Obviously this was not a planned breeding since it was inbreeding? I'm surprised a bit, given the SSP efforts to maintain genetic diversity with the cheetahs in captivity. But, cats will be cats.
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Obviously this was not a planned breeding since it was inbreeding? I'm surprised a bit, given the SSP efforts to maintain genetic diversity with the cheetahs in captivity. But, cats will be cats.
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An update on the new cheetah breeding facility. They hope to complete construction by the end of the year and start breeding by 2022. They ideally hope to produce two litters of cheetah cubs per year to sustain a greater population: Caldwell Zoo expands breeding center to help sustain cheetah population
Renovation of South American Precinct (Video in Link)
WebXtra: Caldwell Zoo planning ‘complete transformation’ of South America exhibit
The zoo is renovating the entire exhibit with an addition for “some of the most dynamic animals in all of the Americas,” including capybaras, giant otters, jaguars and more. They are in the process of finalizing plans that they started about three years ago. Once construction starts in early 2022, the project will take about 12 to 14 months to complete, with plans to open around Spring 2023.
WebXtra: Caldwell Zoo planning ‘complete transformation’ of South America exhibit
The zoo is renovating the entire exhibit with an addition for “some of the most dynamic animals in all of the Americas,” including capybaras, giant otters, jaguars and more. They are in the process of finalizing plans that they started about three years ago. Once construction starts in early 2022, the project will take about 12 to 14 months to complete, with plans to open around Spring 2023.
Per the zoo's social media accounts from a few weeks ago: The zoo has hatched 2 Chilean flamingo chicks this year.
Other News in 2021:
On March 18th, the zoo announced that the Petting Pen attraction is back open after having been previously closed.
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On July 2nd, the zoo announced that their Aldabra tortoises got a new exhibit.
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On August 6th, the zoo announced that their North American river otters have received a new pool.
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On November 10th, it was reported that (0.2) cheetahs named Minnie and Mila were transferred to the Milwaukee County Zoo in Wisconsin.
Milwaukee County Zoo welcomes new cheetahs, Minnie and Mila
On March 18th, the zoo announced that the Petting Pen attraction is back open after having been previously closed.
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On July 2nd, the zoo announced that their Aldabra tortoises got a new exhibit.
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On August 6th, the zoo announced that their North American river otters have received a new pool.
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On November 10th, it was reported that (0.2) cheetahs named Minnie and Mila were transferred to the Milwaukee County Zoo in Wisconsin.
Milwaukee County Zoo welcomes new cheetahs, Minnie and Mila
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Their third cheetah, Imara, passed away Nov 18 2021.
Several changes coming to Caldwell Zoo:
The current director will transition to President of the Caldwell Foundation, with his replacement starting in April; collaborations to improve animal training; and new complexes focusing on North and South America - all leading the way towards the Zoo’s 75th anniversary.
Caldwell Zoo making changes in leadership, exhibits
The current director will transition to President of the Caldwell Foundation, with his replacement starting in April; collaborations to improve animal training; and new complexes focusing on North and South America - all leading the way towards the Zoo’s 75th anniversary.
Caldwell Zoo making changes in leadership, exhibits
On March 4th, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) black-and-white colobus monkey was born on February 24th.
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On March 25th, the zoo announced that (0.0.2) Chilean flamingos have been born.
Young Chilean Flamingos Out for a Walk
Young Chilean Flamingos Out for a Walk
On April 20th, the zoo announced that they have acquired (0.2) red river hogs named Finn and Rey from the Sacramento Zoo in California.
Welcome, Finn and Rey!
Welcome, Finn and Rey!
The red river hogs are on display in the main African savanna exhibit, and a quick look at ZIMS confirms that they have, indeed, replaced the warthogs.
Christa, the oldest black rhino in North America and Caldwell Zoo's last rhino, has passed away.
Caldwell Zoo mourns loss of Christa, the black rhino
Caldwell Zoo mourns loss of Christa, the black rhino
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Will Caldwell Zoo be getting any more rhinos in the future or have they been phased out?
Caldwell still has rhinos as far as I know...
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No, Christa was their only one. The other rhino you were likely thinking about was Kizuri, but she passed away in late 2019-early 2020. Kizuri's death was never announced publicly.
Interesting, it says they still have them on their website.
On May 12th, the zoo announced that they have acquired (1.1) striped skunks named Steeler and Amelia.
Caldwell Zoo - Skunks are Here! | Facebook
Caldwell Zoo - Skunks are Here! | Facebook