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The Dallas Zoo has partnered with Sahara Conservation, donating $15,000 to the organization help provide healthcare to pastoralist communities in Niger. Both organizations are committed to working together to help protect wildlife and wild places while supporting the indigenous communities of the Saharo-Sahel region.
 
A flock of white-fronted bee-eaters is now on display in the Forest Aviary in the Wilds of Africa.

White-fronted bee-eaters have arrived at the zoo's Forest Aviary. The zoo has been working to introduce this species to the aviary for over 30 years.
See above. I posted about the bee-eaters on the previous page. They’ve been on exhibit for a few weeks now.
 
Recently 2 Madagascar crested ibises hatched, this is the second time that this breeding pair has had chicks!

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On August 6th, the zoo announced that the ibises are now on exhibit in the Forest Aviary.

Dallas Zoo - Madagascar crested ibis chicks and parents | Facebook | By Dallas Zoo | The two Madagascar crested ibis chicks that hatched back in May (with the less brightly-colored plumage) are slowly beginning to explore the Forest...
 
I popped into the zoo for a few hours today and have a few updates-- there is construction underway in the former cheetah run yard in ZooNorth…
The construction on the old cheetah run yard looks like it is almost finished. The landscaping looks pretty much done and a brand new holding building looks to be nearing completion as well.
 
The construction on the old cheetah run yard looks like it is almost finished. The landscaping looks pretty much done and a brand new holding building looks to be nearing completion as well.

What will the exhibit hold? I’m gonna be there this week so it’ll be interesting to see what they did with the boring yard. Zoo North could use more energy.
 
What will the exhibit hold? I’m gonna be there this week so it’ll be interesting to see what they did with the boring yard. Zoo North could use more energy.
They haven’t officially announced what will be moving in, so I’ll just say that it’s a species that fits in geographically with most of the surrounding species… I agree, though — it’ll be nice for the zoo to finally be filling an empty exhibit instead of creating more of them. I’m not sure how much energy, this species will bring, but it will be a welcome addition all the same. I hope you enjoy your visit!
 
They haven’t officially announced what will be moving in, so I’ll just say that it’s a species that fits in geographically with most of the surrounding species… I agree, though — it’ll be nice for the zoo to finally be filling an empty exhibit instead of creating more of them. I’m not sure how much energy, this species will bring, but it will be a welcome addition all the same. I hope you enjoy your visit!

That narrows it down a bit :) Thanks. It should be a fun little trip.
 
They haven’t officially announced what will be moving in, so I’ll just say that it’s a species that fits in geographically with most of the surrounding species… I agree, though — it’ll be nice for the zoo to finally be filling an empty exhibit instead of creating more of them. I’m not sure how much energy, this species will bring, but it will be a welcome addition all the same. I hope you enjoy your visit!
Why do I think it's gonna house maned wolves?
 
It was a very hot September day at the zoo today, but that does not mean it was an uneventful day! African elephant bull “Tendaji” was on exhibit in the South Savanna habitat with cows “Mlilo” and “Zola”and adolescent male “Ajabu” today, and he was observed showing quite a bit of interest in “Zola” — including some mounting attempts. Hopefully, his attempts will eventually no longer be attempts, as a calf on the ground at Dallas from “Zola” would be extremely beneficial for the population.
 
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On June 30th, it was announced that the zoo received $156,749 from the US Fish and Wildlife Service and the AZA for the care of endangered species.

More Than $9 Million Awarded for Endangered Species Care During Pandemic | U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service
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On August 24th, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) white-cheeked gibbon was born on August 11th.

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=433760718782012&set=a.206183841539702

On September 22nd, the zoo announced its gender (1.0) and name, Kip.

Meet Kip! | MEET KIP! Our charming white-cheeked gibbon baby looks a lot different than just a few weeks ago, and he now has a name! In an ode to being born on the... | By Dallas Zoo | Facebook

On September 23rd, the zoo announced they have transferred their (1.0) mandrill named Obi to another AZA facility.

https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=454958136662270&set=a.206183841539702
 
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