The zoo borrows its name from the Vilas' son, Henry, who died when he was young ... polar bears and harbor seals. There's also a children's zoo with a herd of goats, a zoo train and a carousel ...

The Dane County’s Henry Vilas Zoo announced on Thursday the arrival of the two male Cape porcupines, who are brothers.

WMTV spoke with a veterinarian from Henry Vilas Zoo who explained the steps the facility ... things we are doing right now.” Big cats and seals are also susceptible to the virus, she said.

MADISON, Wis. -- The Henry Vilas Zoo introduced some new additions on Thursday. Four meerkat pups were born last month to mom, Poppy, a zoo spokesperson said. This is Poppy's second litter within ...

MADISON, Wis. -- Some furry friends are joining the Henry Vilas Zoo. Two males Cape porcupines Hami and Nugget have cleared their quarantine period and are now visible to the public. They are located ...