Defenders of Wildlife teamed up with Beluga Whale Alliance to host the second annual Belugapalooza! This was an opportunity to learn about the variety of fascinating research currently being done to help Alaska’s critically endangered Cook Inlet beluga whales recover, survive and thrive. The live, hour-long event featured presentations by lead researchers at NOAA Fisheries and Mystic Aquarium, including an extra special guest: Juno the beluga whale!
March 17 – John P. McGovern Children’s Zoo
Our John P. McGovern Children’s Zoo is reopening next Wed, March 24! You’ll get to see several animals you’ve been missing, including Fiesta the llama, mongoose, and North American river otters. Please note that our goat yard and Swap Shop will remain closed.
Species Spotlight: Trumpeter Swan
Check out our latest Species Spotlight and learn some fun facts about Trumpeter Swans!