On November 9th, the center announced they built a new exhibit for cotton-top tamarins.
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On December 18th, the center announced they acquired (1.1) cotton-top tamarins which are now on exhibit.
4.3K views · 61 reactions | Welcome home! Our critically endangered cotton-topped tamarins have arrived! Watch as our team carefully introduces this breeding pair into their habitat, ensuring their safety with masks due to their sensitivity to zoonotic diseases. These tiny primates play a big role in conservation, and we’re thrilled to be part of their journey! Stay tuned for updates on their story! | North Florida Wildlife Center
On December 19th, the center announced they transferred their (0.1) grey crowned crane named Cleo to the Chase Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservancy in Florida.
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On December 21st, the center announced they acquired a collared aracari.
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On December 22nd, the center announced they transferred their (1.0) lesser sulphur-crested cockatoo named Sunny to another unspecified facility.
1.9K views · 30 reactions | We are excited to announce that Sunny, our critically endangered lesser sulphur-crested cockatoo, has been selected to participate in a breeding program to help maintain the genetic diversity of this disappearing species. While we will certainly miss having him here, his move represents an incredible opportunity to contribute to the survival of his species!
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On December 22nd, the center announced they transferred their (1.0) lesser sulphur-crested cockatoo named Sunny to another unspecified facility.
1.9K views · 30 reactions | We are excited to announce that Sunny, our critically endangered lesser sulphur-crested cockatoo, has been selected to participate in a breeding program to help maintain the genetic diversity of this disappearing species. While we will certainly miss having him here, his move represents an incredible opportunity to contribute to the survival of his species!
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On December 30th, the center announced they named the tamarins Einstein and Elsa.
5.6K views · 52 reactions | Our cotton-topped tamarins have names! Introducing: Einstein and Elsa!
| North Florida Wildlife CenterOn January 1st, 2025, the center announced the aracari's sex (1.0) and name, Mango.
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On January 2nd, the center announced they transferred their (1.0) white-tailed sea eagle Apollo to another unspecified facility.
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On January 9th, the center announced they acquired a (1.0) melanistic augur buzzard named Lucifer which is now on exhibit.
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Recently, it was announced that the center welcomed (1.0*) Indigo and (0.1*) Sapphire, a pair of Blue-Bellied Rollers from the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens.
It was also mentioned that the pair settled in well and will cohabitate with their Von Der Decken’s Hornbills in a mixed setting.
*their sexes weren’t mentioned in my source (Instagram), but I assume they’re a male-female pair.
It was also mentioned that the pair settled in well and will cohabitate with their Von Der Decken’s Hornbills in a mixed setting.
*their sexes weren’t mentioned in my source (Instagram), but I assume they’re a male-female pair.
To quote @King of Komodo Dragons’s announcement on the respective news thread*. The center has confirmed the arrival of a 27-strong colony of Straw-Colored Fruit Bats from the Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens.
*see above
On February 12th, the center announced they acquired (0.2) black-and-white ruffed lemurs. The center also announced they started construction on a new exhibit for their ruffed lemurs which is expected to be completed in March.
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Recently, the center announced the birth of their first ever tamarin infant*, who was born to first-time parents (1.0) Einstein and (0.1) Elsa!
[Edit] *currently, the infant is unsexed (0.0.1)
On March 4th, the center announced that a (1.0) Nigerian dwarf goat was born and later named Monterey Jack.
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On March 5th, the center announced they named the lemurs Anja and Raina.
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On March 11th, the center announced that a ring-tailed lemur was born.
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On March 16th, the center announced they acquired a (1.0) American white pelican named Gill from Raptor Education Group, Inc. in Wisconsin after it got entangled in fishing line causing permanent damage to one of its wings.
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On March 19th, the center announced that (2.0) Nigerian dwarf goats named Habanero Jack and Pepper Jack were born a couple days prior which are now on exhibit.
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On March 19th, the center announced they acquired a (1.0) blue-throated piping guan named Guan Solo from the Mississippi Aquarium in Mississippi which is now on exhibit.
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On March 26th, the center announced they named the ring-tailed lemur Zava. On April 2nd, the center sexed the lemur as (1.0).
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44K views · 1.7K reactions | This just in - Zava is a boy! His name means “nature” in Malagasy, and he’s already living up to it, full of energy and curiosity. Watch him play in his mama’s lap in this adorable moment! | North Florida Wildlife Center
On April 2nd, the center also announced they acquired a (1.0) southern ground hornbill named Zuko.
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Recently, the center announced the birth of 0.0.3 Grey Fox kits, who were born to non-releasable parents Cypress and Willow.
Finally, as to what I found to be the most interesting news, the center recently broke ground on a mysterious major project, with the center vaguely teasing that something “big” is coming their way.
Since I first covered the birth, the tamarin infant was confirmed to be a male and has since been named (1.0) Echo.
Finally, as to what I found to be the most interesting news, the center recently broke ground on a mysterious major project, with the center vaguely teasing that something “big” is coming their way.
On April 14th, the zoo announced they opened the new straw-colored fruit bat exhibit to the public.
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On April 18th, the zoo announced they acquired a (0.1) white-tailed sea-eagle hatchling named Sia.
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On April 18th, the zoo announced they acquired a (0.1) white-tailed sea-eagle hatchling named Sia.
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As of today (April 28th), the center announced the arrival of a male Edward’s Pheasant* from the St. Augustine Alligator Farm.
*labeled by the center as a “Vietnamese” Pheasant
*labeled by the center as a “Vietnamese” Pheasant
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Also on April 28th, the zoo announced that Irwin passed away due to an issue during a routine procedure.
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On April 29th, the zoo announced they acquired 2 emus named Doodle and Noodle from ZooWorld Panama City Beach in Florida which are now on exhibit.
2.8K views · 179 reactions | Today we welcomed two baby emu siblings from our friends at Zoo World! Emu are one of the largest living birds in the world and belong to an ancient group of flightless birds known as ratites. Native to Australia, emu are known for their curious and playful nature. Come meet Noodle and Doodle - and watch their playful antics near the goat enclosure! | North Florida Wildlife Center
On April 30th, the zoo announced they acquired (2.0) radiated tortoises from Tracy Aviary in Utah which are now on display in the ring-tailed lemur exhibit.
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On May 8th, the zoo announced they started construction on a new Small Bird Complex.
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On May 9th, the zoo announced they acquired a (1.0) emerald toucanet named Kiwi which is now temporarily an animal ambassador.
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On May 9th, the zoo announced they acquired a (1.0) emerald toucanet named Kiwi which is now temporarily an animal ambassador.
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Recently, the center announced the exciting arrival of (1.0) Lance, a Northern Helmeted Curassow from the Milwaukee County Zoo!