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[Zoofan15]

A White-naped crane has hatched:

It’s the first hatching of this species in the zoo’s history.

Red River Zoo welcomes new baby White-Naped Crane

The mother in the exhibit was brought in three years ago and is currently sitting on top of another egg. Zoo keepers are closely monitoring the progress of the second egg.

 

[Zoofan15]

Pride of the Prairie opens:

Red River Zoo opens Pride of the Prairie Exhibit featuring 'precious' bison

On Thursday, June 1, the Red River Zoo opened its long-awaited Scheels Pride of the Prairie exhibit featuring three bison — two female and one male — as well as prairie dogs, black-footed ferrets and salamanders.

 

[wild boar]

A Zoo Trip throughout the Dakotas is becoming more and more appealing.

 

[TinoPup]

A Zoo Trip throughout Wisconsin is becoming more and more appealing.

What does that have to do with this thread?

 

[wild boar]

What does that have to do with this thread?

I made the mistake of writing "Wisconsin" instead of "the Dakotas."

 

[Smaggledagle]

A White-naped crane has hatched:

It’s the first hatching of this species in the zoo’s history.

Red River Zoo welcomes new baby White-Naped Crane

The mother in the exhibit was brought in three years ago and is currently sitting on top of another egg. Zoo keepers are closely monitoring the progress of the second egg.

On August 4th, the zoo announced the gender (0.1) and name, Talulah.

Our adorable 3-month-old crane... - The Red River Zoo

On August 8th, the zoo announced they are in the process of moving the female black-tailed prairie dogs as well as their pups.

Tuesday Q & A Q. Why are there... - The Red River Zoo

 

[Smaggledagle]

On October 25th, it was announced that the zoo will acquire a (1.0) red panda named Ravi from the Greensboro Science Center in North Carolina in the near future.

Our little panda prince is all... - Greensboro Science Center

On October 27th, the zoo announced they acquired a (0.0.1) Hoffmann's two-toed sloth named Marvin which is now on exhibit in the white-faced saki monkey exhibit.

The Saki Monkeys have a new roommate!... - The Red River Zoo

 

[Milwaukee Man]

Two white-naped cranes hatched.

Red River Zoo welcomes two White-Naped Crane chicks

 

[Milwaukee Man]

For the first time in the Zoo’s history, an American bison was born.

It's a First! Baby Bison Born at Red River Zoo - KVRR Local News

 

[Smaggledagle]

2 Pieces of Late 2023 News Worth Mentioning:

On November 16th, it was announced that the zoo transferred a (0.1) red panda to the Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium in Pennsylvania.

Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium

On December 11th, it was reported that the zoo transferred a (1.0) red panda to the Utica Zoo in New York.

Welcome to Utica, Khairo! Zoo Announces New Resident

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On June 13th, the zoo announced they built a new guest shade structure in front of the Sichuan takin exhibit.

Huge Thank You to Doosan Bobcat Volunteers️ We are incredibly grateful to the team of volunteers from Doosan Bobcat who gave their time, energy, and talents to help with zoo projects this week, including building this shade structure for our guests. | The Red River Zoo | The Red River Zoo · Original audio

 

[Wild wolverine]

Just one week after the first calf (now named Fargo) was born, the zoo had a second bison give birth! Just in time for Father’s Day! We are excited to announce that our second calf was born yesterday! Come celebrate with us, all Dad’s get in free for Father’s Day! | The Red River Zoo | The Red River Zoo · Original audio

 

[Kifaru Bwana]

Pride of the Prairie opens:

Red River Zoo opens Pride of the Prairie Exhibit featuring 'precious' bison

On Thursday, June 1, the Red River Zoo opened its long-awaited Scheels Pride of the Prairie exhibit featuring three bison — two female and one male — as well as prairie dogs, black-footed ferrets and salamanders.

The bison at Red River Zoo originate from Wind Cave National Park. This is the oldest general rescue facility where at the Lamar Buffalo Ranch 25 NY Bronx Zoo sent from the zoo and 21 bison from private owners were bred up.

There is also a link to the Lakota Sioux and remember the Wind Cave for the Lakota is Tatanka country, their homeland and part of the pte oyate (Buffalo Nation). North America's relationship with indigeneous tribes and the First Nations remains an unresolved stained blackest black set of paragraphs in the history of the Continent. Where history is not told beyond the glorious How the West was Won (or Lost if you look at what really happened), the "First Pilgrims","First Settlers" and "Immigrants".

 

[Maverick]

The bison at the Red River Zoo (and Wind Cave National Park) do not appear to have any cattle DNA, as seen in almost all herds in human care. This makes them quite rare and an important part of bison conservation as most bison had to be bred with cattle to keep population numbers up.

This was also their first viable season, being only 4 years old, and considering both females had calves...I'd say these births are a huge success for the Red River Zoo and bison conservation nationwide! Congrats!

Red River Zoo opens Pride of the Prairie Exhibit featuring 'precious' bison

 

[Smaggledagle]

Two white-naped cranes hatched.

Red River Zoo welcomes two White-Naped Crane chicks

On July 16th, the zoo announced that the cranes were sexed as (1.1).

5.4K views · 149 reactions | Results are in for our two White-Naped Crane chicks that hatched in April! We are thrilled to announce that we have one male AND one female. This is extra exciting news as these two are part of the Species Survival Plan (a conservation breeding program aimed at ensuring genetic diversity and stability for vulnerable animal species). Thank you to the zoo team AND supporters for helping this rare species thrive right here in Fargo! | The Red River Zoo | The Red River Zoo · Original audio

On July 24th, the zoo announced they acquired 2 striped skunks named Flower and Petunia which are animal ambassadors.

4.6K views · 151 reactions | So Stinkin' Cute! We are so excited to welcome two adorable baby skunks to the zoo family. Flower and Petunia, two charming skunk kits that are sure to steal your heart! At just 12 weeks old, these little ones have already become the darlings of our Education Program. Flower and Petunia aren’t just here to look cute, they have an important role in our outreach efforts. As part of our Education Program, they will be visiting schools, nursing homes, and participating in on-site classes at the zoo. These two are most active at feeding time and will be exploring their play yard several times a day. Check out our daily schedule posted at the zoo to see our newest members of the zoo family. | The Red River Zoo | London Session Musicians · Theme from "A Summer Place"

 

[Wisp O' Mist]

The bison at the Red River Zoo (and Wind Cave National Park) do not appear to have any cattle DNA,

Incorrect, all bison have cattle DNA.
New Research Documents Domestic Cattle Genetics In Modern Bison Herds

 

[StoppableSan]

Incorrect, all bison have cattle DNA.
New Research Documents Domestic Cattle Genetics In Modern Bison Herds

A while ago I spoke to one of the wildlife biologists at Wind Cave, and she sent me some interesting papers regarding bison genealogy. My main takeaway from that phone call and those papers is that the amount of cattle DNA within bison nowadays is a percentage considered negligible. I forget the exact percentage, I am pretty sure it's less than 1%.

 

[Smaggledagle]

On September 15th, the zoo announced they renovated the Linne's two-toed sloth / white-faced saki monkey exhibit.

3.5K views · 90 reactions | Exciting update! Our monkey & sloth exhibit got a fabulous makeover!Check out the new digs with a behind-the-scenes tour led by RRZ President and CEO Sally.The animals will be on exhibit starting next week Huge thanks to our donors for making this upgrade a reality! | The Red River Zoo | The Red River Zoo · Original audio
The Red River Zoo

 

[Zoofan15]

Przewalski’s horses arrive:

Viktor and Virgil were born at the Dakota Zoo in Bismarck.

Red River Zoo introduces two new Przewalski Horses

These horses are currently in the exhibit where the zoo’s deer used to be. The area provides them enough room to roam around, and there are plans for their area to expand.

 

[Kifaru Bwana]

Przewalski’s horses arrive:

Viktor and Virgil were born at the Dakota Zoo in Bismarck.

Red River Zoo introduces two new Przewalski Horses

These horses are currently in the exhibit where the zoo’s deer used to be. The area provides them enough room to roam around, and there are plans for their area to expand.

Nice addition! Just where did the white-tailed deer go to?

 

[Wisp O' Mist]

Nice addition! Just where did the white-tailed deer go to?

Died off? Released? Transferred to another facility?

It's not like they're anything special, white-tailed deer are the most common species of deer in North America. I'd wonder why zoos within their native range even bother with displaying them if not for the good PR that they doubtlessly get by providing homes for rehab individuals.