Philadelphia Zoo May 1, 2011
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A fun trip south to the Philadelphia Zoo did not disappoint. We went specifically to visit Baby Batu the orangutan but found instead, two week old baby Leo, a white-handed gibbon clinging tightly to his mother. Across from little Leo was another cute new arrival – a baby sifaka. Seeing baby Batu would have been a trifecta so we settled for a delicious daily double. Don’t forget to check out two battling Naked More Rats and my favorite video of the Giant Otters below.
Naked Mole Rats
Giant Otters
Full Screen Photos April 2, 2011
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To my friend, Barbara March 13, 2011
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I dedicate this week’s photo montage to Barbara Rosenthal. She was the adoring god-mother to my dog, Benny, the mother of Chaplin, her fabulous tuxedo cat and a dear old friend. Barbara died suddenly last week and has left a huge whole in my heart. She had many passions including the opera, ballet, theater, fine wine, good food and travel. But what we shared most was the love of a goofy dog named Benny. Whenever I left town I did not for one moment think that Benny was anxious, or even missed me. He seamlessly made the transition from my house to Barbara’s house. Her terrific cat more than tolerated Benny, the interloper, and I even think that there were many moments when he actually enjoyed the dog’s company. You can read more about Barbara in her obituary in today’s New York Times.
A celebration of Barbara’s rich life will be held at 2 PM, on Sunday, April 10th, at ‘The Riverside’ on 76th and Amsterdam. Donations can be made in her name to the Central Park Zoo’s Horticulture Dept. (this combines her love of plants and animals) – 830 Fifth Avenue – NY NY 10065.
Sunday Zoo Photos on a Saturday February 19, 2011
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The third Sunday in February (tomorrow) means it is another of Central Park Zoo’s Early Birds’ Photo Safari mornings. The last two Sunday morning adventures have been a lot of fun. Come on over and join me. If not this Sunday – why not next Sunday, which will be the last in this winter series. The montage below shows you just a small portion of the Zoo’s terrific collection. Don’t forget to enjoy a delightful video of a little dancing goat below today’s montage.
Valentine’s Woo at the Zoo February 13, 2011
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Happy Valentine’s Day (a day early). Woo at the Zoo is a common theme this year. Lots of snuggling, kanoodling and nesting going on all over the animal world. See if you can spot two in the animal kingdom who live at Casa Lobo amongst the other furry and feathery faces. Yes, it is not hard to spot both Madison the cat and Benny the dog.
And don’t forget – today is the second of four early opening hour Sundays for photographers at the Central Park Zoo. Get your tickets at 9 AM at the gate and enjoy the Zoo an hour before opening to capture the beauty of the Zoo’s collection. I’ll be there.
Watch the funny animals in love video below today’s montage.
Yes, more snow January 30, 2011
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Yes, more snow fell on the already snow covered Big Apple but at the Central Park Zoo it just gets more fun for the residents (and me). I never tire of watching our cold weather loving animals romping in the snow. Enjoy this week’s photo montage and don’t forget to watch the delightful time lapse video below by my good friend and my frequent road trip zoo nut, Mary Schwalm .
Calling All Photographers! January 29, 2011
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The Central Park Zoo will open an hour early at 9AM on all four Sundays in February for photographers to have a unique, up-close experience with the Zoo’s collection. Shooting at the zoo is exciting. In one location you will get to see a collection of animals from around the world. Take your time, plan your shots and enjoy the Central Park Zoo animals before the doors open to the public.
In addition to the early entry to the zoo, participants will enjoy an exclusive close-up photo session with one of the animals in the collection.
Photographers will have the opportunity to explore on their own the Tropical Rain Forest as well as the outdoor habitats. The cost is $30 per person and includes a great variety of photographic opportunities for the entire day! Get your tickets at the Gate when you arrive.
Join me (Gus and Ida the polar bears, Zoe and Chocolate the snow leopards, our nine snow monkeys and more) at the Central Park Zoos’ Early Morning Photography Event in February.
If you have any questions about these special events contact me at judylobo@gmail.com
Photos taken at the Central Park Zoo are for your personal use only.
Central Park Zoo Brrrrr Days January 23, 2011
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The winter drones on for us humans but for the animals at the Central park Zoo it is just another great play day.
Central Park Zoo Snow Days January 16, 2011
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We are truly having a winter this year in the Big Apple. I know lots of human are not enjoying the snow but the residents at the Central Park Zoo are having a great time. Don’t forget to watch Gus the Polar Bear enjoying some fun in the snow below today’s montage.
Let it snow! Let it snow! Let it snow! January 2, 2011
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It was a big and beautiful snowfall on December 27th (as long as you did not have to shovel or drive). The Central Park Zoo was closed for one day as the hard and hearty zoo workers dug out the zoo environs. The zoo reopened on the 28th and the animals went wild in the freshly fallen snow. It was zootastic! Don’t forget to watch two snow videos below today’s montage.
While at the Zoo 