Category Archives: Research

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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