A giant otter born at Parken Zoo in Eskilstuna has now been released into the wild in Argentina. Nanay and his family are part of an international conservation project that is working to reestablish the giant otter in Iberá – one of the world’s largest wetlands. The release is a concrete example of the role modern zoos can play in […]

There are places that are more than just a building. Places where generations have danced, laughed, met and created memories together. Folkan in Eskilstuna is one such place. This autumn, Parken Zoo is reopening the doors to the classic entertainment palace and letting a new era begin. On the programme are dance band nights, dinner shows with Wallmans and Christmas buffets with [...]

Have you ever dreamed of getting really close to a kangaroo? Now you can do just that at Parken Zoo! In our new walk-through enclosure for eastern grey kangaroos, you get the opportunity to step into the kangaroos' area and experience the animals in a whole new way – on their terms. An experience out of the ordinary When you step in to […]

Elegant, agile and incredibly rare. The Amur leopard is one of the world's most endangered cat species, and at Parken Zoo you can encounter this fascinating leopard up close. In the wild, it is estimated that only around 100 Amur leopards remain. Therefore, every single individual is vital for the future of the species. A leopard for the cold climate The Amur leopard lives in temperate mixed forests in southeastern Russia and […]