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QuikPost: Farewell

I’ve never been good with big goodbyes but here goes. I’m leaving my post at the Museum to head south and work for Epcot’s “The Seas with Nemo and Friends” (part of this little place you might of heard of, Walt Disney World). I’ll be working as an Aquatics Research Associate with the Animal Research Team, assisting with experiments involving the residents of the 5.7 million gallon salt water aquarium at The Seas. I’m excited about working with marine organismsRead more

QuikPost: red wolf article

A lengthy and inclusive article about red wolves and the issues they face was in the Charlotte Observer  Sunday. Click here to read it, or click on the link below. http://www.charlotteobserver.com/2010/07/10/1555761/gunshots-put-a-rare-species-atRead more

QuikPost: A new farmyard addition

Christopher the barred owl has finally been moved to his new farmyard exhibit! He’s been behind the scenes while his new home was being built next to Max the steer and Chummix the goat. The enclosure turned out really nicely, and you can see on the far left where Christopher has a sheltered area to go along with all of the open sunny space, as well. Go say hello to Christopher on your next visit through the farmyard.Read more
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QuikPost: Neighborhood Red Shouldered Hawks

I walked out of my house late this morning and saw mating between two red shouldered hawks that were about 20 feet away from me. It was pretty cool (and loud) and even though I felt badly about interrupting, it reminded me that Spring is in the air and there’s a lot going on with the nature around us at this time of year. Bill Majoros took some AMAZING PHOTOS of red shouldered hawks in Northgate Park. Click here toRead more