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A new sky-high attraction is coming soon to Columbia’s popular zoo. Take a look

In our Inside Look stories, The State's journalists take you inside places around South Carolina that you maybe haven't seen before. Read more. Story idea? statenews@thestate.com. Visitors to one of ...
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Pair of gorilla brothers to bid farewell to Riverbanks Zoo

COLUMBIA — A pair of brother gorillas born at Riverbanks Zoo will bid the Midlands farewell as they move on to assist in a national relocation program. Moyo and ZaKota were born in 2018 as Riverbanks ...
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What’s that above the Saluda River? Columbia zoo’s Skyline ride takes flight

The Saluda Skyride carries a rider over the Saluda River from the zoo to the botanical gardens on Thursday, August 28, 2025. After years of discussion, planning and construction, it is now possible to ...
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She's tall and was born in Miami. Here's what else to know about Riverbanks Zoo's new giraffe.

COLUMBIA — Riverbanks Zoo and Garden has welcomed its newest long-necked animal. Tahini, a 2-year-old reticulated giraffe, arrived at the zoo Dec. 23 and has been getting adjusted to life at her new ...
The State

Brother gorillas leaving Columbia’s Riverbanks Zoo. When is last day to see them?

Brother gorillas born at Riverbanks Zoo in 2018 will be relocated to Dallas Zoo next month. The reason? It’s time for them to move out of their parents house and meet some primates their own age. The ...
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The History of Riverbanks Zoo

Riverbanks Zoo and Garden is one of the most successful mid-sized zoos in the United States. Since opening in April 1974, Riverbanks has won a number of awards for exhibit design, breeding programs ...