Zoo staff say the female hawk and female turkey vulture share food, preen each other and have even attempted to raise eggs.

The Queen gets to tell everyone what to do, and she chooses a few males to breed with, we believe,” says Kerns. “However, she can have one of the largest litters of any mammals, over 30 babies at a ...

Radiant heaters, frost-free drinkers and extra bedding are some of the ways Beardsley Zoo staff protect the animals.

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is offering a limited-edition 2026 calendar for $25, with shipping included. Proceeds from sales will support animal care and conservation work at the Zoo, per a Facebook ...

After a contentious race between five different animals, Logan the Amazon River turtle ambled to victory and was announced as Beardsley Zoo’s new mayor. “Logan’s quiet determination and thoughtful ...

Beardsley Zoo has brought in a partner for Ponya, the red panda. Pilatus, a one-year-old male red panda, has arrived from Chattanooga Zoo as part of the Red Panda Species Survival Plan and he will ...

Pilatus, a one-year-old male red panda, is coming to Bridgeport from Chattanooga, Tennessee. He made the journey north as a part of the Red Panda Species Survival Plan, a nationwide conservation ...

A beloved tradition returned to Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport on Saturday. Terror charge filed in Jan. 6 case Can't-miss play: 67-yard field goal! Cam Little delivers ...

Beardsley Zoo reopens its rainforest building with new animals Officials describe the building as a celebration to "the stunning beauty of our animals, the lush nature of the tropics, and the zoo's ...

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. — As Connecticut experienced extreme heat this week, staff members at the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport found some ways to keep themselves and the animals cool. “So we come in, and the ...

The Beardsley Zoo announced their reopening of the rainforest building with a new space and new animals. They started construction in the wintertime and have recently finished the refresh. Stream ...

Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo announced a celebration for Ponya the Red Panda’s first birthday that includes a birthday-themed fundraiser, according to organizers. The fundraiser will support her care ...