Kansas City Zoo Kansas City Zoo News 2024

On April 12th, the zoo announced that (0.0.2) Arapawa goats were born on April 6th which are now on exhibit.

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On April 16th, the zoo announced that (0.0.2) cotton-top tamarins were born which are now on display in the Sobela Ocean Aquarium.

Cotton-Top Tamarin Babies Born in March | The cotton-top tamarin family continues to grow! Two infants were born on either the evening of March 17 or the morning of March 18 to parents O’Brien... | By Kansas City Zoo & AquariumFacebook
 
Piece of April 2024 News Not Mentioned:

On April 30th, the zoo announced they acquired a (1.0) red panda named Benjamin from the Oklahoma City Zoo in Oklahoma which is now on exhibit. The zoo also announced that a (1.0) red panda Randy was transferred to another unspecified AZA facility.

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On May 3rd, the zoo announced they would be transferring a (1.0) cheetah named Viserion to another unspecified AZA facility in the near future.

Viserion, an 8-year-old cheetah who joined us at the Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium in 2017, will soon be headed to a new adventure! Per a breeding... | By Kansas City Zoo & AquariumFacebook
 
The zoo announced that they moved their burmese python Louise out of the snake house to a larger habitat in the lower level of the Discovery barn. After months of renovating, the snake is on exhibit. This exhibit was the former exhibit of Zack the Prevost’s squirrel, who now resides with Arnie the sloth on the upper level of the Discovery Barn. She is 125 pounds. Here are the updates to the exhibit:
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Installation of a wood frame opening as well as supports and walls for a platform
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Removal of the floor to install aluminum framing and a pool
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Plumbing of the pool and installation of a humidifier
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Installation of heating elements and UVB lighting
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Painting the ceiling, walls, and platforms
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Adding vegetation for the habitat
Moving Day for Louise | MOVING DAY FOR LOUISE! We are excited to share that Burmese python Louise has moved out of the Snake House and now resides in a larger habitat located on... | By Kansas City Zoo & AquariumFacebook
 
Zoo adventures said:
The zoo announced that they moved their burmese python Louise out of the snake house to a larger habitat in the lower level of the Discovery barn. After months of renovating, the snake is on exhibit. This exhibit was the former exhibit of Zack the Prevost’s squirrel, who now resides with Arnie the sloth on the upper level of the Discovery Barn. She is 125 pounds. Here are the updates to the exhibit:
1f40d.png
Installation of a wood frame opening as well as supports and walls for a platform
1f40d.png
Removal of the floor to install aluminum framing and a pool
1f40d.png
Plumbing of the pool and installation of a humidifier
1f40d.png
Installation of heating elements and UVB lighting
1f40d.png
Painting the ceiling, walls, and platforms
1f40d.png
Adding vegetation for the habitat
Moving Day for Louise | MOVING DAY FOR LOUISE! We are excited to share that Burmese python Louise has moved out of the Snake House and now resides in a larger habitat located on... | By Kansas City Zoo & AquariumFacebook
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On May 28th, the zoo announced they moved their Madagascar hognose snakes from the African area to the former Burmese python exhibit in the Snake House.

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MABEL the Trumpeter Swan passed away at the age of 13.
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium on Instagram: "The Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium is mourning the loss of trumpeter swan Mabel, who recently passed away at the age of 13 due to renal failure. The KCZoo became Mabel’s home five years ago when she was transferred from the Saint Louis Zoo. She was beloved by staff and guests, who would greet Mabel and habitat companion, Melvin, immediately upon entering the Zoo. As an animal ambassador, Mabel helped educate the public on her once-endangered species’ plight. The KCZoo participates in the Trumpeter Swan Restoration Project, which helps reintroduce this species into its natural habitat. During their time together, Mabel and Melvin produced 13 cygnets, some of which were released back into their native range to increase the population. Trumpeter swans are monogamous and the KCZoo will be working with the Association of Zoos & Aquarium’s Species Survival Plan (SSP) to pair Melvin with a new mate. Mabel will be remembered for her gentle personality, love of lettuce, and excellent nest-building skills. Her care team says that Mabel would bury her eggs so far in the nest, they were hard to find. She will be dearly missed by all."
 
Haliaeetus said:
Birth of 0.2 Arapawa Goats.
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium on Instagram: "We aren’t kidding around when we talk about the cuteness happening at the Billy Goats Gruff Yard currently! Meet yet another pair of adorable twins, who are Love’s new kids! These yet-to-be-named Arapawa goat sisters were born last Monday and join the other kids born this year to moms Poppy, Katara, and Gretel. Stay tuned for an announcement on the names of Love’s kids in the near future. Plus, we’ll be announcing the name of Gretel’s new son later today! Photos by Maggie, advanced animal care specialist"
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One of the Arapawa Goat kids (Gretel's son) has received the name of THEODORE / TEDDY.
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium on Instagram: "NAME ANNOUNCEMENT: As promised, we are ready to reveal the name of Arapawa mom Gretel’s new son! Drum roll, please…Meet Theodore! The goat care team loved the cute factor of the name Theodore and have explained that is also makes for a perfect nickname: Teddy! The exciting baby boom at Billy Goats Gruff Yard also marks a hopeful future for the Arapawa species. These goats of the Arapawa (or Arapaoa) Island of New Zealand have been in danger of becoming extinct in the wild. Thanks to breeding programs initiated at zoos throughout the United States, Arapawa populations are on the rise. Be sure to say hello to the Zoo's many goat kids on your next visit! Photo by Maggie, advanced animal care specialist"
 
Haliaeetus said:
One of the Arapawa Goat kids (Gretel's son) has received the name of THEODORE / TEDDY.
Kansas City Zoo & Aquarium on Instagram: "NAME ANNOUNCEMENT: As promised, we are ready to reveal the name of Arapawa mom Gretel’s new son! Drum roll, please…Meet Theodore! The goat care team loved the cute factor of the name Theodore and have explained that is also makes for a perfect nickname: Teddy! The exciting baby boom at Billy Goats Gruff Yard also marks a hopeful future for the Arapawa species. These goats of the Arapawa (or Arapaoa) Island of New Zealand have been in danger of becoming extinct in the wild. Thanks to breeding programs initiated at zoos throughout the United States, Arapawa populations are on the rise. Be sure to say hello to the Zoo's many goat kids on your next visit! Photo by Maggie, advanced animal care specialist"
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The (1.0) goat was born on May 28th, not on June 3rd as is stated when the (0.2) goats were born.

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