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A bison will be joined by a breeding female as the Abilene Zoo returns the iconic ruminant to the Big Country.

ABILENE, Texas — The Abilene Zoo is helping the community celebrate Valentine's Day with multiple opportunities to support a loved one as well as the zoo. Couples and families can purchase a Woo ...

Jan. 30—ABILENE — Abilene Zoo has announced the arrival of two American bison, bringing one of North America's most iconic species back to the Abilene community. Just one century ago ...

The Abilene Zoo welcomes the return of bison after their removal in 2011. The first bison reintroduced, Uno, was donated by the Weilert family and is viewable to the public. Zoo officials hope ...

The Abilene Zoo is celebrating zebras Shinda and Maadili for International Zebra Day. The zoo showcased their one-of-a-kind strip patterns and emphasized just how unique their patterns are.

Valentine's Day just got wild at the Abilene Zoo. Create unforgettable memories with your loved ones through exclusive animal ...

ABILENE, Texas — Want to send a fun digital e-card to a loved one for Valentine's Day and support the animals at the Abilene Zoo - you can with the zoo's new Boops and Booties fundraiser campaign.