Dr Cannedy was here the beginning of the week to check on the large animals in the farmyard. (Everyone was doing ok). Click here to see other posts about Dr. Cannedy and his time here. Read more
Tortoise Shell Casting
Our Explore the Wild exhibit area has wonderful native and exotic animals to take in and enjoy. At each location we have “interactives” for people to get up-close with. It might be scat at bears or fur at wolves and bird calls at the Wetland Overlook. Each item helps people to connect with the animals and build a relationship with something one cannot touch, or sometimes even see. We’ve been trying to get a tortoise shell at Lemur/Tortoise Overlook sinceRead more
Dr English… board certified veterinary ophthalmologist
Dr English, a board certified veterinary ophthalmologist, comes and checks on Museum animals every year. This year he saw 15 of our critters: three snakes, all our owls, our donkey, chinchilla and ferret, a rabbit, and all our aviary birds. We’re so appreciative that Dr. English checks on the animals who need his help. He tracks any changes in patients’ eyes from previous visits and checks out new animals who we have concerns about. He and is team graciously andRead more
This year’s wolf physicals complete
This year’s wolf physicals are done. All wolves and people did great. It went a lot like last year and starts with lots and lots of planning. (click here to read about last year’s physicals) The first phase of work is catching up our wolves from the yard. Working in our wolf yard and along the cliff is a bit daunting. As with the pup checks all summer long, both pups ran into the den rather quickly. After which, weRead more
What’s Outside Your Office Window?
First, I know I am fortunate to have an office, and one with a window. Recently, I stood up, and eyed this scene outside my office window. Read more
The Teams Come Together For Zoe
Zoe is one of our water turtles who recently got a new home. The new tub he has required extensive modification to his basking platform. Thanks to the Exhibits Team for stepping up and building something that would work! Read more