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[Daktari JG]

Great program where students rear alligator snappers to head start
‘A face only its mother could love’: Ugly, cranky, endangered alligator snapping turtles get boost from Illinois students, who raise and release them into the wild

simply fantastic

 

[Milwaukee Man]

Female Amur tiger Sasha was moved to Louisville last week.

Sasha, Peoria Zoo's female tiger, has a new home in Louisville - WEEK

 

[Smaggledagle]

News between December 23rd, 2019-December 31st, 2021:

On June 1st, 2020, it was reported that on the evening of May 31st, intruders broke a lock and set (0.0.2) domestic donkeys loose. Both donkeys have been safely returned.

Peoria Zoo broken into, donkeys released but safely returned | CIProud.com

On July 2nd, it was reported that an employee of Peoria Park District found a bag containing cremated remains of a person on a bench right outside of the zoo.

Cremated remains found outside Peoria Zoo; Coroner’s Office hoping to reconnect remains with family | CIProud.com

On August 28th, it was reported that a (0.1) black-handed spider monkey named Agnes has passed away at age 48 and died from cancer.

Agnes the spider monkey, dead at 48

On May 24th, 2021 the zoo announced that their Tropical Building has now been reopened to the public with some modifications, including plexiglass in the primate exhibits.

Tropics Building Opening

 

[Smaggledagle]

On March 15th, 2022, it was reported that the zoo has put in several safety protocols due to the presence of avian influenzas, such as postponing animal ambassador appearances, increased cleaning, and removing a few animals from their public exhibits.

Peoria Zoo react to local avian flu cases | CIProud.com

 

[Milwaukee Man]

Burmese python Louise was moved to a new enclosure.

Python gets a new home at the Peoria Zoo

Based on the provided picture, correct me if I’m wrong, but is her new home the wrinkled hornbill aviary in that room at the end of the hallway?

 

[Smaggledagle]

On July 12th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) mandrill named Brody passed away on July 8th.

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[Austin the Sengi]

While I am aware of the fact that my following question is indeed, a bit off-topic; and although I am not too certain if they still have them around on display. I am still curious to know if the Peoria Zoo continues to display Black-and-Rufous Sengis (Rhynchocyon petersi) as of this past year (2022); and if not, then what other species did the zoo decide on to initially replace them.

 

[Smaggledagle]

On July 1st, 2023, it was reported that a (1.0) black-headed spider monkey named Butch turned 50.

Peoria Zoo celebrates Butch’s 50th birthday, making him one of the oldest spider monkeys

On August 29th, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) mandrill was born on August 19th. The zoo also announced they acquired a (1.0) mandrill named Linus (who was the father of said baby) earlier in the year.

Peoria Zoo - The Peoria Zoo is excited to announce the...

 

[Elena]

The zoo announced today that Arthur the male lion sadly had to be euthanized yesterday due to a decrease in his quality of life following a lymphoma diagnosis earlier this year:

https://www.centralillinoisproud.com/news/local-news/peoria-zoo-announces-death-of-its-lion-arthur/

 

[Smaggledagle]

Piece of 2023 News Not Mentioned:

On August 29th, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) mandrill was born on August 19th.

On October 18th, the zoo announced its gender (0.1) and name, River.

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On February 19th, 2024, it was announced that the zoo acquired (0.0.11+) budgerigars from the Miller Park Zoo in Illinois the week prior which will be on exhibit in spring.

Miller Park Zoo

On February 29th, the zoo announced they installed a new sign for photo opportunities.

Peoria Zoo

 

[Nile Hippo Expert]

Taji, the zoo's 17-year-old male giraffe, was humanely euthanized yesterday after he was unable to stand.
Peoria Zoo mourns loss of male giraffe

 

[brown bear 555]

While I am aware of the fact that my following question is indeed, a bit off-topic; and although I am not too certain if they still have them around on display. I am still curious to know if the Peoria Zoo continues to display Black-and-Rufous Sengis (Rhynchocyon petersi) as of this past year (2022); and if not, then what other species did the zoo decide on to initially replace them.

I was asking the same question, whether they still have them or not and also if they still have zebra mice, African rocky python, and dung beetles,

 

[Milwaukee Man]

Tecalli, one of the female Grevy’s zebras, has died.

Peoria Zoo zebra Tecalli dies at age 27 after medical procedure

 

[brown bear 555]

do they still have the following:
african rock python
dung beetle
zebra mice
black and white elephant shrew

 

[Nile Hippo Expert]

1.0 generic giraffe "Fitzniklas" has arrived from the Memphis Zoo.
Young giraffe from Memphis finds new home in Peoria Zoo

 

[Daktari JG]

Who the Hell names their baby giraffe "Fitzniklas" ?

 

[Nile Hippo Expert]

Who the Hell names their baby giraffe "Fitzniklas" ?

He is usually just called Fitz; Niklas is his father's name, so that is probably how he ended up with that full name.

 

[Daktari JG]

that actually makes complete sense then

 

[Milwaukee Man]

Emy the giraffe recently underwent surgery to have an eye removed due to an infection, but she is recovering and adjusting very well.

Peoria Zoo giraffe, ‘Emy’ recovering after recent eye surgery

 

[Zoofan15]

A Mandrill infant was born July 30:

From socials:

We’re thrilled to announce the birth of a new mandrill infant at the Peoria Zoo!

Born on July 30, 2025 this little one is the latest addition to our growing mandrill horde, joining mom Kofola, dad Linus, big sister River, and “Aunt” Tara.