National Zoo Pandas looking forward to Spring
Everyone here in the David M.Rubenstein Family Giant Panda Habitat is eager for
spring to finally arrive. Even the pandas seem less interested in the snow with each
winter storm, spending less time playing in it than they did earlier in the winter.
As the last of the winter’s snow and ice finally melt away, we can look forward to
Bao Bao playing in her yard in the very near future. The yards are cub-proofed and
ready whenever she and Mei Xiang go out. But before Bao Bao can venture outside, we
have to finish the construction on the fence between Mei Xiang and Tian Tian’s
outdoor panda yards, which will be very soon. View more about the Pandas and watch the Panda Cam.
Playtime for Baby Gorillas
Baby gorillas Patty and Nayembi are getting plenty of play in as they grow at Regenstein Center for African Apes. Curator of Primates Maureen Leahy explains the importance of play for gorilla development in this special video.
The Penguins & Polar Bears are going to be happy
Lincoln Park Zoo unveils two State-of-the-Art Exhibits for the polar bears and penguins.
In 2016 the north side of the zoo will get a brand-new look. This $22 million effort will inspire natural behaviors–and new views–for two of the zoo’s best-loved species. See All the Details
Spring Zoo Camp at Santa Barbara Zoo
It is a great time to be a kid 🙂
Spring Discovery Camp: Ages 3-5
Colors of Nature
If you could be any color, what would it be? Discover the whole rainbow of animals at the Zoo.
Spring Safari Camp: Ages 6-9
Life in the Zoo
How much food does an elephant eat in a day? Why do some exhibits have tall fences and others don’t? Discover the answers to these questions and more as you learn what goes on behind the scenes to keep the Zoo open and the animals happy.
NightCrawlers at Zoo Atlanta
Travel behind-the-scenes
As the sun sets and Zoo Atlanta closes its gates for the evening, you and your family can go behind-the-scenes to see what happens in the Zoo after hours! Spend the night at a NightCrawler overnight for a nocturnal adventure that you and your family will never forget!
Bring your own group of ten or more to Group NightCrawlers
Go Wild on Valentine’s Day
Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo invites you to add a little Wild to your Valentine’s Day at our Wild at Heart Event 2013. Indulge yourself with food, drink, animal encounters, entertainment, and a fabulous silent auction with lots of love! Dress up in your finest cocktail attire and treat yourself to tantalizing appetizers served alongside a tasty food station. For a sweet ending to the night, enjoy chocolate fondue courtesy of The Melting Pot in Darien. NOTE: This is an adults only event. $75 per person. Tickets are limited. To purchase, please contact Emily Bobowick at (203) 394-6569 or ebobowick@beardsleyzoo.org.
Explore the Lincoln Zoo after Hours
Ever wonder what happens when Lincoln Park Zoo closes for the night? On January 18, families with kids ages 5-12 can share an Evening Encounter–or spend the night, if they’d like–with Sleep Under the Skyscrapers: Indoor Overnight. Sign up for this exclusive experience.
Raptor Project soars to the Brevard Zoo
Visit the Raptors – Brevard Zoo January 19-21, 2013
Brevard Zoo will host a three-day special exhibit featuring impressive birds of prey January 19-21, 2013, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. The exhibit, called The Raptor Project, will feature 15 to 20 raptors from all over the world, plus a chance to see a few take flight and learn about these amazing birds from master falconer and wildlife rehabilitator for more than 40 years, Jonathan Wood. Wood will host two shows each day at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. inside the Nyami Nyami River Lodge. The exhibit is free with paid Zoo admission.
Wood’s collection includes eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls, representative from every habitat on the planet including the arctic, desert, rainforest, wetlands, prairie, woodlands, and tundra. Although many of his flock have permanent handicaps barring them from re-entry into the wild, these flaws are hard to detect. Today they have been tamed and trained as charming ambassadors of the species.
You won’t want to miss this outstanding exhibit! For more info visit:Â http://www.brevardzoo.org
Do you love zoo train?
Sign up for the Conductors Club and enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at Emmett, the Santa Barbara Zoo’s newest locomotive, meet the Zoo’s conductors, and learn everything there is to know about how the trains work!
Visit sbzoo.org or contact Joey Corazza at (805) 962-5339, ext.110 or jcorazza@sbzoo.org to learn more.
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