionist John Brown ...

A jaguar play toy is among the featured art pieces of the free exhibition. CANTON − Lions, tigers and cool artwork, oh my! The Akron Zoo and ArtsinStark are collaborating on an unusual art show that ...

The Akron Zoo is practically home for Doug Piekarz. There was little question that the president and CEO of the Akron Zoo would end up here. He was always interested in and fascinated by nature ...