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Grizzly bear update
The Zoo’s new grizzly bears are settling in well, and should be ready for their public debut in just a few weeks. Zoo Keeper Alisha give a behind the scenes update on the bears–click here to watch.
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Meet “Finley” and “Ronan!”
It’s official, “Finley” and “Ronan” are the clear winners of the grizzly bear naming vote. Both names pay tribute to locations close to where the bears were rescued. What’s next? Introducing Finley and Ronan to their exhibit once modifications are…
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Giraffe Barn Construction begins August 5th
On Monday, August 5th, construction will start on a giraffe barn upgrade–we’re adding a structure that will allow the giraffes to be safely and comfortably contained during medical procedures. During construction, walkways near the barn may be blocked for short…
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Welcome, Amalia the Guanaco!
Amalia, a female guanaco, recently arrived at Reid Park Zoo from Idaho Falls. Amalia will be introduced to her exhibit in a few weeks, after a standard quarantine period. In the meantime, she’s getting to know her Zoo Keepers and…
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Tiger “Baheem” gets a check-up
Male Malayan tiger “Baheem” got a clean bill of health on his recent medical exam, and a Zoo Keeper got a rare chance to safely measure her hand next to his paw.
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Tapir Nose
How do you pick up branches if you don’t have opposable thumbs? If you’re a tapir, you use your nose! Contessa the tapir enjoys a freshly cut branch on exhibit. Tapirs are herbivores, so this leafy limb is a great…
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Brown Bears…
COMING SOON! We look forward to welcoming brown bears by fall. We have already started modifications to the old polar bear habitat to get ready for them. Brown bears need more shallow water space and we will combine the two…
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Coming Soon – Black and White Ruffed Lemurs
We will be starting modifications to the old mandrill habitat soon. We look forward to welcoming a breeding pair of Black and White Ruffed lemurs by fall. Although exact placement plans are not finalized yet, the Zoo’s Curator, Jim Schnormeier,…
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New Giraffe on Exhibit 11-8-12
Male giraffe “Jasiri” arrived at Reid Park Zoo in October, and went out onto exhibit for the first time this morning. At 1 year and 7 months of age, Jasiri is still much smaller than our female giraffes. Welcome to…
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Baby Anteater Born 9-27-12
Another baby at the Zoo! Giant anteater “Zoe” gave birth during the early morning of September 27th. The first time mom and baby (sex unknown) both seem to be doing well so far. Zoe is choosing to be on exhibit,…
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