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Coming soon. Three words. Two animals. Any guesses? 💭🤔
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Stay tuned for an exciting animal update.

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Happy #TongueOutTuesday 👅

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We can't with these cuties. 😍 Look at those noses!
📸: Dawn

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Maybe they're born with it, maybe they're Mangalista pigs. 💖 These two curly girls are the newest residents of Russia's Grizzly Coast. Give them a wave during your next visit to the #MNZoo.

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Summer means the return of Wild Nights! An 18+ festival series presented by @BonfePlumbing. Come for one, some, or all five nights! Single-night tickets, Season Passes, and Flex Packages are now on sale. Learn more: https://t.co/P4IDdVSl6P

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Dino Hideout is open for the summer! This imaginative, outdoor play area is included with regular daytime admission and is perfect for explorers of all ages. 🦖 Plan your next visit today: https://t.co/vMv70fSkKl
Dino Hideout is presented by @xcelenergy

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They're baaack. 🦙 Llama Trek presented by Expedition Credit Union is open for the season! 🥳 It's a big weekend at the Zoo as we kick off our summer with extended hours, more daytime programs, and a season full of fun events! Plan your next visit today: https://t.co/vMv70fSkKl

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Earlier this month, Capers celebrated his 18th birthday!! The marine mammals team put together some enrichment and a few of his favorite snacks. 🦑🦐 Happy birthday, Capers! 🥰
📸: Michaela

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The Wings Credit Union World of Birds Show returns this weekend! Showing three times daily, May 25 – Labor Day, at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in the Amphitheater. Plan your visit today! https://t.co/ZPMIdvzpy6

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Exciting news! The piglets have made their appearance at the farm! This year's Farm Babies event presented by @AppleAutos was full of anticipation while waiting for their debut. Visit them during your next Zoo visit!
📸: Katie

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Summer hours at the Zoo start tomorrow! Beginning Saturday, May 25th, we'll be open until 6 pm. Plan your next visit today: https://t.co/vMv70fSkKl

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The Farm Babies event may be over, but that doesn't mean the fun is! You can still visit the farm for all summer, and sneak a peak at the babies you've heard so much about. This year's Farm Babies was presented by @AppleAutos and supported by @DakotaElec and @mallofamerica

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"The creature from the Zoo lagoon."
📸: Jenna

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The Farm Babies aren't the only babies you'll spot at the Zoo this season. 😍 (But they are pretty cute so we still recommend planning a visit for this last weekend of Farm Babies!! 🐑🐄🐐)

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Happy Mother's Day! 🤗

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This week, Minnesota Trail keepers celebrated the beaver kits' birthdays! (aka the "birthday beavs") And of course, treats for the parents, Randy and Gina too. 🦫💖
📸: Sarah

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"The plants are getting some exercise today." It's true, the plants (and the crocodiles) are real on the Tropics Trail. 🌿🪴🐊
📸: Tom

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Our POV vs Your POV at this weekend's Zoo After Hours. 🦭
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Get your tickets online here: https://t.co/zl5q0XV2BN
#MNZoo #MNZooAfterHours #AdultNightOut
Guest POV 📸: Alex

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It's time for another round of "Can You Spot It?!" Believe it or not, there IS a golden poison frog in this photo. Can you spot it?? 🧐
📸: Angela

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Tickets are nearly sold out for next month's Bears and Brews event, sponsored by the @mnlottery. Get yours before they're all gone! 🍻 https://t.co/1dxXNrO2ij