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Birth of 1 Hinterwälder Cattle on Dec. 14th, 2024.
This is a rare cattle breed from Central Europe.
Freunde Hauptstadtzoos on Instagram: "Kalb bei den Hinterwälder Rindern im @zooberlin zur Welt gekommen: Am 14. Dezember 2024 ist ein Kalb bei den Hinterwälder Rindern im Zoo Berlin geboren. Die Kleine heißt „Marie“ und ist flott auf der Anlage unterwegs. Das Hinterwälder Rind gilt mit einer Schulterhöhe von etwa 120 cm als kleinste Rinderrasse Mitteleuropas. Die sehr alte Rinderrasse ist im Südschwarzwald heimisch und zählt zu den bedrohten Haustierrasen. Die Tragzeit liegt bei ca. neun Monaten. Im Zoo Berlin werden sie seit 1988 gehalten. Dem Erhalt dieser Vielfalt der Haus- und Nutztierrassen fühlen sich auch der Zoo Berlin und der Tierpark Berlin verpflichtet und hat hier bisher einen großen Beitrag zum Artenschutz der Haus- und Nutztierrassen geleistet. Video: Monika Kochhan #hinterwälderind #hinterwälderzucht #hinterwälder #hinterwälderkalb #kalb #jungtier #artenschutz #bedrohtehaustierrassen #bedrohtenutztierrassen #berlinertiere #zooberlin #berlinzoo #berlinzoologischergarten #berlintierparkzoo #hauptstadtzoos #freundezooberlin #zooberlinfreunde #zoo #zoofreunde #zoofreundeberlin #freundezoo #freundehauptstadtzoos #tierliebe #berlinfreizeit #freizeitberlin #berlin"
 
Zoo Berlin will remain closed until at least January 13th as a preventive measure because of the outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Brandenburg, close to Berlin.

Let us hope this issue can be resolved as soon as possible and that these two great collection will not have to remain closed for too long, or will be further affected by this.

Zoo Berlin
 
KevinB said:
Zoo Berlin will remain closed until at least January 13th as a preventive measure because of the outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Brandenburg, close to Berlin.

Let us hope this issue can be resolved as soon as possible and that these two great collection will not have to remain closed for too long, or will be further affected by this.

Zoo Berlin
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The zoo will remain closed until further notice.

Additional protective have been taken and possible vaccinations will be discussed among experts.

Aquarium Berlin remains open.

Zoo Berlin
 
PossumRoach said:
Elephant bull Viktor lost his life unexpectedly last night. He was monitored by vets due to weight loss.

Announcement from instagram.
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An unfortunate loss since he was one of the only breeding individuals in their herd and was still quite young at only 24 years of age (b. 22-09-2000).

I wonder how this will impact the planned new Elephant House and outdoor exhibit in the Extension Area across the bridge. Will it speed it up or slow it down? Is there a planning timeline for the new elephant habitat to be built yet?

Berlin Zoo currently holds the following individuals now:
F Carla b. 10-05-1977
F Drumbo (Mary) b. 25-09-1987
F Pang Pha 30-9-1987
F Anchali b. 12-8-2012

They have also had a history of losing younger individuals / calves:
Play Kiri b. 05-04-2000 - deceased 28-12-2000 (obduction: Herpes infection - as did likewise her sire/father Kibo - unfortunately).
Shaina Pali b. 14-07-2005 deceased 05-04-2011 (obduction: Herpes infection).
Ko Raya b. 15-03-2009 - deceased 27-05-2011 (obduction: Herpes infection).

Source: Petra Prager – Elefanten-Fotolexikon


NOTA BENE:
a) The above obduction data stem from various German language news outlets.
b) Since 2012, the zoo has no longer bred their only breeding cow Pang Pha....
c) The zoo was not given a recommendation for a new bull - while bull Victor should have left the collection a few years back. Just the EEP/EAZA would no longer advice on a new bull given their recent past history with their ex situ conservation breeding stats.....
 
Kifaru Bwana said:
An unfortunate loss since he was one of the only breeding individuals in their herd and was still quite young at only 24 years of age (b. 22-09-2000).

I wonder how this will impact the planned new Elephant House and outdoor exhibit in the Extension Area across the bridge. Will it speed it up or slow it down? Is there a planning timeline for the new elephant habitat to be built yet?

Berlin Zoo currently holds the following individuals now:
F Carla b. 10-05-1977
F Drumbo (Mary) b. 25-09-1987
F Pang Pha 30-9-1987
F Anchali b. 12-8-2012

They have also had a history of losing younger individuals / calves:
Play Kiri b. 05-04-2000 - deceased 28-12-2000 (obduction: Herpes infection - as did likewise her sire/father Kibo - unfortunately).
Shaina Pali b. 14-07-2005 deceased 05-04-2011 (obduction: Herpes infection).
Ko Raya b. 15-03-2009 - deceased 27-05-2011 (obduction: Herpes infection).

Source: Petra Prager – Elefanten-Fotolexikon


NOTA BENE:
a) The above obduction data stem from various German language news outlets.
b) Since 2012, the zoo has no longer bred their only breeding cow Pang Pha....
c) The zoo was not given a recommendation for a new bull - while bull Victor should have left the collection a few years back. Just the EEP/EAZA would no longer advice on a new bull given their recent past history with their ex situ conservation breeding stats.....
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It's a real tragedy given his age and lack of breeding success, not to mention he was a truly spectacular bull and much loved by his keepers. I could have sworn he was born in 1993 though, not 2000?

Regarding the new exhibit, last I was aware that was still a long-term goal but no actual development had been started. Instead, a new ape house has been prioritised and will be built in the area previously designated for an elephant complex over the Canal. That in itself was a shame, given how much the elephants needed a new exhibit, but with Victor's passing and the almost guarantee that Berlin will not house a bull for an extended period of time I can't imagine it's pushed it further up the agenda. Perhaps with some space freed they will consider redeveloping the current exhibit instead but truth is until more time has passed and word comes directly from the Zoo it's impossible to say.

I never quite understood the plan for the elephants at the Zoo even when he was still around. I can only assume they didn't intend to breed again, given the lack of space and seeming lack of intention to move any of the current elephants on. It does mean one of the most eligible bulls in Europe will be far too underrepresented going forwards, and the Zoo has an empty bull paddock to somehow fill.
 
cerperal said:
It's a real tragedy given his age and lack of breeding success, not to mention he was a truly spectacular bull and much loved by his keepers. I could have sworn he was born in 1993 though, not 2000?

Regarding the new exhibit, last I was aware that was still a long-term goal but no actual development had been started. Instead, a new ape house has been prioritised and will be built in the area previously designated for an elephant complex over the Canal. That in itself was a shame, given how much the elephants needed a new exhibit, but with Victor's passing and the almost guarantee that Berlin will not house a bull for an extended period of time I can't imagine it's pushed it further up the agenda. Perhaps with some space freed they will consider redeveloping the current exhibit instead but truth is until more time has passed and word comes directly from the Zoo it's impossible to say.

I never quite understood the plan for the elephants at the Zoo even when he was still around. I can only assume they didn't intend to breed again, given the lack of space and seeming lack of intention to move any of the current elephants on. It does mean one of the most eligible bulls in Europe will be far too underrepresented going forwards, and the Zoo has an empty bull paddock to somehow fill.
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Given the number of herpes deaths ..., a major concern for Zoo Berlin is veterinary health management for the current herd. I don't see realistically that the current facilities are will survive another decade ..., it is just a cement monstrosity that needs to be taken down and a new state of the art Elephant House built.

Further, if any eventual focus on further breeding of Asiatic elephants is even considered ..., really the current elderly elephants should be transferred out forthwith - to provide sufficient space to the matriarchal herd - to a facility that is dedicated solely to providing later life and end of life care....for elderly elephants. Effectively, the zoo vet and keeper management needs to fix the health issues in Herpes. that are resident within their current matriarchal herd and exhibit.

Finally, it is a crying damn shame that the cow elephants Pang Pha and her last calf Anchali are at present prevented from being mated and in a breeding situation. Personally, short-term, I do not see the Berlin Zoo having a credible elephant situation ... for breeding theirs. So either they send on the individuals that may potentially breed away to another collection that is looking to add a matriarchal line (while at the same time dealing with the resident Herpes virus in both individuals). Alternatively, the third strategy could be to create an elders elephant retirement home for the elderly elephants and take leave of the 2 potentially fit for breeding individuals Pang Pha and Anchali.
 
Birth of 0.2 Scimitar-horned Oryxes.
Seeing them roaming in their enclosure suggests their area is no longer closed.
Zoo Berlin on Instagram: "Cuteness im Doppelpack! Vor fast einem Jahr gab es bei uns doppelten Nachwuchs bei den Säbelantilopen. Und auch dieses Jahr freuen wir uns wieder über zwei kleine Wirbelwinde! Die beiden jungen Weibchen erkunden neugierig ihr Zuhause. Kaum zu glauben: Im Jahr 2000 galten Säbelantilopen in der Wildnis als ausgestorben. Doch dank engagierter Zoos und Auswilderungsprojekte gibt es Hoffnung – heute sind sie zwar noch „stark gefährdet“, aber ein wichtiger Schritt in die richtige Richtung ist geschafft! Double the cuteness! Almost a year ago, we welcomed two adorable scimitar-horned oryx calves – and this year, we’re celebrating double trouble once again! Our two young females are eagerly exploring their home. Hard to believe: In 2000, scimitar-horned oryx were declared extinct in the wild. But thanks to dedicated zoos and reintroduction programs, there’s hope! While they’re still classified as endangered, an important step toward their survival has been taken. #säbelantilope #oryx #zooberlin #jungtier"
 
Little Kinkajou was born on December 7th. The visitors can already see it in it's exhibit.
source: Zoo Berlin on Instagram: "Dürfen wir unser neuestes Mitglied im Niedlichkeits-Club vorstellen: Til! Der kleine Wickelbär kam am 07. Dezember letzten Jahres auf die Welt und hat seine erste tierärztliche Untersuchung mit Bravour gemeistert . Beim Chippen und Geschlecht bestimmen wurde ebenfalls festgestellt: Til entwickelt sich prächtig ! Mit etwas Glück könnt ihr den süßen Fratz bei seinen Erkundungstouren im Nachttierhaus bestaunen . Allow us to introduce our newest member of the Cuteness Club: Til! The little kinkajou was born on December 7th last year and passed his first veterinary check-up with flying colors . During the chip insertion and gender determination, it was also confirmed: Til is developing wonderfully ! With a bit of luck, you can admire this little cutie on his exploration tours in the "creatures of the night" area. #nachwuchs #wickelbär #baby #zooberlin #nachttier"
 
Birth of a Hamlyn's Monkey.
Zoo Berlin on Instagram: "Habt ihr unseren Sprössling im Affenhaus schon entdeckt? Die Rede ist von unseren Eulenkopfmeerkatzen. Zugegeben, der Name sorgt für Verwirrung – aber nein, es geht nicht um eine Vogelart! Mit ihren markanten Gesichtsstreifen, die an den Buchstaben „T“ erinnern, ähneln sie aber tatsächlich ein wenig einer Eule. ℹ️ Eulenkopfmeerkatzen sind laut der Roten Liste der IUCN als gefährdet (vulnerable) eingestuft. Na, neugierig geworden? Dann schaut doch mal vorbei und besucht unseren kleinen Kletterkünstler! ✨ Have you already discovered our little newcomer in the primate house? We’re talking about our Owl-faced monkeys! Admittedly, the name can be misleading – but no, they are not a bird species! However, with their distinctive facial markings resembling the letter "T," they do look a bit like an owl. ℹ️ According to the IUCN Red List, Owl-faced monkeys are classified as vulnerable. Curious? Then stop by and visit our little climbing artist! ✨"
 
I'm going to visit Berlin Zoo and Tierpark next month. One of my main objectives is to visit the nocturnal animal area of the Zoo, since the last time I visited it, I couldn't see it because the predator building was under construction.

Could anyone tell me the order of the exhibits and what species are in them? I've read that it has light in the early morning and one of my main objectives to photograph is the slender loris and I'd like to go there straight away without wasting a second of time. Thanks!!
 
Kabomani said:
I'm going to visit Berlin Zoo and Tierpark next month. One of my main objectives is to visit the nocturnal animal area of the Zoo, since the last time I visited it, I couldn't see it because the predator building was under construction.

Could anyone tell me the order of the exhibits and what species are in them? I've read that it has light in the early morning and one of my main objectives to photograph is the slender loris and I'd like to go there straight away without wasting a second of time. Thanks!!
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I don't remember the exact order of enclosures (I have the whole thing listed but not in order) but I do recall that the slender lorises are very close to the entrance. If they aren't in the second enclosure they are in the third.
 
The Sumatran Orangutan Mano has passed away from cancer at the age of 47.
Zoo Berlin on Instagram: "Nach Elefant Victor und Giraffe Max müssen wir euch leider mitteilen, dass auch Sumatra-Orang-Utan Mano verstorben ist. Wegen einer unheilbaren, fortgeschrittenen Krebserkrankung musste der 47-jährige Orang-Utan heute schweren Herzens eingeschläfert werden. Über Jahrzehnte prägte er als Anführer seine Gruppe, insbesondere durch sein liebevolles Verhalten gegenüber seinem Sohn Bulan und dessen Mutter Bini. In den vergangenen Tagen beobachtete das Tierpflege-Team, dass sich Mano zunehmend veränderte. Seine Bewegungen wirkten verlangsamt und er fraß sowie trank nur noch unregelmäßig. Heute wurde eine umfangreiche Untersuchung – mittels Computertomographie (CT) – vorgenommen. Bereits im vergangenen Jahr wurden bei Mano ein bösartiger Tumor am Ohr sowie Metastasen festgestellt, die operativ entfernt wurden. Nun kehrten die Tumore zurück und auch die Lunge war inzwischen stark beeinträchtigt, was ihm das Atmen erschwerte. Bei einer durchschnittlichen Lebenserwartung von 40 - 45 Jahren hatte Mano mit seinen 47 Jahren ein stattliches Alter erreicht. Die Entscheidung, Mano einzuschläfern, fiel nach sorgfältiger Abwägung durch ein Expert*innen-Team von Zoo und Tierpark Berlin und des Leibniz-Instituts für Zoo- und Wildtierforschung (Leibniz-IZW). We regret to inform you that Sumatra orangutan Mano has also passed away. Due to an incurable, advanced cancer, the 47-year-old orangutan had to be euthanized today with a heavy heart. For decades, he shaped his group as a leader, particularly through his loving behavior toward his son Bulan and Bulan’s mother, Bini. In recent days, the animal care team observed increasing changes in Mano. His movements became slower, and he ate and drank only irregularly. Today, a comprehensive examination, including a CT scan, was conducted. Last year, Mano was diagnosed with a malignant tumor on his ear and metastases, which were surgically removed. However, the tumors have now returned, and his lungs were severely affected, making it difficult for him to breathe. #orangutan #zooberlin"
 
Haliaeetus said:
The Sumatran Orangutan Mano has passed away from cancer at the age of 47.
Zoo Berlin on Instagram: "Nach Elefant Victor und Giraffe Max müssen wir euch leider mitteilen, dass auch Sumatra-Orang-Utan Mano verstorben ist. Wegen einer unheilbaren, fortgeschrittenen Krebserkrankung musste der 47-jährige Orang-Utan heute schweren Herzens eingeschläfert werden. Über Jahrzehnte prägte er als Anführer seine Gruppe, insbesondere durch sein liebevolles Verhalten gegenüber seinem Sohn Bulan und dessen Mutter Bini. In den vergangenen Tagen beobachtete das Tierpflege-Team, dass sich Mano zunehmend veränderte. Seine Bewegungen wirkten verlangsamt und er fraß sowie trank nur noch unregelmäßig. Heute wurde eine umfangreiche Untersuchung – mittels Computertomographie (CT) – vorgenommen. Bereits im vergangenen Jahr wurden bei Mano ein bösartiger Tumor am Ohr sowie Metastasen festgestellt, die operativ entfernt wurden. Nun kehrten die Tumore zurück und auch die Lunge war inzwischen stark beeinträchtigt, was ihm das Atmen erschwerte. Bei einer durchschnittlichen Lebenserwartung von 40 - 45 Jahren hatte Mano mit seinen 47 Jahren ein stattliches Alter erreicht. Die Entscheidung, Mano einzuschläfern, fiel nach sorgfältiger Abwägung durch ein Expert*innen-Team von Zoo und Tierpark Berlin und des Leibniz-Instituts für Zoo- und Wildtierforschung (Leibniz-IZW). We regret to inform you that Sumatra orangutan Mano has also passed away. Due to an incurable, advanced cancer, the 47-year-old orangutan had to be euthanized today with a heavy heart. For decades, he shaped his group as a leader, particularly through his loving behavior toward his son Bulan and Bulan’s mother, Bini. In recent days, the animal care team observed increasing changes in Mano. His movements became slower, and he ate and drank only irregularly. Today, a comprehensive examination, including a CT scan, was conducted. Last year, Mano was diagnosed with a malignant tumor on his ear and metastases, which were surgically removed. However, the tumors have now returned, and his lungs were severely affected, making it difficult for him to breathe. #orangutan #zooberlin"
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That is sad news but a good age. How many orangutan are left in Berlin?
 
jtrbmvcq said:
That is sad news but a good age. How many orangutan are left in Berlin?
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They have Bini who is 44 and Bulan who is 15. Bulan is the son of Bini and Mano, when I visited he seemed to live on his own next to Mano and Bini. From what I understood in the announcement, they are planning to phase out the orangutans, but might also have misunderstood it as my German is not very good.
 
GamerGorilla said:
They have Bini who is 44 and Bulan who is 15. Bulan is the son of Bini and Mano, when I visited he seemed to live on his own next to Mano and Bini. From what I understood in the announcement, they are planning to phase out the orangutans, but might also have misunderstood it as my German is not very good.
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Does 0:1 Njamuk (1990) Mano x Bini not reside there anymore?
 
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