Babies at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo

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This YouTube video was produced by the Calgary Zoo.

Here comes the boom – the baby boom!

Zoo babies are stealing the spotlight this summer at your zoo. Already this year, we’ve welcomed a near-threatened southern bald ibis chick, three tiny spur-winged lapwing chicks, two lively North American river otter pups, two threatened wood bison calves, three critically endangered black-and-white ruffed lemur pups, and most recently, a vulnerable Humboldt penguin chick along with a second near-threatened southern bald ibis chick.

But there’s more to come! In addition to awaiting the birth of an endangered Malayan tapir, we’re eagerly celebrating

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The Enduring Charm Of The Muppets: A Look At Their Cultural Impact

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The photo shows a green, articulated figurine of Kermit the Frog, a popular Muppet character. The figurine is posed with its right arm raised in a wave and its left arm bent, standing against a light green background. The figure has a cheerful expression with an open mouth and visible eyes, resembling Kermit’s classic design. / Photograph by ErikaWittlieb / Pixabay

The Muppets, a beloved ensemble of puppet characters created by Jim Henson, have captured the hearts of audiences worldwide since their inception in the mid-20th century. With a unique blend of humor, music, and heartwarming stories, The … Continue