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By: Jordan Hubrich and Josh Harris The kind of treats typically associated with Halloween often involve sugar, chocolate, and candy. But many of the animals at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden have a different idea of a tasty treat. Pumpkins, blood popsicles, rotting carcasses, decaying vegetables—they may be better at this season than we […]
and forth on their tongue, they lure unsuspecting fish

Scientists in Texas and Cincinnati harvest hope for endangered species  CINCINNATI, OH (July 20, 2021) — Thanks to the efforts of scientists and veterinarians in multiple states and facilities, a wild Texas ocelot may have the opportunity to become a new kind of father – just months after his untimely accidental death. Quick action by […]
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Guest blogger: Kristina Meek, Wild Encounters There are currently 16,306 plants and animals listed as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). That’s more people than visit our Zoo on a typical spring day. It’s Endangered Species Day, so you might hear a lot of shocking numbers like this, which could understandably […]
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The Zoo partners with conservation organizations across the globe to save wildlife. As part of this effort, Zoo staff members are invited each year to apply for support through an Internal Conservation Grant Fund for specific field conservation projects. We are proud to announce this year’s recipients! Community Conservation to Protect Critical Orangutan Habitat – Kalimantan, […]
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Fish & Wildlife Services (FWS) finalized a plan for

It is a US Fish and Wildlife Service National Wildlife

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is open for 364 days of fun! It’s also home to more than 500 animal species, many of which actually enjoy this winter weather! While certain animals like Fiona (who can only be outside if it’s 45 degrees or warmer) and most primates stay inside on the colder days […]
Duke gets around 20 pounds of fish per day in the winter

The Cincinnati Zoo is one of the best Zoos in the country and that wouldn’t be possible without our amazing Zookeeper staff. The animal cares teams devote their lives to conservation and the animals at the Cincinnati Zoo. One of the most common questions they are asked is “how do I become a Zookeeper?” so […]
Ryan Dumas, Head Keeper – Herpetology & Fish How did

Modern zoos and aquariums have always sought to improve the lives of animals in their care. Over time, more resources have been put towards veterinary and nutritional care, habitats have been built more complex, and animal care staff incorporate more behavior training (asking and rewarding animals for performing behaviors that benefit their care), enrichment (novel […]
, including provision of giant ice piles and live fish

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