Perhaps some of our visitors have already had a chance to see the playful puma cubs –the offspring of our caring mother puma, Anda.
The cubs were born on February 23, 2026. There are four of them – two males and two females. Their mother, Anda, is a young puma…
05/05/2026
All over the world, April 27 is celebrated annually as World Tapir Day. This day was first celebrated in 2008. Its purpose is to draw attention to the need to protect these unique animals.
Tapirs (Tapirus) are among the most ancient mammals that have survived to the present day. Their…
30/04/2026
On April 28, 2026, a ceremonial gathering of the staff took place in the zoo’s conference hall to mark the anniversary. 125 years ago, the history of Mykolaiv Zoo began – an institution that has become a true decoration and pride of our city, its business card and a tourist…
30/04/2026
April 26 marks the anniversary of Mykolaiv Zoo – we are 125!
The history of Mykolaiv Zoo is a story of challenges and achievements, victories and tragedies, success and trials.
Mykolaiv Zoo traces its 125-year history back to 1901, when Mykola Pavlovych Leontovych’s private aquarium was opened to the public.…
28/04/2026
On April 28, 2026, the zoo will operate as follows:
opening time - 9:00 AM;
closing time - 3:00 PM;
ticket office hours - from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
27/04/2026
Mykolaiv Zoo reached out to caring residents with a request for help in cleaning large ponds from silt deposits. In response to our appeal, two organizations joined us – the “Second Breath” Narcological Center and the Center for Reintegration of Homeless People, who helped us with the cleanup today!
We…
08/04/2026
April 1 – International Bird Day (Ornithologist’s Day)
Bird Day in Ukraine is celebrated every year on April 1 to draw attention to the protection of birds. On this day, schoolchildren and adults make and hang birdhouses and feeders. Environmental campaigns, contests, and educational events about different bird species are…
01/04/2026
From March 20 to 23, 2026, the 13th annual meeting of zoo enthusiasts and collectors of zoo-related materials, “ZooFanatika”, took place at Zoological garden Hluboká nad Vltavou (Czech Republic).
This event was dedicated to supporting Ukrainian zoos, which continue to face difficult circumstances. After the initial wave of solidarity, the…
28/03/2026
