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[Smaggledagle]

On May 20th, the zoo announced that many babies were born in the past couple of months, including a (0.0.1) plains zebra, (0.0.2) fennec foxes, (0.0.2+) American alligators, and other unspecific animals.

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On May 26th, the zoo announced they acquired a (1.0) southern ground hornbill named Tully as well as (0.2) marabou storks named Alex and Cambry, both species which are now on exhibit.

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[Smaggledagle]

On June 16th, the zoo announced they moved their (1.0) green-winged macaw named Sam to the salmon-crested cockatoo exhibit.

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On July 12th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) bobcat named Ash was born.

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[Smaggledagle]

On August 12th, the zoo announced they acquired (1.2) Javan langurs named Leonardo, Bernadette, and Brie which are now on exhibit next to the mandrills.

We are so excited to... - Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park

 

[Smaggledagle]

On August 27th, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) plains zebra was born and is now on exhibit.

We have a new baby Zebra!... - Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park

On September 24th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) generic giraffe was born on August 29th and is now on exhibit.

To say we are overjoyed... - Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park
Baby Giraffe Update: Our... - Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park

 

[Smaggledagle]

On September 24th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) generic giraffe was born on August 29th and is now on exhibit.

To say we are overjoyed... - Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park
Baby Giraffe Update: Our... - Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park

On October 14th, the zoo announced its name, Tucker Jr/TJ/Tuck.

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On November 13th, the zoo announced that a (0.1) South American tapir was born on November 6th.

Our Tapir family has... - Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park

 

[Eletan888]

Hey! Does anyone happen to know if the park still has black wildebeest?

 

[Smaggledagle]

On March 24th, 2024, the zoo announced they acquired (0.0.2) bald eagles which will be on exhibit on opening day.

https://www.facebook.com/BoulderRid...DZbHYJRB3MeFhmQfPgkjU6i9TF23b44Hgqh8YKjGHaMHl

 

[Rhino0118]

Hey! Does anyone happen to know if the park still has black wildebeest?

As of my last visit in August of 2023, they still had two Black Wildebeests.

 

[Rhino0118]

On June 27th, the park announced the arrival of (1.3.1) Red-faced Spider Monkeys Belinda, Bunny, Bubbles, and Hugh, who have already welcomed a newborn baby to the family.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/8ak1djKQTzqViHEr/

 

[Kifaru Bwana]

On June 27th, the park announced the arrival of (1.3.1) Red-faced Spider Monkeys Belinda, Bunny, Bubbles, and Hugh, who have already welcomed a newborn baby to the family.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/8ak1djKQTzqViHEr/

That is a nice breeding result. Is it known what the source of the red-face spider monkeys is?
(Brazilian or Guyanian/Venezuelan stock???).

 

[Rhino0118]

That is a nice breeding result. Is it known what the source of the red-face spider monkeys is?
(Brazilian or Guyanian/Venezuelan stock???).

I was not able to find any info on where they came from.

 

[Rhino0118]

On July 7, the park announced the arrival of two White-handed Gibbons named Gilligan and Donnie.

 

[Nile Hippo Expert]

A female giraffe calf was born just before Christmas.
https://www.centredaily.com/news/nation-world/national/article297939353.html

 

[dillotest0]

Does anyone know anything about this?
I am intrigued.

 

[USZOOfan42]

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Does anyone know anything about this?
I am intrigued.

Must be a mistake on the ID, I can’t find anything supporting this aside from the USDA report. But, they used to have a safari ride with many unique rarities including black wildebeest. I first visited in 2015 and I also visited in 2022. I wonder if @Rhino0118 or even @snowleopard know something of this.

 

[Rhino0118]

Must be a mistake on the ID, I can’t find anything supporting this aside from the USDA report. But, they used to have a safari ride with many unique rarities including black wildebeest. I first visited in 2015 and I also visited in 2022. I wonder if @Rhino0118 or even @snowleopard know something of this.

I have certainly never seen a Giant Forest Hog at Boulder Ridge on any of my visits (2017, 2022, 2023, and 2024). I can't say for sure whether or not they ever had them, but I doubt they do currently, and certainly not on display as of my July 2024 visit. They do still have Black Wildebeest. I saw three individuals on my last visit.

 

[Kifaru Bwana]

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Does anyone know anything about this?
I am intrigued.

Forget about that one ...., I think it is a misnomer and loose entry only. I expect it be much more in line if in all actuality red river hogs were the real article. But heaven knows ... what transpired here!!!!

 

[Rhino0118]

On April 23rd, the park announced the arrival of 1.0 Indian Rhinoceros MJ from the Tanganyika Wildlife Park. He is now the only Indian Rhino in Michigan.

Introducing MJ – Our New Indian Rhino at Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park! - Grand Rapids Zoo - Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park

 

[Nile Hippo Expert]

Baby Eland born recently.
Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park on Instagram: "Aww we had a beautiful new baby Eland born and both baby and mother are doing great! We hope you can come meet them soon :)"