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Today Busch Gardens has announced the new “Wild Oasis Realm” in the Jungala area of the park. Including “an all-new, multi-species animal habitat for up-close encounters.” Among other non-animal addition. No mention of specific species in the press release, however in the concept art there are scenery pieces of capybara, giant anteater, toucan, parrots and a monkey of some kind.
 
TreyLuvsShoebills said:
Today Busch Gardens has announced the new “Wild Oasis Realm” in the Jungala area of the park. Including “an all-new, multi-species animal habitat for up-close encounters.” Among other non-animal addition. No mention of specific species in the press release, however in the concept art there are scenery pieces of capybara, giant anteater, toucan, parrots and a monkey of some kind.
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Thanks for posting! It's nice to see Busch Gardens opening something with animals, as the establishment recently unveiled its TENTH rollercoaster. :eek:

Here's a short article about the upcoming Wild Oasis:

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to open 'Wild Oasis' realm in 2025

The concept art (and that looks like a Squirrel Monkey to me):

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Piece of September 2024 News Worth Mentioning:

On September 3rd, it was announced that the theme park transferred 3 saddle-billed storks to the North Florida Wildlife Center in Florida.

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On September 22nd, the theme park announced that a (0.1) southern white rhino was born on September 1st which is on display in the Serengeti Plain area.

1.8K views · 69 reactions | Baby Rhino 2024 | Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | There's a new baby rhino on the Serengeti, and just in time for #WorldRhinoDay! She needs a name, and we want your help to pick it! The poll is now... | By Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | Facebook
Help Us Name Our New Baby Rhino! | Busch Gardens Tampa
 
Smaggledagle said:
On September 22nd, the theme park announced that a (0.1) southern white rhino was born on September 1st which is on display in the Serengeti Plain area.
1.8K views · 69 reactions | Baby Rhino 2024 | Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | There's a new baby rhino on the Serengeti, and just in time for #WorldRhinoDay! She needs a name, and we want your help to pick it! The poll is now... | By Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | Facebook
Help Us Name Our New Baby Rhino! | Busch Gardens Tampa
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On September 30th, the theme park announced they named the rhino Azizi.

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On November 6th, the theme park announced that 8 kangaroos (species(s) unspecified) were born which are on exhibit.

3.5K views · 75 reactions | Baby Animals Update | Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | There are so many cute new faces here at Busch Gardens! Have you seen any of them yet during your visit? | By Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | Facebook
 
TreyLuvsShoebills said:
Today Busch Gardens has announced the new “Wild Oasis Realm” in the Jungala area of the park. Including “an all-new, multi-species animal habitat for up-close encounters.” Among other non-animal addition. No mention of specific species in the press release, however in the concept art there are scenery pieces of capybara, giant anteater, toucan, parrots and a monkey of some kind.
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snowleopard said:
Thanks for posting! It's nice to see Busch Gardens opening something with animals, as the establishment recently unveiled its TENTH rollercoaster. :eek:

Here's a short article about the upcoming Wild Oasis:

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay to open 'Wild Oasis' realm in 2025

The concept art (and that looks like a Squirrel Monkey to me):

busch-gardens-tampa-wild-oasis-768x582.jpg
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On January 29th, 2025, the theme park shared some new concept art images of Wild Oasis, including one of a squirrel monkey/giant anteater/toco toucan mixed-species exhibit, as well as a capybara exhibit with underwater viewing.

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On February 27th, the theme park announced they acquired a (1.0) capybara named Rudy which is behind-the-scenes until Wild Oasis opens to the public. The theme park also announced that several other animals (species not specified) for the Wild Oasis area have arrived.

6.8K views · 115 reactions | Capybara Wellness Exam | Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | ICYMI: Wild Oasis will be home to several amazing animals, including capybaras! Join us tomorrow, February 28th at 10am in the Animal Care Center as Rudy... | By Busch Gardens Tampa Bay | Facebook
 
0.1 spotted hyena Maboga was moved to the Franklin Park Zoo.
Zoo New England on Instagram: "There’s a new set of spots in the hyena habitat—meet Maboga! This beautiful 8-year-old female came to Franklin Park Zoo from @BuschGardens Tampa Bay earlier this summer as a companion for our male spotted hyena Kai. The animal care team says she’s settled in quite well and they’re working on getting her and Kai acquainted behind the scenes. Maboga comes to us on a recommendation from the Spotted Hyena Species Survival Plan (SSP) as a pal for Kai — not a breeding recommendation. But introductions between these powerful predators need to be approached carefully, so we’re going at their pace and taking it slow. For now, Maboga—or Bogie—is getting access to the main habitat to help her gain confidence and familiarity with her new home before she is introduced to Kai. He will be spending time in the spaces behind the scenes. So swing by the hyena habitat in the Kalahari Kingdom to meet Maboga, and we’ll keep you posted on how Kai and Maboga are getting on. #FranklinParkZoo #SpottedHyena #NewArrival"
 
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