A new North American River Otter is on exhibit.
New otter living at Saginaw's Children's Zoo at Celebration Square | MLive.com
New otter living at Saginaw's Children's Zoo at Celebration Square | MLive.com
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For the first time in the Zoo’s history, an African penguin chick hatched.
It's a girl! Saginaw Children's Zoo hatches first-ever penguin chick
It's a girl! Saginaw Children's Zoo hatches first-ever penguin chick
What is the penguin chick's name?
If you had read the article, you would know she doesn't have a name, there will be a naming contest.
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New species for the zoo: Sun Conures
They recently arrived and will be on exhibit when the zoo reopens. Their names are Paczki, Crumpet, Flapjack, Waffle, Croissant, Challah, Tortilla, Strudel, Danish, Pumpernickel, Ciabatta, Biscuit and Brioche.
1.0 Blue and Gold Macaw dies:
Samson died on May 19th and nobody knew his real age because when he arrived to the zoo he was already 30 years old. His mate Bertha, passed away 5 years ago, on April 28th, 2015.
San Clemente Island goats and Black Welsh Mountain sheep arrive:
They arrived on April 28th, the goats are named Troy, Verona, Elmira, Savannah, Seneca and Ithica. The sheep is named Aurora.
0.1 Black Crow dies:
Edgar was one of the oldest crows in captivity on records in North America. She hatched on May 1994 and died on April 14th. She was 25 years old and she ended up at the zoo because when she was a chick, somebody took her and raised her as a pet. As a result, US Fish and Wildlife Service confiscated her and she ended on Saginaw Children's Zoo.
Saginaw zoo’s Edgar Allan Crow dies at 25, was one of oldest crows in captivity in North America
0.1 Two-Toed Sloth arrives:
She is named Okra Mae and came from Zoo Atlanta on February 19th. She will live on the tropical building along the cotton-top tamarins.
Okra Mae the sloth settling in at Saginaw Children's Zoo
1.0 Jersey Steer dies:
Prescott was born in a farm in Prescott, Michigan on 2017. When he was born, the farmers noticed he had Scoliosis and Kyphosis. On January 18th, he was sadly euthanized due to deteriorating mobility issues.
Saginaw Children's Zoo steer with scoliosis peacefully passes away next to keepers
They recently arrived and will be on exhibit when the zoo reopens. Their names are Paczki, Crumpet, Flapjack, Waffle, Croissant, Challah, Tortilla, Strudel, Danish, Pumpernickel, Ciabatta, Biscuit and Brioche.
1.0 Blue and Gold Macaw dies:
Samson died on May 19th and nobody knew his real age because when he arrived to the zoo he was already 30 years old. His mate Bertha, passed away 5 years ago, on April 28th, 2015.
San Clemente Island goats and Black Welsh Mountain sheep arrive:
They arrived on April 28th, the goats are named Troy, Verona, Elmira, Savannah, Seneca and Ithica. The sheep is named Aurora.
0.1 Black Crow dies:
Edgar was one of the oldest crows in captivity on records in North America. She hatched on May 1994 and died on April 14th. She was 25 years old and she ended up at the zoo because when she was a chick, somebody took her and raised her as a pet. As a result, US Fish and Wildlife Service confiscated her and she ended on Saginaw Children's Zoo.
Saginaw zoo’s Edgar Allan Crow dies at 25, was one of oldest crows in captivity in North America
0.1 Two-Toed Sloth arrives:
She is named Okra Mae and came from Zoo Atlanta on February 19th. She will live on the tropical building along the cotton-top tamarins.
Okra Mae the sloth settling in at Saginaw Children's Zoo
1.0 Jersey Steer dies:
Prescott was born in a farm in Prescott, Michigan on 2017. When he was born, the farmers noticed he had Scoliosis and Kyphosis. On January 18th, he was sadly euthanized due to deteriorating mobility issues.
Saginaw Children's Zoo steer with scoliosis peacefully passes away next to keepers
Other zoo news in 2020:
On July 8th, it was reported that the zoo's carousel and train were to be shut down until the state entered Phase 5 of the COVID Recovery Plan.
Saginaw Children's Zoo closes train and carousal rides until state reaches phase 5
On September 16th, it was reported that a (1.0) eastern grey kangaroo named Nigel passed away due to a swelling in his jaw.
Saginaw Children’s Zoo mourns loss of its youngest kangaroo
On July 8th, it was reported that the zoo's carousel and train were to be shut down until the state entered Phase 5 of the COVID Recovery Plan.
Saginaw Children's Zoo closes train and carousal rides until state reaches phase 5
On September 16th, it was reported that a (1.0) eastern grey kangaroo named Nigel passed away due to a swelling in his jaw.
Saginaw Children’s Zoo mourns loss of its youngest kangaroo
2021 News:
On April 14th, the zoo announced that they have acquired (0.2) llamas named Bandana and Charlie.
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On May 14th, the zoo announced that they have acquired a (0.1) miniature pig (Juliana pig) named Charlotte.
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On June 2nd, the zoo announced that (0.0.16) black-tailed prairie dogs have been born.
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On July 29th, the zoo announced that they have acquired (0.1.1) Tunis sheep named Quiet and Dolly. The zoo also announced they have (4.7) masked bobwhite quails (I am unsure how many they had before July 29th).
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On August 11th, the zoo announced that they have acquired a (1.0) blue-faced honeyeater named Louis.
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On October 8th, the zoo announced that they have acquired a (1.0) Virginia opossum named Eddie from Howell Nature Center in Michigan.
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On April 14th, the zoo announced that they have acquired (0.2) llamas named Bandana and Charlie.
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On May 14th, the zoo announced that they have acquired a (0.1) miniature pig (Juliana pig) named Charlotte.
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On June 2nd, the zoo announced that (0.0.16) black-tailed prairie dogs have been born.
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On July 29th, the zoo announced that they have acquired (0.1.1) Tunis sheep named Quiet and Dolly. The zoo also announced they have (4.7) masked bobwhite quails (I am unsure how many they had before July 29th).
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On August 11th, the zoo announced that they have acquired a (1.0) blue-faced honeyeater named Louis.
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On October 8th, the zoo announced that they have acquired a (1.0) Virginia opossum named Eddie from Howell Nature Center in Michigan.
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On June 2nd, 2022, the zoo announced that (0.0.5) black-tailed prairie dogs have been born.
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On October 3rd, the zoo announced that they were donated 2 bear sculptures (1 brown and 1 polar) which are now viewable.
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*The zoo also announced that their main sign got replaced with a new one in late September.
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*The zoo also announced that their main sign got replaced with a new one in late September.
On May 12th, 2023, the zoo announced that (0.0.2+?) black-tailed prairie dogs were born which are now on exhibit.
Saginaw Children's Zoo
Saginaw Children's Zoo
On August 1st, the zoo announced that (0.0.2+?) domestic goats (breed(s) not specified) and a (0.0.1) domestic sheep (breed not specified) named Shazam were born and are now on exhibit.
There’s new kids in town Have... - Saginaw Children's Zoo
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On July 18th, the zoo announced they are renovating the concessions building, as well as adding a bathroom in the north area of the zoo.
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On August 2nd, the zoo announced that (0.0.4) sun conures named Churro, Pancake, Rye, and Toast hatched in 2022 which are now on exhibit in the aviary.
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On March 21st, 2024, the zoo announced that their (0.1) Hoffmann's two-toed sloth named Okra Mae passed away at age 28. The zoo is currently looking for a new individual of the same species.
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28-year-old Saginaw Zoo sloth dies
Saginaw Children's Zoo
28-year-old Saginaw Zoo sloth dies
A vehicle crashed into the Zoo’s fence in the early hours. That fence happened to be part of the Mexican gray wolf habitat, but thankfully no wolves escaped and they are secure.
No wolves escape after vehicle crashes through fence at Saginaw zoo
No wolves escape after vehicle crashes through fence at Saginaw zoo
On June 22nd, the zoo announced they acquired a common raven named Dean from the Abilene Zoo in Texas which is on display in the Forgotten Forest area.
Saginaw Children's Zoo
Saginaw Children's Zoo
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2.0 African Penguin chicks were born just before Christmas
2 critically endangered penguin chicks hatch at Saginaw Children’s Zoo
The zoo is holding a contest to name the pair of chicks one of the four following pairs of names:
2 critically endangered penguin chicks hatch at Saginaw Children’s Zoo
The zoo is holding a contest to name the pair of chicks one of the four following pairs of names:
- Eggs Benedict (Benny) and Quiche (Kyle)
- Flip and Flop
- Damien and Scramble
- Omelet and Hamlet
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Eastern Gray kangaroo Andre has passed away.
Saginaw Children’s Zoo kangaroo passes from medical condition
Saginaw Children’s Zoo kangaroo passes from medical condition
Other 2025 News Not Mentioned:
On March 21st, the zoo announced they named the penguins Eggs Benedict and Quiche.
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Introducing… Eggs Benedict & Quiche! The votes are in, and our two newest residents officially have names! Meet Eggs Benedict and Quiche, the adorable baby penguins born at the Saginaw Children’s Zoo in December. A huge thank you to everyone who participated in the naming poll—your support means the world to us (and to these little fluffballs)! Stay tuned for more updates as they continue to grow and get ready for opening day, April 25th! &: Keeper Brook and Lead Keeper Ashley B. | Saginaw Children's Zoo
On April 17th, the zoo announced they acquired a male (1.0) Hoffmann's two-toed sloth named Elton, which is on exhibit. The zoo also announced they started construction on a new indoor building called 'Wild in Nature' for their reptiles, birds, and invertebrates.
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On May 29th, the zoo announced that 2+? black-tailed prairie dogs were born, which are on exhibit.
18K views · 354 reactions | There are NEW animal friends at the Zoo!!! One of our momma prairie dogs gave birth to a litter of the cutest little pups!! Look at them go! | Saginaw Children's Zoo
On June 29th, the zoo announced they acquired a female (0.1) North American river otter named Evie from Milwaukee County Zoo in Wisconsin, which is on exhibit.
12K views · 333 reactions | We have a !!! Please Welcome , a three year old, female North American River Otter. Evie comes to us from the Milwaukee County Zoo. After a 30 day routine quarantine to ensure her health and safety, like we do with any new animals, Evie was able to make her first shy and gentle steps out into our Otter habitat this past week! | Saginaw Children's Zoo
Also on August 15th, the zoo announced they acquired 2 ball pythons from Toledo Zoo & Aquarium in Ohio, which will be ambassador animals in the future.
3.5K views · 77 reactions | The Zoo got two new additions this past week!!! Please welcome our two new baby Ball Pythons! They may be new, but they have already slithered their way into our hearts These little scaly cuties came to us from the Toledo Zoo. Only 1 month old, these gorgeous reptiles will be in routine quarantine for 90 days before they join the ranks with the rest of our Ambassador Animals. Then, soon they will find their new home in our in-progress "Wild In Nature" indoor building for you to view them in person #snakes #ballpython #zoo #babyanimals | Saginaw Children's Zoo
* Worth mentioning that the zoo acquired a female (0.1) domestic turkey named Aiden Cluckinson in November 2024, after it was officially pardoned by the governor.
On April 17th, the zoo announced they opened a new area called 'Gobble & Quack: The Fowl Shack', which houses the facility's domestic chickens, domestic ducks, and domestic turkey.
Saginaw Children's Zoo
Saginaw Children's Zoo
On March 21st, the zoo announced they named the penguins Eggs Benedict and Quiche.
10K views · 195 reactions |
Introducing… Eggs Benedict & Quiche! The votes are in, and our two newest residents officially have names! Meet Eggs Benedict and Quiche, the adorable baby penguins born at the Saginaw Children’s Zoo in December. A huge thank you to everyone who participated in the naming poll—your support means the world to us (and to these little fluffballs)! Stay tuned for more updates as they continue to grow and get ready for opening day, April 25th! &: Keeper Brook and Lead Keeper Ashley B. | Saginaw Children's ZooOn April 17th, the zoo announced they acquired a male (1.0) Hoffmann's two-toed sloth named Elton, which is on exhibit. The zoo also announced they started construction on a new indoor building called 'Wild in Nature' for their reptiles, birds, and invertebrates.
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On May 29th, the zoo announced that 2+? black-tailed prairie dogs were born, which are on exhibit.
18K views · 354 reactions | There are NEW animal friends at the Zoo!!! One of our momma prairie dogs gave birth to a litter of the cutest little pups!! Look at them go! | Saginaw Children's Zoo
On June 29th, the zoo announced they acquired a female (0.1) North American river otter named Evie from Milwaukee County Zoo in Wisconsin, which is on exhibit.
12K views · 333 reactions | We have a !!! Please Welcome , a three year old, female North American River Otter. Evie comes to us from the Milwaukee County Zoo. After a 30 day routine quarantine to ensure her health and safety, like we do with any new animals, Evie was able to make her first shy and gentle steps out into our Otter habitat this past week! | Saginaw Children's Zoo
Also on August 15th, the zoo announced they acquired 2 ball pythons from Toledo Zoo & Aquarium in Ohio, which will be ambassador animals in the future.
3.5K views · 77 reactions | The Zoo got two new additions this past week!!! Please welcome our two new baby Ball Pythons! They may be new, but they have already slithered their way into our hearts These little scaly cuties came to us from the Toledo Zoo. Only 1 month old, these gorgeous reptiles will be in routine quarantine for 90 days before they join the ranks with the rest of our Ambassador Animals. Then, soon they will find their new home in our in-progress "Wild In Nature" indoor building for you to view them in person #snakes #ballpython #zoo #babyanimals | Saginaw Children's Zoo
* Worth mentioning that the zoo acquired a female (0.1) domestic turkey named Aiden Cluckinson in November 2024, after it was officially pardoned by the governor.