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Piece of 2023 News Not Mentioned:

On April 13th, it was announced that the zoo acquired a (1.0) black duiker from the Los Angeles Zoo in California.

https://lazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Animal-Transaction-Commission-Report-April-2023.pdf

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Smaggledagle said:
On March 24th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) Sichuan takin was born on March 22nd.

Baby Sichuan takin born at the Zoo | Oh boy, it's a boy! One of our Sichuan takin, Yi Liu (and dad Caboose), had a kid on Wednesday! This video was taken when he was only hours old, and... | By Potawatomi Zoo | Facebook
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Smaggledagle said:
On April 3rd, the zoo announced that a (0.1) Sichuan takin was born on April 2nd.

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On May 8th, the zoo announced their names, Porter and Priya.

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Smaggledagle said:
Piece of 2023 News Not Mentioned:

On April 13th, it was announced that the zoo acquired a (1.0) black duiker from the Los Angeles Zoo in California.

https://lazoo.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Animal-Transaction-Commission-Report-April-2023.pdf

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To clarify — they did not physically receive the animal. They only received ownership of the animal. The animal was physically transferred to Micanopy.
 
Other June 2023 News:

Smaggledagle said:
On February 13th, the zoo announced its gender (1.0) and name, Tempo.

This Monday moment of zen brought to you by Lily and her baby, who we’ve named Tempo! We’d say he’s an adagio—slower than a walking speed, but not quite... | By Potawatomi Zoo | Facebook
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On June 20th, the zoo announced that following a DNA test, it was revealed that the sloth is actually a (0.1).

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On June 24th, the zoo announced they acquired (0.0.11) black-tailed prairie dogs which were introduced to the facility's (1.0) Chuck Wilson, and are now on exhibit

Prairie Dogs Move In | We've got something great to celebrate at the Zoo. Our new coterie of prairie dogs has moved in! You might have noticed fewer and fewer prairie dogs... | By Potawatomi Zoo | Facebook

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Smaggledagle said:
On May 17th, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) American flamingo hatched.

This adorable little fluff hatched this morning to flamingo parents Brick and Lila! The egg was laid by a different flamingo pair: Boyfriend and Pinky.... | By Potawatomi Zoo | Facebook
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On July 5th, the zoo announced the gender of the flamingo, (0.1).

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Other August/September 2023 News:

Smaggledagle said:
On July 5th, the zoo announced the gender of the flamingo, (0.1).

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On August 7th, the zoo announced the flamingo's name, Malibu.

Potawatomi Zoo - You voted for our flamingo chick's name...

On August 9th, the zoo announced that (0.0.8) lesser hedgehog tenrecs were born.

Potawatomi Zoo - You can blame us if you scream when you...

On August 11th, the zoo announced they acquired a (0.1) North American porcupine who is now an animal ambassador. She was later named Chevelle.

Introducing the most perfect porcupine in the world! She doesn’t have a name yet, but we can assure you, she didn’t need one for us to fall in love.... | By Potawatomi Zoo | Facebook
Potawatomi Zoo - Introducing: Chevelle! We decided to...

On August 17th, the zoo announced that (0.0.2) southern three-banded armadillos were born earlier in the summer.

Armadillo pup on the move | Well, we didn't have the best weather for Armadillo Day, but we do have the best armadillos! Our three-banded armadillo army increased by two this year,... | By Potawatomi Zoo | Facebook

MeiLover said:
A greater kudu was born on Sept 5.

First Kudu Calf Born - Potawatomi Zoo
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On September 26th, the zoo announced that the kudu, now named Mosi, is now on exhibit.

Potawatomi Zoo - We’re so proud to introduce Mosi, our...
 
Rhino0118 said:
The zoo has welcomed 6-year-old Masai Giraffe Zindzhi. She will be paired with Kellan, one of their four males for breeding.

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It’s good to have confirmation of her final destination. She was housed with the Safari Park’s male “Gowon” right up until she left the park, so it is likely she’s already pregnant and the first calf born at Potawatomi will be his if it survives — she has not had good luck with calves thus far.
 
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