March 8, 2017

Venomous or Poisonous?

Okay, it used to be simple for us biology nerds to distinguish “poisonous” organisms from “venomous” organisms. In lectures, I...

Pandas

March 8, 2017

Panda Updates – Wednesday, March 8

The cubs are growing like weeds! I have been on a mini vacation for the last five days and came...

Keeper Stories

March 7, 2017

Keeper Stories – Tuesday, March 7

The days are getting warmer, the trees are blooming, and the birds are singing. Spring must be right around the...

Pandas

March 6, 2017

Panda Updates – Monday, March 6

Yesterday was my first day working with the pandas in three weeks. I get regular updates from the primary panda...

Pandas

March 3, 2017

Panda Updates – Friday, March 3

Throughout the day, we bring the pandas into the back so that we can clean up leftovers and give them...

Keeper Stories

March 2, 2017

Keeper Stories – Thursday, March 2

As you’re walking by the bald eagle habitat, you may notice some new faces nearby. In a new space built...

Pandas

March 1, 2017

Panda Updates – Wednesday, March 1

Even though the cubs are only just under 6 months old, and weigh around 9 kilograms (give or take, depending...

Keeper Stories

February 28, 2017

Keeper Stories – Tuesday, February 28

I think one of my very favorite things about working with animals is the ability to work with individuals throughout...

Pandas

February 27, 2017

Panda Updates – Monday, February 27

As Lun Lun and the cubs get more comfortable in the tepee dayroom, you will notice that they will be...

Pandas

February 24, 2017

Panda Updates – Friday, February 24

This morning we gave Lun Lun, Ya Lun and Xi Lun access to the other dayroom. Lun Lun walked in...

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