When people think of lemurs they usually think of Ring-Tailed Lemurs. They can be found all around the world in zoological institutions and they can be seen in various movies. Due to their popularity, people assume they are safe from extinction. However, two studies have been published recently that suggest the iconic Ring-Tailed Lemur could be headed for extinction and soon. Both studies, one in Primate Conservation and one in Folia Primatologica, project that there are only 2,000-2,400 lemurs leftRead more
Our Journey to AZA Accreditation!
The acronym AZA has been mentioned on the blog several times. Sherry goes to the AZA conference every year and usually reports back on things she has learned. It also comes up when we talk about our Red Wolves. This post, however, is to share some very exciting news! The museum has applied to be AZA accredited which is a pretty big deal. AZA’s mission is: The Association of Zoos & Aquariums provides its members with the services, high standards,Read more
Why Purple Poop?
We have shown you pictures of fun colored poop before courtesy of our bears. The other day I found an oddly colored poop–any ideas what food made the bears poop purple!? I think it is sort of pretty in a gross way–Keeper Jill does not agree! 😛Read more
Lemurs Snuggling!
Since Sherry called me out on getting a cute lemur snuggling picture, I have been on the lookout to find just the right moment! See below for 7 lemurs a snuggling… Read more
Romeo in a bag!
Our newest Opossum, Romeo, is in quarantine. When ever an animal is in quarantine we still try to give them enrichment. We try to only use disposable items so we can just toss them out. I put Romeo’s food in a paper bag and was surprised to see how he got his food out! Watch below! [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kKK0Hl_VdDo] Read more
QuikPic: Virginia
We feed our bears 3 times a day, usually once in the morning, early afternoon and right before we go home for the day. Normally, by the time I get to the bear house in the morning most of the bears are sitting in the house staring at me probably wondering where breakfast is at. The other day, I went to feed the bears and I found VA just patiently waiting in the yard. She even had her paws crossedRead more