Beardsley Bart Says Spring Is Coming

Who needs Punxsutawney Phil when you have ‘Beardsley Bart?’ Beardsley Bart, Connecticut’s own Prognosticating Prairie Dog, dug out from a snowstorm early this morning to share his weather forecast with a small gathering of his friends. This year, he did not see his shadow, revealing that Connecticut will enjoy an early spring. “Beardsley Bart is … Read more

Sad News From The Beardsley Zoo

We are sad to announce that due to advanced age, declining health and quality of life considerations, the Zoo bid farewell to our North American bison, Sweetpea, through euthanasia. Sweetpea was born at the Zoo, and is remembered by her animal care staff and friends as a “gentle giant.” Animal Care Specialist and Zoo Registrar … Read more

Teddy Bear Fest At The Zoo

The Beardsley Zoo will host a Teddy Bear Fest on Saturday, Aug. 24 from 12-3 p.m. Bring your favorite teddy bear friend to the Zoo! This “beary” fun day will feature children’s crafts and storytelling focusing on Bear Awareness and the facts about real bears. FREE admission for children under age 12 who bring their … Read more

Beardsley Zoo Welcomes Rare Amur Leopard Cubs

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo, last week, announced the addition of two new, and extremely rare, Amur leopard cubs to their facility. The zoo reported that six-year-old Freya gave birth to three cubs on January 25. Two of the cubs, a male and female, survived. The third cub was euthanized due to maternal-induced injuries, according to zoo officials. The female cub has melanism, … Read more

It’s Happening At the Zoo: Meet The Two New Mexican Wolves

On Tuesday morning, Feb. 5, the Beardsley Zoo welcomed two young (2-year-old) male Mexican Wolves to join its 11-year-old spayed female. After they were introduced, the boys brought out the puppy in their older companion. They bounced around, ran after one another and seemed to have a great time. Although, during the playtime, the female did … Read more