Katy goes sledding

Happy Spring. We’re about 1 month out from the big snow and ice events in February. Here’s what Katy and I did after we got the gator stuck in the ice/snow. (Actually, to be honest, it was me that got the vehicle stuck). [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arP4kJOvEME&w=560&h=315]Read more

Public Perception of Primates in the Media

Check out this scientific article about the “Impact of Visual Context on Public Perceptions of Non-Human Primate Performers“. (or the direct link at:  http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.011848)     ABSTRACT: Prior research has shown that the use of apes, specifically chimpanzees, as performers in the media negatively impacts public attitudes of their conservation status and desirability as a pet, yet it is unclear whether these findings generalize to other non-human primates (specifically non-ape species). We evaluated the impact of viewing an image ofRead more
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Goodbye to Jessi

It’s a bittersweet day as Jessi is moving on from the Museum. She starts working at the NC Zoo next week in the Northwoods section taking care of bears and wolves and bison and elk. We’ll miss her a lot but are really excited for her. There are two good things I can think of: Autumn made brownies 2.  Starting Monday, Intern Katie will be working with us. She’ll be part time until she finishes up her classes. We’re thrilledRead more

Intern Update

Our three interns are doing great and we’re really happy to have them. They’ve been a huge help. I found them each Monday afternoon working on different projects. (Sorry about the blurry photos, but taken through glass and wire as to not disturb them.)    Read more