Lion Cub update;
Lion Cubs are growig fast at Southwick's Zoo!
Lion Cubs are growig fast at Southwick's Zoo!
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A Grivet Monkey was born on January 15th.
The zoo will reopen on April 13th.
The zoo will reopen on April 13th.
The reopened for the 2013 season today.
The male Lion cub has been named L.J in honor of his father, Leroy. The female is yet to be named, and guests could submit name suggestions at the Parakeet Landing Gift Shop.
The ponies at Elk Horn Livery Stable are now walking on a lead.
The ponies at Elk Horn Livery Stable are now walking on a lead.
New Bird Show for 2013:
http://www.southwickszoo.com/planning-your-visit/a-peacock-experience/
http://www.southwickszoo.com/planning-your-visit/a-peacock-experience/
"A Peacock Party" will now be at 3:00 P.M. on Mondays instead of 3:30, from now until June 28th.
Apparently, Aoudads, Red Kangaroos, and sheep have been born at the zoo recently.
Apparently, Aoudads, Red Kangaroos, and sheep have been born at the zoo recently.
A Two-Toed Sloth family (Looks like Linne's Two-Toed Sloths) have gone on exhibit near the Chimpanzee exhibit.
Remember Capuchin Monkey baby Chip? He is now on exhibit with the other Black-Capped Capuchins.
Remember Capuchin Monkey baby Chip? He is now on exhibit with the other Black-Capped Capuchins.
Here's a video of how the sloth exhibit was built:
Also, important news! A new cheetah exhibit will open this June!
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There are now Scimitar-Horned Oryx in African Plains.
The female Lion cub was named Levanna, a mix between Savannah and Leroy (names of her parents.)
The one and half year old Cheetahs, Kate and Logan, will go on display soon as their exhibit is near completion.
The one and half year old Cheetahs, Kate and Logan, will go on display soon as their exhibit is near completion.
The Cheetahs are now on exhibit!
http://www.southwickszoo.com/cheetahs-are-on-exhibit/
http://www.southwickszoo.com/cheetahs-are-on-exhibit/
A Common Marmoset, Bennett's Wallaby, Watusi, Binturong, and Yak were born recently.
http://www.southwickszoo.com/zookeeper-report-baby-yak-born/
http://www.southwickszoo.com/zookeeper-report-baby-yak-born/
The King of the Jungle has passed
for all of you that dont already know
Leroy the Lion at Southwick's Zoo passed away on the 24th
R.I.P. Leroy
he was over 20 years old and is survived by his mate Savannah and 2 offspring
L.J. (Leroy Jr) and Levanna who both turned one on October 17
see the Southwick's Zoo page for more info
http://www.southwickszoo.com/sad-day-us/
for all of you that dont already know
Leroy the Lion at Southwick's Zoo passed away on the 24th
R.I.P. Leroy
he was over 20 years old and is survived by his mate Savannah and 2 offspring
L.J. (Leroy Jr) and Levanna who both turned one on October 17
see the Southwick's Zoo page for more info
http://www.southwickszoo.com/sad-day-us/
addendum: From last weeks Zoo Keepers diary posting:
As many of you may know, our elderly male lion Leroy may not be with us much longer. He is very old and his kidneys and hips are failing him. Working with animals, we see many births and unfortunately many deaths as well. No matter who the animal, it is never easy. Those of us who have cared for Leroy for over 20 years have known his time will come and it has been an honor and priviledge to care for this incredible animal with an amazing soul. We have received a lot of wonderful messages and well wishes for Leroy and are very grateful. His health and quality of life is our top priority and we are keeping him as comfortable as possible. We are proud that he has had a wonderful life here and that his legacy will live on in his offspring.
As many of you may know, our elderly male lion Leroy may not be with us much longer. He is very old and his kidneys and hips are failing him. Working with animals, we see many births and unfortunately many deaths as well. No matter who the animal, it is never easy. Those of us who have cared for Leroy for over 20 years have known his time will come and it has been an honor and priviledge to care for this incredible animal with an amazing soul. We have received a lot of wonderful messages and well wishes for Leroy and are very grateful. His health and quality of life is our top priority and we are keeping him as comfortable as possible. We are proud that he has had a wonderful life here and that his legacy will live on in his offspring.
A Red Kangaroo, Schmidt's Guenon, and a Giraffe were all born recently.
The female giraffe, born on January 11th, had complications at birth, but is recovering.
Daisy the Giraffe still in ICU but doing better ? UPTON DAILY
The female giraffe, born on January 11th, had complications at birth, but is recovering.
Daisy the Giraffe still in ICU but doing better ? UPTON DAILY
The zoo opened on Saturday, April 12th.
In addition, the juvenile lions have been introduced to the adult lion yard. I assume Savannah, the adult female, has been sent to another zoo by now.
In addition, the juvenile lions have been introduced to the adult lion yard. I assume Savannah, the adult female, has been sent to another zoo by now.
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Wolf's Guenons have been added to the zoo's collection, and are across from the Eurasian Eagle Owls.
Zoo babies born recently include Domestic Goat kids, Warthog piglets, Pot-Bellied Pig piglets, and a Brazilian Tapir calf.
The zoo is also starting to offer "Rhino Encounters", where guests can get close and pet the White Rhinos through a protected barrier.
The zoo is also starting to offer "Rhino Encounters", where guests can get close and pet the White Rhinos through a protected barrier.