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On November 28th, the zoo announced they acquired a (0.1) striped skunk named Meadow from the Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio, and will be used as an ambassador animal.

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On February 25th, the zoo announced that they acquired a (1.0) mantled guereza named Dr. Leonard Hofstadter/Leonard from the Louisville Zoo in Kentucky in January, and is now on exhibit in the Children's Enchanted Forest.

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On March 8th, the zoo announced that due to a new case of avian influenza, Amazonia has closed to the public and all birds are now off-exhibit.

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On March 11th, the zoo announced they acquired (1.1) Geofferoy's marmosets named Kai and Margot from the Los Angeles Zoo in California and the Tulsa Zoo in Texas respectively.

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Zoofan15 said:
A male Sichuan takin was born April 9:

https://www.tristatehomepage.com/ne...-park-zoo-welcomes-jetsan-newborn-baby-takin/

The zoo welcomed Jetsan, their newest addition to the takin family. According to the zoo, their Sichuan takin named Patty gave birth to Jetsan on April 9.
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On April 28th, the zoo announced Jetsan is now on public display.

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On May 1st, the zoo announced that their (0.1) Amur tiger named Nuri will be transferred to the Erie Zoo in Pennsylvania in the coming weeks in order to extensively renovate the off-exhibit holding for the area. Their (1.0) Malayan sun bear Fong will be moved to another part of the zoo while work is going on.

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On May 23rd, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) black howler monkey was born and is now on exhibit. This birth marks the first time the species has been successfully bred at the facility.

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On May 26th, the zoo announced that they updated the entrance sign at the Discovery Center.

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On June 2nd, the zoo announced they acquired (1.1) keel-billed toucans from the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service after being confiscated from a pet trafficking case and are now on exhibit in Amazonia.

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Bactrian Deer said:
Via a Facebook comment, Sun Bear, “Fong,” is back on exhibit.

Just in time for my visit next week to Mesker Park!
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I can confirm the Sun Bear is out but not the Tiger.

Zoofan15 said:
Zoo welcomes first Humboldt penguin chick:

Mesker Park Zoo: First humboldt penguin chick hatched

The chick hatched on April 2 to the proud parents of Adrian and Chirrida.
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The Penguin was found to be a boy.
Mesker Park Zoo reveals gender of baby penguin, needs help picking name
 
Greater one-horned rhino, Rupert, will be transferred to San Diego Zoo Safari Park this fall. Another young male will be transferred into the zoo next spring.

Mesker Park Zoo on Instagram: "IT’S A MATCH! You may have noticed a large crate in the Rhinoceros exhibit outside of the Kley Memorial Building. This is because Rupert, our Indian Rhinoceros will be packing his bags to head across the country. BUT it’s for a good reason! Rupert is one of the most genetically valuable Indian Rhinoceros males in North American zoo population. As a part of ongoing efforts to help protect potentially endangered species, he will be traveling to the San Diego Zoo Safari Park this fall to breed with their females. This was recommended by the Association of Zoo & Aquarium SSP (Species Survival Plan), which are led by expert advisors who cooperatively work together to maximize genetic diversity, appropriately manage the demographic distribution and long-term sustainability of the species under human care. These plans are designed to maintain a healthy, genetically diverse population for the long-term future. To prepare for this cross-country trip, Rupert has been voluntarily crate-training with his keepers. Preparing him for the shipment will help make the day of as stress free as possible for Rupert and his care takers. We know that Rupert will be missed by staff and the community alike, as he leaves Evansville to discover his potential. However, Rupert’s contributions to the population and Indian Rhinoceros as a species will be felt for years to come. It is a privilege to be a part of his journey. After Rupert’s departure, we will be working with crews to make some small-but impactful updates before we prepare to receive a new male Indian Rhinoceros in the Spring"
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