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Relaxing Poolside with an Otter
Now is the perfect time to lounge poolside with Pfeiffer the spotted-necked otter. Enjoy this calm minute of Bringing the Zoo to You.
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Rhino Easily Rolls a Heavy Log
Rhinos might make log rolling look easy, but this log is actually very heavy! Rhinoceros often enjoy logs as enriching items to chew on, rub on, and smell. Logs that have come from other animals’ habitats are especially interesting!
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Two New Finches Arrive in the Aviary
There are two new residents at the Zoo! We recently welcomed a pair of European goldfinches to our Flight Connection aviary. Despite their name, these birds are native to Europe, Africa, and Asia.
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Nayo the Lion Takes a Quick Dip in the Pool
Lions do not naturally enjoy being in water as much as some other cat species, but if one of your favorite toys is in the pool, it might be worth taking a dip!
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Startling Starling Expressions!
Golden-breasted starlings have very bright, light-colored eyes that are sure to catch your attention! This unique eye color combined with their arched brows makes it look like they have some wild expressions!
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What is Special About Goats’ Knees?
What is that round patch on goats’ knees? Goats have a spot of calloused skin on their knees that acts as a pad for them to kneel on. This extra cushion makes it more comfortable for goats to kneel and…
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Take a Closer Look at Elephants’ Toes!
Let’s talk about toes! Penzi is showing off how African elephants have four toenails on each front foot and three on each back foot.These nails help protect a pocket of fatty tissue within the foot that acts as a cushion…
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Raise Your Crest if You’re Excited!
Are you excited for the weekend? Then put your crest up! Cockatoos raise the crest of feathers on their heads to communicate excitement. Interacting with care staff (or the person behind the camera) is one of the things that excites…
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World Lizard Day 2020
Today is World Lizard Day! Reid Park Zoo is home to three lizard species and countless other wild lizards that enjoy our Zoo grounds. Our bearded dragons are wonderful ambassador animals and are commonly kept as pets, but they require…
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Peafowl Stealing the Show
Who runs the Zoo? Peacocks! When it’s breeding season our peafowl want all eyes on them. They aren’t afraid to make sure the camera knows who the real stars are!
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