31 Aug 2023

Volunteer for Pints for Preservation 2023

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (August 31, 2023) — Shout out for volunteers! On Friday, September 22, Niabi Zoo (13010 Niabi Zoo Rd, Coal Valley) will host its biggest fundraiser of the year, Pints for Preservation! This event kicks off the campaign to bring Bears to the Zoo! In order to transform the Zoo into the social venue of the season for adults, we will need many volunteers to help set up and operate drink stations throughout the night.

28 Jul 2023

Second Annual Bi-CAN Backyard Bee Blitz July 28-30

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (July 28, 2023) — Nature lovers in the QC Region — especially those that love pollinators — are invited to get outside and snap pictures of any insect seen visiting a flower. Then, upload your findings to iNaturalist.

25 Jul 2023

Members Only Night, July 27, Canceled

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (July 25, 2023) — We appreciate your continued support and enthusiasm for our zoo, which allows us to bring you exclusive events like Members Only Night. However, we would like to let you know that due to the extreme weather forecast for Thursday, we have decided to cancel our Members Only Night event scheduled for that day.

17 Jul 2023

Niabi Zoo Welcomes Its Newest Species. African Painted Dogs

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (July 17, 2023) — The Niabi Zoo is excited to welcome its newest inhabitants to the Quad Cities: Three African Painted Dogs Lycaon pictus. This incredible species is a native of the grasslands of East Africa, and has never been housed at the Niabi Zoo before. African Painted Dogs are highly intelligent and social keystone species in Africa. Like North American Wolves, play a critical role in the health of their ecosystem.

17 Apr 2023

Niabi Zoo Foundation Invites Public to Party with a Purpose on Thursday, May 4, at the Rust Belt in East Moline

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLINOIS (April 17, 2023) — This event will feature entertainment by renowned show band Maggie Speaks.

Guests will enjoy an unforgettable evening of music, while also contributing to the vital work of the zoo. The concert will feature special appearances by Niabi Zoo staff and the Foundation Board, to provide an up-close look at the organization's new master plan.

07 Mar 2023

Niabi Zoo Animals Receive COVID Vaccine

By Niabi Zoo

COAL VALLEY, ILLLINOIS (March 7, 2023) — A group of Niabi Zoo animals, ranging from Amur Leopards to Fennec foxes, have received the first and second rounds of the Veterinary COVID Vaccine, produced and donated by the pharmaceutical company Zoetis.

05 Oct 2018

Breakfast with the Bats

By Niabi Zoo

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31 Aug 2018

Breakfast with the Reptiles

By Niabi Zoo
24 Aug 2018

Fall Zoo Camps & Classes

By Niabi Zoo
04 Apr 2018

Surviving Summer Zoo Camp

By Niabi Zoo
In the heat of the summer, survival can be challenging for many animals as they deal with increased temperatures and protected resources such as water and territory. Find out how animals stay cool and see if they have what it takes to be a survivor.

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