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Keystone Safari’s new drive-thru section species list:
Llamas, guanacos, donkeys, ponies, highlander cattle, emu, Rhea, gayal, banteng, oryx, waterbuck, blackbuck, nilgai, Pere David’s Deer, Fallow Deer, Bison, yak, Gyr, eland, turkeys and more!

Coming very soon to the drive-thru section:
Zebras and Elk.
 
Keystone Safari’s new drive-thru section species list:
Llamas, guanacos, donkeys, ponies, highlander cattle, emu, Rhea, gayal, banteng, oryx, waterbuck, blackbuck, nilgai, Pere David’s Deer, Fallow Deer, Bison, yak, Gyr, eland, turkeys and more!

Coming very soon to the drive-thru section:
Zebras and Elk.
Gyr is a breed of Zebu according to Google. What type of oryx?
 
2023 News:

On April 26th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) domestic cow (breed not specified) was born.

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On April 2nd, it was announced that a (0.1) generic giraffe named Tucker was transferred to the Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park in Michigan.

Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park

On April 9th, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) addax named Alex was born.

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The new giant anteater habitat and the new indoor/outdoor African penguin habitat. They debuted this past weekend their safari trucks to take guests through the drive-thru section. As soon as June, the cars will no longer to be able to drive through the drive-thru section. Only the safari trucks will be allowed. The new tiger habitat will open later this year. The tigers at Living Treasures Moraine are relocating to their sister park for a new larger habitat.
 
The new giant anteater habitat and the new indoor/outdoor African penguin habitat. They debuted this past weekend their safari trucks to take guests through the drive-thru section. As soon as June, the cars will no longer to be able to drive through the drive-thru section. Only the safari trucks will be allowed. The new tiger habitat will open later this year. The tigers at Living Treasures Moraine are relocating to their sister park for a new larger habitat.

Well that sucks, about the drive thru part!
 
The reason they are changing it is for the safety of the animals. Plus the cars were feeding the short list of animals they are advised not to because of their temperament. the safari truck ride is enjoyable.

Here is an article on the vehicles.

Former Wagon Trails safari trucks moving to Keystone Safari in Grove City

There are dozens of safaris across the country, most don't have those issues because they do a good job policing what's going on. If you don't want people feeding the zebras, make sure people understand that and kick them out if they do it anyway, or put the zebras behind a fence. I am not comfortable riding in a vehicle like that; it's why I haven't gotten around to visiting several places in PA and have never done the safari at Catoctin.
 
On June 23rd, the zoo announced that (0.0.2+?) llamas, (0.0.2+?) Nubian goats, and (0.0.2+?) Nigerian dwarf goats were born.

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On June 22nd, the zoo announced that (0.0.2) Bactrian camels named Danny and Saude, as well as (0.0.1+?) dromedary camels were born.

Keystone Safari - Our Bactrian Camel calves, Danny and...

On June 23rd, the zoo announced that a (1.0) king vulture hatched and was later named Maverick.

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On September 7th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) domestic yak named Micheal Yakson/Mini Mike was born the week prior and is on exhibit.

⚡️ Born last week in our Drive-thru section, our newest yak calf was off to a rough start until our crew intervened. ⚡️ Meet Micheal Yakson, also known... | By Keystone Safari | Facebook

On October 9th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) domestic water buffalo named Bubba passed away at age 18 due to natural causes.

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On December 1st, the zoo announced that a (1.0) Gyr cow named Johnny Calf was born.

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On December 7th, the zoo announced that (0.0.2) llamas named Eleanor and Rory were born on November 24th and December 6th respectively.

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On August 26th, the zoo announced that a (0.1) generic giraffe was born and later named Keyari.

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On September 29th, the zoo announced that they acquired a (0.1) moose named Salix.

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On September 7th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) domestic yak named Micheal Yakson/Mini Mike was born the week prior and is on exhibit.

⚡️ Born last week in our Drive-thru section, our newest yak calf was off to a rough start until our crew intervened. ⚡️ Meet Micheal Yakson, also known... | By Keystone Safari | Facebook

On October 9th, the zoo announced that a (1.0) domestic water buffalo named Bubba passed away at age 18 due to natural causes.

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On December 1st, the zoo announced that a (1.0) Gyr cow named Johnny Calf was born.

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On December 7th, the zoo announced that (0.0.2) llamas named Eleanor and Rory were born on November 24th and December 6th respectively.

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On August 26th, the zoo announced that a (0.1) generic giraffe was born and later named Keyari.

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On September 29th, the zoo announced that they acquired a (0.1) moose named Salix.

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A moose?! Why the heck was she sent there and not to one of the places established in taking in orphans?!
 
On July 2nd, 2024, the zoo announced that 2+? miniature donkeys were born.

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On July 21st, the zoo announced that 4 dromedary camels (named Alice, Amina, Anya, and Duke), 3 Nigerian dwarf goats (named Callie, Finn, and Waffles), 2 Nubian goats (named Ren and Rocky), and a domestic yak named Sadie were all born which are all on exhibit.

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On March 17th, 2024, the zoo announced their (0.1) king vulture named Tasha turned 50 years old.

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On May 22nd, the zoo announced they acquired (0.1.1+?) generic tigers from Living Treasures Wild Animal Park* in Pennsylvania which are on exhibit.

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On June 26th, the zoo announced they opened a new exhibit for Sichuan takins to the public, which is located next to the generic tigers.

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On July 2nd, the zoo announced that 3 Pere David's deer and 2+ common elands were born.

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On July 7th, the zoo announced they opened new admission booths for season pass holders and online orders.

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*Which Living Treasures park was not stated, it could be either Laurel Highlands or Moraine, or both).
 
On July 2nd, 2024, the zoo announced that 2+? miniature donkeys were born.

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On July 21st, the zoo announced that 4 dromedary camels (named Alice, Amina, Anya, and Duke), 3 Nigerian dwarf goats (named Callie, Finn, and Waffles), 2 Nubian goats (named Ren and Rocky), and a domestic yak named Sadie were all born which are all on exhibit.

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On March 17th, 2024, the zoo announced their (0.1) king vulture named Tasha turned 50 years old.

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On May 22nd, the zoo announced they acquired (0.1.1+?) generic tigers from Living Treasures Wild Animal Park* in Pennsylvania which are on exhibit.

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On June 26th, the zoo announced they opened a new exhibit for Sichuan takins to the public, which is located next to the generic tigers.

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On July 2nd, the zoo announced that 3 Pere David's deer and 2+ common elands were born.

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On July 7th, the zoo announced they opened new admission booths for season pass holders and online orders.

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*Which Living Treasures park was not stated, it could be either Laurel Highlands or Moraine, or both).

Moraine. Keystone Safari and Living Treasures Moraine have the same owner. Laurel Highlands is owned by a different family member. Keystone and Moraine have been switching animals. Larger animals tend to go to Keystone with some exceptions. Moraine is currently going through a renovation process.
 
On January 3rd, the zoo announced that a Highland cow named Snickers and a dwarf zebu named Poppy were born which are on exhibit.

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On February 28th, it was reported that the zoo transferred (0.2) Pere David's deer to the Erie Zoo in Pennsylvania.

Erie Zoo: The new animals, event and improved exhibits in 2025

On March 18th, it was reported that the zoo started construction on a new playground near the tiger exhibit, as well as new exhibits for "5 new species" that will open in summer.

https://www.wkbn.com/news/local-news/grove-city-news/keystone-safari-gets-ready-to-reopen-this-week/

On March 27th, the zoo announced that a (0.1) zebra (species not specified) named Zuri was born which is now on exhibit.

7.3K views · 141 reactions | Meet Zuri, our adorable zebra filly! This sweet little one is full of personality and loves to show off in our Drive-Thru Safari! You can catch a... | By Keystone Safari | Facebook
 
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