Step into the Arctic Tundra for a birthday party for our polar bear twins, Astra and Laerke!
Polar Bear Keeper Chats, daily at 11:45 a.m.
Join us for a Keeper Chat at 11:45 a.m. Learn about Astra and Laerke, how we care for them at the zoo, and what you can do to help polar bears in the wild. You'll hear about what it takes to provide these magnificent creatures with a safe and enriching environment.
All the Birthday Treats
Watch Astra and Laerke receive special birthday treats and enrichments!
Awesome Adaptations and more
Examine the paws, teeth, and claws of a polar bear to discover how well adapted they are for their frozen Arctic home.
Discover how researchers track polar bears in the Arctic through the interactive Polar Bear Tracker map.
