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Giraffes on the Frontline – Science in Action

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This YouTube video was produced by The Columbus Zoo.

At the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Dr. Priya is helping revolutionize giraffe care through training – what may seem like a simple task but is incredibly complex for such tall and lanky creatures.

In 2017, Dr. Priya and our Animal Care team co-founded a giraffe plasma bank with Cheyenne Mountain Zoo—a lifesaving national resource. What once started as curiosity about plasma needed for giraffes turned into the Columbus Zoo becoming recognized as a leader in giraffe veterinary care and professional training, hosting workshops for experts from around the world.

When

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Hard Hat Construction Update at Your Toronto Zoo

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This YouTube video was produced by the Toronto Zoo.

As we continue building our new Community Conservation Centre, your next visit to your Toronto Zoo will look a little different once again! We’re happy to report that you will be able to access your Zoo through the front entrance (over the bridge) which you’ve been used to for so long!

Did you know? Your Toronto Zoo is in the middle of a historic construction project – investing in a state-of-the-art community space featuring educational classrooms, interactive community areas, and an incredible new otter habitat!

This project brings us even

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North American River Otter Pups Eating Fish

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This YouTube video was produced by the Calgary Zoo.

Something fishy is going on in the Brawn Family Foundation River Lodge – our otter pups are learning to eat fish!

North American river otter pups ‘Remi’ and ‘Howe’ recently had fish introduced into their diet. While they continue to nurse from mom ‘Kate’, we’re thrilled to see them reach this important developmental milestone.

Stop by today to see these pups in person!

Founded in 1929, the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is Canada’s most visited zoo and a cherished family destination for locals and visitors alike. Situated on 125 acres in

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