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Cat Canyon Opens at the Cincinnati Zoo
The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden recently opened its newest exhibit – Cat Canyon. Originally opened in 1934 as Tiger Grotto, major renovations now allow visitors to see the Zoo’s big cats closer than ever before. One of the highlights features … Continue reading
Posted in Animal Health, Cincinnati Zoo, Conservation, Enrichment, Exhibits, Tigers, Wildlife, Zoo Tagged Bengal Tigers, Cat Canyon, Cincinnato Zoo, Exhibits, Malayan Tigers, Snow Leopards Leave a comment
Cincinnati Zoo’s Sumatran Rhino is a Dad
The International Rhino Foundation (IRF) and the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden announced the birth of a baby boy Sumatran rhino. The calf was born to mother, Ratu, a 12-year-old Sumatran rhino living at the Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary in Indonesia’s … Continue reading
Posted in Animal Health, Cincinnati Zoo, Conservation, Research, Rhino, Wildlife Tagged Andalas, Cincinnati Zoo, International Rhino Foundation, Sumatran Rhino Leave a comment
Elephant Undergoes Successful Eye Surgery
C’sar, the North Carolina Zoo’s oldest male elephant and one of the park’s most well-known animals, underwent successful cataract surgery for the second time in six months recently, an unusual procedure for elephants. The 38-year-old African bull has been a … Continue reading
Cheetah Cubs Transferred to the National Zoo
Three weeks after their unconventional and rocky entrance into the world, two three-week-old cheetahs were transported to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo in good health, thanks to the hard work and swift actions of animal care staff at the Smithsonian Conservation … Continue reading
Marine Mammal Rescue Assistance Grant Program Faces Uncertain Future
The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center’s aquarium recently learned that it had been awarded two NOAA grants from the prestigious John H. Prescott Marine Mammal Rescue Assistance Grant Program, the only direct source of federal funds for marine mammal stranding … Continue reading
Meet the Veterinary Technician: Alison Mott at the Sacramento Zoo
Describe your job: I am a Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) at the Sacramento Zoo’s Murray E. Fowler Veterinary Hospital. I assist the veterinarians in all aspects of medical care, this includes care for any hospitalized animals and the Zoo’s newest … Continue reading
Posted in Animal Health, AZA, People, Profiles, Sacramento Zoo, Zoo Tagged Animal Health, Operant Conditioning, Sacramento Zoo, Veterinary Technician 1 Comment
California Condor Chick Gets Help Hatching at Oregon Zoo
Two days after it first tried to hatch from its egg, the Oregon Zoo’s newest California condor successfully made its way into the world on 29 March. This second chance at life was made possible by condor keeper Kelli Walker, … Continue reading
Posted in Animal Health, Condor, Conservation, Oregon Zoo, Wildlife, Zoo Tagged Birds, Condor, conservation, Hatching, Oregon Zoo Leave a comment
Meet the Animal Curator: Liz Hile at the Living Desert in Palm Springs
Describe your job: As Curator of Animals, I manage Animal Department personnel and the animal collection, but not on the front lines like the Keepers do. I am responsible for the overall health and welfare of the animal collection. I … Continue reading
Posted in Animal Health, Animal Management, Exhibits, Living Desert, People, Profiles, Zoo Tagged Animal Management, curator, Living Desert Leave a comment
Leap for Amphibians with FrogWatch USA
With Leap Year adding an extra day to your calendar, take a giant leap for amphibians by joining FrogWatch USA, the flagship citizen science program of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). FrogWatch USA allows individuals and families to … Continue reading
Posted in Amphibian, AZA, Conservation, Research, Wildlife Tagged Amphibians, citizen science, Frog Watch USA, Frogs, Volunteer 1 Comment
Meet the Director of Animal Operations: Pete Mohan at the Akron Zoological Park
Describe your job: Oversight of animal husbandry at Akron Zoological Park. How long have you been in the position? Two years What in your background helped you get the job? Previous management experience What’s your favorite thing about job? Participating in exhibit … Continue reading
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