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On August 26th, the zoo opened a new electric train to the public.

ALL ABOARD THE VIRGINIA ZOO EXPRESS! ... - The Virginia Zoo

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On August 13th, the zoo announced that they have started construction on a new freshwater turtle exhibit called Turtle Oasis that will repurpose the zoo's historic sea lion pool. It is due to open later in 2022.

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On October 21st, the zoo announced that the Turtle Oasis exhibit is "open" to the public, though will have a grand opening in spring 2024. There are currently 24 turtles of various species on-exhibit, including wood turtles, Blanding's turtles, spotted turtles, and alligator snapping turtles, with more species to arrive in the future.

What better way to celebrate Reptile &... - The Virginia Zoo
Where did the turtles go for the winter? - Virginia Zoo

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Female Southern white rhinoceros calf born:

Surprise! Virginia Zoo celebrates birth of new baby white rhino – Daily Press

The Virginia Zoo has welcomed its newest family member, a baby southern white rhino. She is now the fifth member of the zoo’s herd.

The baby, a female, was born in the early morning of Nov. 9. She and her mother Zina will stay in their night barn for the next few weeks for their keepers to monitor them and ensure they are bonding.
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On November 20th, the zoo announced its name, Letti.

Sliding into your feed to let you know this little girl has finally got a name... LETTI! When our Africa keepers learned this special calf was a girl, they knew they wanted to name her after a powerful female who is making a difference in saving wildlife, just as this baby will make a difference in the future conservation of her species. Letti's name is inspired by Sergeant Nkateko Letti Mzimba, a ranger with The Black Mambas, the first all-female, anti-poaching organization in South Africa. Sgt. Mzimba was recently named 2023's Best Field Ranger in Africa for her passionate efforts to protect rhinos and other wildlife species, as well as her work to educate surrounding communities on the importance of conservation. Naming this baby after Sgt. Mzimba recognizes not only her hard work, but also her achievements as an influential female paving the way for women in a male-dominated industry. Our Africa keeper team hopes the name 'Letti' will bringing awareness to the Black Mambas and other organizations doing the on-the-ground work to protect wildlife in Africa, while inspiring young women to chase their passions and stand up for what they believe in. | The Virginia Zoo

On December 21st, the zoo announced that a (0.0.1) white-headed buffalo weaver named Dahlia hatched in August. This is the first time the facility successfully bred the species.

Roary overheard some keepers say that... - The Virginia Zoo
 
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