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[JVM]

Sorry I meant the outdoor habitats.

Cool, I follow. They have been under construction and set to open this summer.

 

[MeiLover]

According to an email I got to renew my membership, the Ferris wheel will be returning this year. Date TBD.

 

[Sasha I]

Sorry I meant the outdoor habitats.

They are already 70-80% completed. the next step is the pachyderm house and Australia presumably

 

[wilson]

The zoo recently welcomed Kellan, a male African painted dog, to the pack.

 

[wilson]

On February 25, a female nyala calf was born at the zoo.

 

[MeiLover]

According to an email I got to renew my membership, the Ferris wheel will be returning this year. Date TBD.

The Ferris wheel is now being reconstructed and will be a permanent addition to the zoo. It will be open late next week through Labor Day. Very excited to see construction of Tropical Forests from above again.

 

[MeiLover]

Made a short visit today. Noticed that a Utila Island iguana is on display in The Swamp.

 

[JVM]

The Ferris wheel is now being reconstructed and will be a permanent addition to the zoo. It will be open late next week through Labor Day. Very excited to see construction of Tropical Forests from above again.

I'm really glad to hear this. I was excited to try the ferris wheel last year and didn't end up making it so glad to know I'll have more chances.

 

[pachyderm pro]

Here's a look at the gorillas exploring their new indoor exhibit, as well as some other details about Tropical Forests.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago - Brookfield Zoo Chicago Press Room

 

[Tapir Master]

Here's a look at the gorillas exploring their new indoor exhibit, as well as some other details about Tropical Forests.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago - Brookfield Zoo Chicago Press Room

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Very nice, it seems they are really enjoying the new space. Just not too long until summer when the expansion is open to the public with all the plants grown.

 

[wilson]

Brookfield Zoo Chicago welcomes spring babies you can visit this summer

Article about recent births at the zoo.
-2 Humboldt penguin chicks
-1 kangaroo Joey
-1 nyala calf

Also mentions-Lake Titicaca frogs, Saffron finches and Silver-Beaked tanagers.

 

[pachyderm pro]

Brookfield Zoo Chicago welcomes spring babies you can visit this summer

Article about recent births at the zoo.
-2 Humboldt penguin chicks
-1 kangaroo Joey
-1 nyala calf

Also mentions-Lake Titicaca frogs, Saffron finches and Silver-Beaked tanagers.

The official press release from the zoo also mentions that binturong cubs are expected anon, as well as the birth of six emperor spotted newts.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago - Brookfield Zoo Chicago Press Room

 

[wild boar]

birth of six emperor spotted newts.

Well technically they would have hatched, but I suppose there's a first time for everything...

 

[Mera]

hey everyone! i was at the zoo yesterday with some friends and we noticed that the pallas cats in deserts edge have been moved around a bit as part of a breeding project. both sides of the exhibit are now dedicated to the pallas cats, apparently. anyone know what happened to the ocelot? couldn't find any information online ‍

 

[pachyderm pro]

hey everyone! i was at the zoo yesterday with some friends and we noticed that the pallas cats in deserts edge have been moved around a bit as part of a breeding project. both sides of the exhibit are now dedicated to the pallas cats, apparently. anyone know what happened to the ocelot? couldn't find any information online ‍

The ocelot was transferred to Elmwood Park Zoo late last year.

Rio, New Ocelot, Arrives At Elmwood Park Zoo

 

[Mera]

The ocelot was transferred to Elmwood Park Zoo late last year.

Rio, New Ocelot, Arrives At Elmwood Park Zoo

thanks!! sad to see it go. feels like all my favorite deserts edge animals have been disappearing!! i still miss the black footed cat lol. glad they're in places more important for their preservation though!

 

[JVM]

Brookfield Zoo Chicago Offers Complimentary Admission for Low-Income Families through Museums for All

Brookfield Zoo Chicago is offering complimentary admission for low-income families through Museums for All, a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) that aims to ensure that every family and child has access to a high-quality experience at cultural institutions.

This new benefit builds on the Zoo’s Zoo for All initiative, which aims to offer meaningful experiences to all Brookfield Zoo Chicago guests in a modern, inclusive and accessible environment. Zoo for All is the Zoo’s commitment to remove barriers to access and learning, serving as one of seven commitments anchoring its Next Century Plan.

Starting today, community members receiving food assistance (SNAP) benefits can receive complimentary admission to Brookfield Zoo Chicago—including the much-anticipated, first-ever Spring Fest taking place this weekend on April 12 and 13. With the presentation of a SNAP Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card (known in Illinois as a Link card) on site, free admission will be provided for up to four guests per card per day. Parking, add-on experiences, event tickets and attractions are not included.

“We want all community members to feel like Brookfield Zoo Chicago is a place for them—a welcoming environment to explore, learn and connect with wildlife and nature,” said John Buranosky, Brookfield Zoo Chicago vice president of guest and member services. “Joining Museums for All is one more way we’re making sure that cost isn’t a barrier for guests to walk through our arches and have these meaningful experiences.”

Not animal news but a welcome move that will make the zoo more accessible to the public, particularly struggling families!

 

[Cat-Man]

Great news!

 

[wilson]

“WHAT A ZOO: The White House’s Department of Government Efficiency office has targeted a behavioral diversity program to be cut from Brookfield Zoo. Problem is, it has nothing to do with diversity, equity and inclusion in the traditional DEI sense.”

https://www.politico.com/newsletter...25/04/15/doge-targets-brookfield-zoo-00290522

 

[StoppableSan]

“WHAT A ZOO: The White House’s Department of Government Efficiency office has targeted a behavioral diversity program to be cut from Brookfield Zoo. Problem is, it has nothing to do with diversity, equity and inclusion in the traditional DEI sense.”

https://www.politico.com/newsletter...25/04/15/doge-targets-brookfield-zoo-00290522

The only reason it's called that is because of the memecoin. Possibly the most shameless grift in a long line of shameless grifts, and that's the tip of the iceberg with what they've deemed "waste, fraud and abuse".