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Not-So-Creepy Crawly Critters
October 16, 2020
October is the spooky season, but we hope to demystify these so called "creepy crawly" creatures and show you that these animals are actually quite fascinating!
Virtual Pumpkin Decorating Contest
September 30, 2020
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo invites YOU to participate in a Virtual Pumpkin Decorating Contest!
Golden Years at the Zoo
July 10, 2020
With modern veterinary medicine, nutrition science, successful care, and ever-evolving standards of husbandry - many animals living under human care at zoos can live comfortably well past the average lifespan of their wild counterparts.
Some like it hot!
May 29, 2020
Sunny warm weather is one of the things people love most about living in California, but when it comes to caring for animals, the Zoo takes some special precautions. How does Happy Hollow keep the animals cool during the hot weather?
Lemur Pup Naming Contest
May 20, 2020
Updated on Wednesday, June 3. Over 3,000 people voted to help name Happy Hollow's new female lemur pup.
Young donors make a big impact
May 15, 2020
Even as the world shifts and shudders due to COVID-19, heartening stories are everywhere — and maybe it’s no surprise that for Happy Hollow, some of the best anecdotes star young people.
Spring cleaning at the Zoo
May 8, 2020
It's that time of year - when most people begin their "spring cleaning" efforts. Learn how the Happy Hollow Zoo team cleans the American alligator exhibit.
May the 4th be with Zoo
May 4, 2020
During the temporary closure due to COVID-19, Happy Hollow continues to provide dedicated and professional care to the animals. This May the 4th, the animals and staff enjoyed some themed enrichment that we hope will put a smile on your face.
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo Heroes
April 27, 2020
Happy Hollow Park & Zoo is a place that many of us have visited with friends and family for decades. However, Happy Hollow is one of the many City facilities that has temporarily closed its doors to the public as the City complies with the Bay Area’s Stay-at-Home public health order to slow the spread of COVID-19. In the days leading up to the Stay-at-Home order being issued, Happy Hollow staff began adopting new safety precautions into their operations, including physical distancing, to comply with this new reality.
Happy Hollow welcomes pup in time for Earth Day
April 22, 2020
A critically endangered black and white ruffed lemur pup was born at Happy Hollow Park & Zoo just in time for Earth Day.