Toronto Zoo Fact of the Week.

I'm not to sure it may seem odd but thats what I was told.
 
I was just thinking, how would the zoo go about introducing another primate species in with the gorillas, since I don't think they've had that much exposure to other species (aside from humans)?
 
I know Calgary Zoo successfully completed this task (colobus mixed with there gorillas) so its possible

Also, the monkeys are quicker and smaller, so escape options for them would be higher (Climbing faster and higher in the outdoor exhibit, jumping away)

Another option would be to leave the doors slightly open to the holding area (A sort of "creep) so that monkeys could get under and in, but not the gorillas
 
Got it :) I think a DeBrazza's, Colobus, Patas (previously displayed species!) or Swamp Monkeys (just to name a few) would be great species to exhibit with the gorillas. I love a good mixed species exhibit.
 
All sounds good, another species would be great! The next update will be Amphibians and Reptiles!
 
Americas Pavilion:
Amphibians and Reptiles:

Surplus:
- All Boas
- Poison Dart Frogs - with breeding

Acquire:
- 0.2 bearded dragon
- 3.1 red tail boas
- Eyelash viper
- Gila Monester (hope all goes well)
- Tiger Salamander

Breed:
- Surniam toads (they are doing a great job)
- Axolotl
- Mata mata (to breed in Spring 2010)
- Poison Dart Frogs
- Tiger Rat Snake
- Desert Lizard

Future Species:
- Ontario Amphibians and reptiles
- Anaconda
- River Turtle
- Coqui
- Wyoming Toad (at the zoo, currently not on display)
- Giant Anole
- Blind Salamander
- Marsupial Frog
- Sky Frogs, Snake and Lizards
- Jungle River Turtles
 
I believe so Meaghan. Another thing to add is that Rosi is going to be leaving us to go to the Louisville Zoo in Feb. 2010. :(
 
I've been trying to figure this thread out. Is this known information, or a "what I would do if I could" sort of thing?
 
This is known information. It is planned however it may not happen due to various reasons.
 
Yeah, that will be good for her. Hope she doe's well during the move

She will most likely be living with stellar or harbour seals in Glacier Run
 
That is probably where she will end up.

Something to add:
African Birds:
- Ostrich, white-headed vulture, grey-necked crowned crane (mate being sought)
- Breeding Marabou Stork

Americas:
- Acquire 1.1 Capybara! YES!
- Acquire 0.0.2 Brazilian Agouti

Americas Pavilion:
Fish and Marine Invertabrates:

Surplus:
-Teardrop Angelfish juv.

Acquire:
- Marine fish such as decorated varbonnet, scuplins, etc.
- Freshwater Rays
- Amazon Species
- Octopus
- Atlantic Salmon
- Eastern Sand Darter
- American Eel
- Live plants to decorate all exhibits

Breed:
- Teardrop Angelfish
- Apistongramma sp.
- Goodeids
- Redside Dace
- Atlantic Salmon

Future Species:
- Replacement for Blind Cavefish (Sad to hear that)
- Reintroduce to freshwater rays to collections

Invertebrates:
Surplus:
- Surplus is species breed

Acquire:
- Aquatic inverts.

Breed:
- Bred to maintain colonies

Future Species:
- Spiders
- Tropical Species

Mayan Temple and Tundra Trek Next!
 
SO HAPPY to hear about the capybara! We haven't had a birth since 1998 (I think) so if they breed, that would be awesome. Can't wait to find out where they will live in the zoo
 
So happy to hear of the return of the Capybara -- and the freshwater rays! I remember them back in the mid 90's and before. I believe they were housed by the Octopus.

Looking forward to the Mayan Temple and Tundra Trek updates!
 
I would really like them to open up the marine room in the American Pavilion sometime soon! I would like to see capybara again. I can't remember what they look like.
 
I know :( I miss the Octopus - glad to see they're getting them again!

Here's a fine example of a Capybara :) I could be wrong but I think they also have them in the zoo in High Park.

 
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