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On March 3, 2 otter pups were born at the zoo:
Otter pups born at Miller Park Zoo
Otter pups born at Miller Park Zoo
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On May 8th, the zoo announced that one of the four North American river otter pups has passed away due to non-specific health problems.
Miller Park Zoo announces death of North American River Otter pup
On June 19th, the zoo announced that it's mini-golf area has reopened. Restrictions include required masks and gloves for employees, a limited amount of people on the course at all times, and each hole will be played with a cut pool noodle in the hole to prevent the ball from falling in.
Mini-golf reopens at Miller Park Zoo | CIProud.com
On June 29th, the zoo reopened to all members of the public. The zoo reopened its doors to members on June 27th. Several restrictions include face masks, new limited capacity, online reservations, and all buildings, carousel, concessions, and petting zoo will be closed. Also, the zoo will be opened a half-hour earlier every day, from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Miller Park Zoo now open to the public – WEEK
Miller Park Zoo Is Reopening For Members And Then The Public
On July 8th, it was reported that a female red ruffed lemur was born and put on exhibit at the zoo.
Miller Park Zoo has a new Red Ruffed Lemur | CIProud.com
On July 16th, the zoo opened a window to its confession stand. Guests will not be able to get refills, however, they will be able to get a large drink if they show the cups for $1.
Miller Park Zoo opens park side concession stand | CIProud.com
On July 21st, it was reported that several local breweries will have limited-time beer labels with the zoo's animals on them and a portion of the proceeds will go towards the zoological society to recuperate losses from the cancelled "Brew at the Zoo" fundraiser.
Beer labels to feature Miller Park Zoo animals
On July 27th, the Bloomington city council unanimously voted to back a $507,400 mixed exhibit for the zoo featuring a breeding pair of DeBrazza's monkeys and two Red-flanked duikers. The exhibit would be located north of the greater flamingo exhibit.
Bloomington’s Miller Park Zoo to welcome monkey, antelope exhibit with the help of state dollars – HOIABC
On May 8th, the zoo announced that one of the four North American river otter pups has passed away due to non-specific health problems.
Miller Park Zoo announces death of North American River Otter pup
On June 19th, the zoo announced that it's mini-golf area has reopened. Restrictions include required masks and gloves for employees, a limited amount of people on the course at all times, and each hole will be played with a cut pool noodle in the hole to prevent the ball from falling in.
Mini-golf reopens at Miller Park Zoo | CIProud.com
On June 29th, the zoo reopened to all members of the public. The zoo reopened its doors to members on June 27th. Several restrictions include face masks, new limited capacity, online reservations, and all buildings, carousel, concessions, and petting zoo will be closed. Also, the zoo will be opened a half-hour earlier every day, from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm.
Miller Park Zoo now open to the public – WEEK
Miller Park Zoo Is Reopening For Members And Then The Public
On July 8th, it was reported that a female red ruffed lemur was born and put on exhibit at the zoo.
Miller Park Zoo has a new Red Ruffed Lemur | CIProud.com
On July 16th, the zoo opened a window to its confession stand. Guests will not be able to get refills, however, they will be able to get a large drink if they show the cups for $1.
Miller Park Zoo opens park side concession stand | CIProud.com
On July 21st, it was reported that several local breweries will have limited-time beer labels with the zoo's animals on them and a portion of the proceeds will go towards the zoological society to recuperate losses from the cancelled "Brew at the Zoo" fundraiser.
Beer labels to feature Miller Park Zoo animals
On July 27th, the Bloomington city council unanimously voted to back a $507,400 mixed exhibit for the zoo featuring a breeding pair of DeBrazza's monkeys and two Red-flanked duikers. The exhibit would be located north of the greater flamingo exhibit.
Bloomington’s Miller Park Zoo to welcome monkey, antelope exhibit with the help of state dollars – HOIABC
Construction for the new De Brazzas Monkey enclosure has began.
Miller Park Zoo breaks ground for new monkey exhibit (Plus copy)
Snow leopard cubs return:
Snow leopard cubs return to Miller Park Zoo | CIProud.com
Two snow leopard cubs born at the Miller Park Zoo in August have returned home to Bloomington after a months-long stay in Omaha, NE.
The two cubs, one male and one female were born to parents “Rilu” and “Hima” on Aug. 4 of 2020 at the zoo.
According to Miller Park Zoo director Jay Tetzloff, both cubs were diagnosed and recovered from ‘swimmer’s syndrome’; a condition which affects the cubs’ ability to walk. Tetzloff said the zoo moved to cubs temporarily to a zoo in Omaha where they could receive more intensive care.
“We immediately started physical therapy and in this case, we actually needed to send the cubs to the Omaha Zoo and they did that rehab for us,” Tetzloff said. “Having that veterinary care seven days a week was crucial to that and we’re very appreciative of them, but we are glad to have them back at the zoo.”
He said soon, the cubs will be big enough and well-adjusted to get an outdoor cage as well at the zoo.
Snow leopard cubs return to Miller Park Zoo | CIProud.com
Two snow leopard cubs born at the Miller Park Zoo in August have returned home to Bloomington after a months-long stay in Omaha, NE.
The two cubs, one male and one female were born to parents “Rilu” and “Hima” on Aug. 4 of 2020 at the zoo.
According to Miller Park Zoo director Jay Tetzloff, both cubs were diagnosed and recovered from ‘swimmer’s syndrome’; a condition which affects the cubs’ ability to walk. Tetzloff said the zoo moved to cubs temporarily to a zoo in Omaha where they could receive more intensive care.
“We immediately started physical therapy and in this case, we actually needed to send the cubs to the Omaha Zoo and they did that rehab for us,” Tetzloff said. “Having that veterinary care seven days a week was crucial to that and we’re very appreciative of them, but we are glad to have them back at the zoo.”
He said soon, the cubs will be big enough and well-adjusted to get an outdoor cage as well at the zoo.
Bush Dogs coming soon:
The aforementioned monkey exhibit will be opened in mid-July comprising of the mixed exhibit of Red-flanked Duikers and DeBrazza's Monkeys. In the fall, a new South American complex will be constructed for Giant Anteaters, Galapagos Tortoises and notably, Bush Dogs.
"In the fall, the zoo will break ground on a South America exhibit. “It's a million dollar exhibit—$750,000 is from a state grant and $250,000 from the Miller Park Zoological Society,” Tetzloff said. “They'll bring in giant anteaters, bush dogs and a new home for our Galapagos tortoises.”
Article: Miller Park Zoo Rebranding Ahead Of New Exhibits, Expanded Conservation Efforts
The aforementioned monkey exhibit will be opened in mid-July comprising of the mixed exhibit of Red-flanked Duikers and DeBrazza's Monkeys. In the fall, a new South American complex will be constructed for Giant Anteaters, Galapagos Tortoises and notably, Bush Dogs.
"In the fall, the zoo will break ground on a South America exhibit. “It's a million dollar exhibit—$750,000 is from a state grant and $250,000 from the Miller Park Zoological Society,” Tetzloff said. “They'll bring in giant anteaters, bush dogs and a new home for our Galapagos tortoises.”
Article: Miller Park Zoo Rebranding Ahead Of New Exhibits, Expanded Conservation Efforts
Here are the plans. Not many bush dog to go around so it’ll be interesting to see where they come from (or even if they can get them). This will be replacing the pallas’ cat and red panda displays. I imagine those species may be relocated within the site but that is not confirmed.
Construction to begin in May on DeBrazza Plaza exhibit at Miller Park Zoo | Local News | pantagraph.com
This article confirms the cats and pandas will move to other exhibits. Maybe in the asia building?
This article confirms the cats and pandas will move to other exhibits. Maybe in the asia building?
Other news from 2021:
On January 7th, the zoo announced that on January 4th, their (1.0) albino American alligator named Wally passed away due to an infection he battled with since September 2020.
Miller Park Zoo
On January 22nd, the zoo announced that starting on January 25th, the zoo's buildings will once again be opened to the public.
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On May 6th, the zoo announced the birth of a (1.0) San Clementine Island goat kid. He was born on April 15th.
Miller Park Zoo
On June 3rd, the zoo provided an update on the DeBrazza's monkeys exhibit.
Miller Park Zoo
On July 3rd, the zoo announced that Nicobar pigeons have been added to the rainforest exhibit.
Miller Park Zoo
On July 22nd, the zoo announced the death of their (0.1) two-toed sloth named Chloe. She was 28 years old.
Miller Park Zoo
On September 1st, it was reported the zoo broke ground on a new Educational Theatre. The old theatre is set to be demolished to make way for the South American exhibits.
Watch now: Miller Park Zoo breaks ground for new educational theater
On January 7th, the zoo announced that on January 4th, their (1.0) albino American alligator named Wally passed away due to an infection he battled with since September 2020.
Miller Park Zoo
On January 22nd, the zoo announced that starting on January 25th, the zoo's buildings will once again be opened to the public.
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On May 6th, the zoo announced the birth of a (1.0) San Clementine Island goat kid. He was born on April 15th.
Miller Park Zoo
On June 3rd, the zoo provided an update on the DeBrazza's monkeys exhibit.
Miller Park Zoo
On July 3rd, the zoo announced that Nicobar pigeons have been added to the rainforest exhibit.
Miller Park Zoo
On July 22nd, the zoo announced the death of their (0.1) two-toed sloth named Chloe. She was 28 years old.
Miller Park Zoo
On September 1st, it was reported the zoo broke ground on a new Educational Theatre. The old theatre is set to be demolished to make way for the South American exhibits.
Watch now: Miller Park Zoo breaks ground for new educational theater
On October 1st, the zoo had it's DeBrazza's monkeys exhibit officially opened to the public.
Miller Park Zoo
Miller Park Zoo
On October 21st, the zoo announced that their red-flanked duikers will be on exhibit for the first time today in the DeBrazza's monkey exhibit.
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On November 10th, the zoo announced that (1.0) San Clementine Island goat named Charlie (aka Charleston Chew) has passed away due to age-related issues.
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On November 16th, the zoo announced they have acquired a 4-year-old (0.1) common wallaroo named Bindi.
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On Friday December 3, the zoo announced that its Sumatran tiger and 4 snow leopards tested positive for COVID-19.
5 big cats at Bloomington zoo test positive for COVID
5 big cats at Bloomington zoo test positive for COVID
On December 15th, the zoo announced it has acquired (1.1) cotton-top tamarins from an undisclosed facility. They are currently located in the Tropical Rainforest area, and were brought here due to their SSP.
On December 18th, the zoo announced that there are "new birds in the Tropical Rainforest" though no species are given.
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On December 21st, the zoo announced that the Katthoefer Animal Building will be reopened on December 22nd, due to most of the big cats being fully recovered from COVID.
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On January 5th, 2022, the zoo announced the building has been closed indefinitely again as some of the big cats are exhibiting symptoms of COVID-19 again.
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Yes, notably male Snow Leopard Rilu developed pneumonia from COVID which does not sound too good.
Was Rilu their only snow leopard?