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UrduA new peer-reviewed study published in the journal Peer J, “Continuing challenges of elephant captivity: the captive environment, health issues, and welfare implications”, has found that, despite recent efforts by zoos, captive elephants continue to face serious problems. This study represents the most up-to-date and accurate account of the persistent if not insurmountable challenges faced by captive elephants.
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Tickets Go on Sale Today: Holiday Lights, with a Unique Wildlife Theme, Returns to the Bronx Zoo
Be enchanted with millions of lights and hundreds of lanterns — on select dates from November 22 through January 5
Tickets for Holiday Lights can be purchased here: BronxZoo.com/HolidayLights.
New this year: interactive glowing walls, illuminated trees, and shimmering flowers
Southern Pudu Fawn, One of the World’s Smallest Deer Species, Debuts at the Queens Zoo
A southern pudu fawn, one of the smallest deer species in the world, is debuting at the Queens Zoo.
Born on June 21at about 2 pounds, the fawn shares a habitat with its parents at the Queens Zoo’s Wild Side. The species, when fully grown, can weigh up to 15 to 20 pounds and stand 14-17 inches tall.
Three Andean Bear Cubs Debut at the Queens Zoo
Three 5-month-old Andean bear cubs are debuting at the Queens Zoo, marking a rare occurrence as Andean bears typically only have one or two cubs at a time.
City, State, and Borough Officials Welcome the Re-Opening of Prospect Park Zoo Which Temporarily Closed Due to Flooding From a Storm in 2023
With the re-opening of Prospect Park Zoo set for Saturday, May 25 after being closed due to flooding from Tropical Storm Ophelia in 2023, city, state and borough officials welcomed the news.
Prospect Park Zoo Re-Opening to the Public After Being Closed for 239 Days Due to Extensive Flood Damage
“Throughout our temporary closure, many New Yorkers shared how important this beloved zoo is to the Brooklyn community and to all throughout the city. We look forward to welcoming guests again to Prospect Park Zoo.” Craig Piper, WCS Vice President and Director of City Zoos
Two Lambs Debut at Central Park Zoo – Bobbin and Sage
Born this winter, Bobbin, 7 weeks old; and Sage, 3 weeks old have joined a flock of 8 adult sheep in the Tisch Children’s Zoo.
Browse, graze, mate: Food and company help animals in captivity
From tongue rolling alpacas to irritable yaks and perturbed pigs, new research has lifted the lid on why some farm and zoo animals cope well with captivity and others display signs of stress.
Researchers from Aberystwyth and Portsmouth universities in the UK have published the first large-scale study to identify which species of hoofed animals, known as ungulates, are better suited to captive environments and which require better husbandry if kept in captivity.