There are no pure bengal tigers in the USA.
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There are no pure bengal tigers in the USA.
Thank you, I did not know that.
It's the same with African leopards and reticulated giraffes - everything labeled/signed as one is actually a generic "zoo mix" of subspecies.
Is the Washington Park Zoo the same as the Oregon Zoo?
No, it seems that the Oregon Zoo is located in Washington Park, but this zoo here is Washington Park Zoo in Indiana.
On April 11th, the zoo announced they renovated the capybara exhibit, adding a new house with a soaking pool and large viewing windows.
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Washington Park Zoo
On May 24th, the zoo announced that (0.0.2) common marmosets were born.
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On June 15th, the zoo announced that they acquired (0.0.2) North American porcupines named Quill and Zorra which are now on exhibit.
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Washington Park Zoo
On June 15th, the zoo announced that they acquired (0.0.2) North American porcupines named Quill and Zorra which are now on exhibit.
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Bactrian Deer
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On August 4th, the zoo announced that VHM Motorsports donated $10,000 towards the wolf habitat and an ac unit
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Also said day, the zoo announced that the new Lion and Tiger habitat opened, Nicknamed, “Predator Ridge”
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Also said day, the zoo announced that the new Lion and Tiger habitat opened, Nicknamed, “Predator Ridge”
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It has been open since May of this year.
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Huh, it said that that 8-3 was the ribbon cutting. Probably should’ve just said the ribbon cutting.
Yeah, I was trying to find the original post of when it opened but the zoo deleted it for some reason.
On September 28th, the zoo announced they acquired (1.1) black-and-white ruffed lemurs which are now on exhibit in the Jungle Building.
We have an exciting announcement! ... - Washington Park Zoo
We have an exciting announcement! ... - Washington Park Zoo
On November 28th, as part of the zoo's "Giving Tuesday" event, they announced they are raising funds to build a new conservatory building around the "Wings of Wonder" free-flight aviary, as well as a new classroom and renovations to the historic Monkey Island.
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Two pairs of feline sisters have arrived: a pair of bobcats, and two melanistic African leopards.
Four new female felines welcomed to Washington Park Zoo
Four new female felines welcomed to Washington Park Zoo
They're generic leopards, despite what the zoo calls them. Not weird at all to suddenly get 4 young animals that should all still be with their mothers...
Piece of December 2023 News Not Mentioned:
On December 3rd, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) Patagonian cavy was born on November 30th and is on exhibit.
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On March 3rd, 2024, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) red-necked wallaby was born.
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On December 3rd, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) Patagonian cavy was born on November 30th and is on exhibit.
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On March 3rd, 2024, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) red-necked wallaby was born.
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One of the bobcats has somehow escaped their enclosure and authorities are still looking for her. Her sister will be off exhibit until they figure out how the escape was made.
9-month-old bobcat named Grace escapes Washington Park Zoo in Michigan City
9-month-old bobcat named Grace escapes Washington Park Zoo in Michigan City
Other 2024 News:
On March 13th, the zoo announced they acquired (0.2) generic melanistic leopards which are on exhibit.
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Washington Park Zoo
On March 30th, the zoo announced they built a new third deck including a raised shelter inside the grey wolf exhibit, as well as new viewing spots for the wolves.
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On April 29th, the zoo announced that 2 Patagonian cavies were born on April 25th which are on exhibit.
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On May 30th, it was announced that the bobcat was safely located and captured.
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On June 4th, the zoo announced they acquired 2 tomato frogs (species not specified) which are on display in the Discovery Center.
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On June 17th, the zoo announced they acquired (1.1) Reeve's muntjacs which will go on exhibit in mid-September.
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On June 19th, the zoo announced that a North American porcupine was born.
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On August 5th, the zoo announced they acquired 2 striped skunks named Oakley and Wyatt.
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On August 6th, the zoo announced they acquired a (0.1) "Indian" muntjac named Forest.
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On June 8th, the zoo announced they acquired a (0.1) mini horse named Sophie and its (1.0) mini mule offspring Maverick which are on exhibit.
Washington Park Zoo
Washington Park Zoo
On March 13th, the zoo announced they acquired (0.2) generic melanistic leopards which are on exhibit.
Washington Park Zoo
Washington Park Zoo
On March 30th, the zoo announced they built a new third deck including a raised shelter inside the grey wolf exhibit, as well as new viewing spots for the wolves.
Washington Park Zoo
On April 29th, the zoo announced that 2 Patagonian cavies were born on April 25th which are on exhibit.
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On May 30th, it was announced that the bobcat was safely located and captured.
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On June 4th, the zoo announced they acquired 2 tomato frogs (species not specified) which are on display in the Discovery Center.
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On June 17th, the zoo announced they acquired (1.1) Reeve's muntjacs which will go on exhibit in mid-September.
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On June 19th, the zoo announced that a North American porcupine was born.
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On August 5th, the zoo announced they acquired 2 striped skunks named Oakley and Wyatt.
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On August 6th, the zoo announced they acquired a (0.1) "Indian" muntjac named Forest.
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Nile Hippo Expert
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1.0 "Bengal" Tiger Stripes has died aged 20 years.
Washington Park Zoo mourns death of beloved Bengal tiger
Washington Park Zoo mourns death of beloved Bengal tiger
On June 11th, the zoo announced that a miniature zebu was born, which is on exhibit.
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Washington Park Zoo
On April 14th, the zoo announced they acquired a large group of various fish (species(s) not specified) from the PetSmart in Michigan City, Indiana, which are on display in the Castle building.
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On April 22nd, the zoo announced they created a new pollinator garden onsite.
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On May 7th, the zoo announced they acquired (1.1) white-thighed hornbills, which are on exhibit.
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On July 21st, it was mentioned that the zoo will acquire an ermine which will go on display sometime in summer*.
* Information given by @Persephone in the Washington Park Zoo Review and Species List thread (Page 1 Post #1).
** Worth mentioning that the zoo mentioned they would be starting renovation projects on some of the bird exhibits in December 2024. Also, between August 2024 to July 2025, the zoo no longer holds North American porcupines.