Animales del Cinco de Mayo May 5, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, axolotl, baby animals, Caiman, Chachalaca, Chihuahuas, coati, Gila monster, Harpy Eagle, Howler monkey, iguana, Jaguar, Manatee, Mexican fruit bat, Mexican wolf, Monarch butterfly, nature, Ocelot, photography, Quetzal, Rattlesnake, Scarlet macaw, Spider monkey, Tamandua, wildlife
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Cinco de Mayo is a big holiday in Mexico. I thought I would share my photos of some of the many animals that come from Mexico. A small sample today includes Harpy Eagle, Jaguar, Mexican wolf, axolotl, Spider monkey, Howler monkey, Ocelot, Scarlet macaw, Iguana, Rattlesnake, Quetzal, Manatee, Monarch butterfly, Coati, Tamandua, Chachalaca, Caiman, Mexican fruit bat, Gila monster and of course Mr. Pepe my adorable senior chihuahua. ARRIBA!
Lost New York April 28, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: art, Art exhibit, Lost New York, New York Histrorical Society, NYC, photography
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Truth be told we were on our way to the American Museum of Natural History – but when we saw 500 school buses parked outside I suggested the NY Historical Society across the street might be a more enjoyable experience. In we go to discover their new exhibit Lost New York had opened just 25 minutes before. For the next hour we explored what used to exist in this fine city. I remembered a few of the golden oldies but some predated my time. From the website “This exhibition invites you to explore the landmarks, vistas, pastimes, environments, monuments, communities, and modes of transportation that once defined this city. “Losses” include river swimming, high-wheel bike riding, elevated railways, the original Penn Station, the old Croton Reservoir, the Chinese Theater, Seneca Village, the Central Park Hooverville, the fake window decals of the 1980s, and Bowling Green’s monument to King George III.” It was a trip down memory lane and is open through the end of September, 2024. We also tried their new restaurant Clara and were pleasantly surprised. 
The World of Beatrix Potter April 21, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: art, Art exhibit, baby animals, Beatrix Potter, Morgan Library, nature, NYC, Peter Rabbit, photography
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The Morgan Library has a wonderful, informative exhibit about Beatrix Potter (1866 – 1943). She was an English writer, Illustrator, naturalist and way ahead of her time, conservationist. She is best known for her children’s books featuring animals such as Peter Rabbit, which was her first commercially published work in 1902. Her books, including 23 Tales and has sold more than 250 million copies. She was an entrepreneur and a pioneer of character merchandising. In1903, Peter Rabbit was the first fictional character to be made into a patented stuffed toy, making him the oldest licensed character. Potter’s books continue to sell throughout the world in many languages with her stories being retold in songs, films, ballet, and animations. Her life is depicted in two films and a television series. The Morgan Library is one of my favorite places to visit in Manhattan. It also has the best gift shop. This exhibit runs through June 9th. 
National Dolphin Day April 14, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, atlantic white sided dolphins, Bottlenosed Dolphins, dolphins, Indianapolis Zoo, nature, photography, Sea World San Diego, travel, wildlife, zoocation, Zoos
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Today is National Dolphin Day. The day is dedicated to this beautiful and charismatic marine mammal and its importance in protecting the ocean ecosystem. The dolphins shown in today’s montage are Atlantic white-sided dolphins seen on a whale watching excursion out of Gloucester and bottlenosed dolphins seen both at the Indianapolis zoo and San Diego Sea World. 
Buttons and Bows April 7, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: art, Art exhibit, Bows, Bowties, Fashion, Fashion as art, march madness, NYC, photography, The Museum at FIT
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Recently the Museum at FIT, presented Untying the Bow. The exhibition invited viewers to delve into the captivating world of bows and explored the impact of bows as they transcended their humble utilitarian origins to become a sophisticated and influential component of personal style. Untying the Bow was presented in three thematic sections: Form and Functions began by tracing the bow’s utilitarian origins. Status and Gender, explored the “bow’s” symbolism as a marker and subverter of status and gender. Finally, in Abstraction, the exhibition examined how the symbolism of bows has evolved into abstract forms and patterns. It was a fun, illuminating trip through the history of the Bow. It was very enjoyable. For those that are crazy, mad basketball brackets fans here is last year’s tribute to March Madness. 
Bunny Hop March 31, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, baby animals, Belgian Hares, Dwarf Hotots, Easter, Flemish Giants, Giant Chinchillas, Harelquins, Himalayans, Holland Lops, nature, photography, Rabbits, Thriantas
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The most prominent secular symbol of the Christian holiday, the Easter bunny, was reportedly introduced to America by German immigrants who brought over their stories of an egg-laying hare. The decoration of eggs is believed to date back to at least the 13th century. In Christianity, rabbits represent rebirth and resurrection, particularly during Easter celebrations. The rabbit’s ability to reproduce quickly also signifies fertility and new life. Rabbits are the ‘go to’ animal during this holiday. See if you can spot some of these breeds in today’s photo montage: Himalayans, Belgian Hares, Flemish Giants, Holland Lops, Giant Chinchillas, Dwarf Hotots, Harelquins, Thriantas. We have never had a bunny at Casa Lobo so the photo above is the closest we could get. 
Bear Hugs March 24, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: andean bears, animals, bears, Giant Panda, grizzly bear, nature, photography, polar bear, polar bear cub, sun bear, wildlife, Zoos
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Yesterday was World Bear Day. There are eight species of bear: the American black bear, Asiatic black bear, the brown bear, the giant panda, the polar bear, the sloth bear, the spectacled bear, and the sun bear. I honor these grand mammals with today’s photo montage. Sending the photos out to you with lots of bear hugs.
The Wearing of the Green March 17, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Birds, frogs, lizards, nature, photography, poison dart frog, St. Patrick's Day, Wearing of the green, wildlife, Zoos
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Today is St. Patrick’s Day. It is customary to wear green clothing, shamrocks or an accessory; which is called the “wearing of the green“. Many animals sport green everyday. Erin go Bragh! 
Spring Forward March 10, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, California Sea lion, fall back, nature, photography, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, spring forward, wildlife, Zoos
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I usually post photos of clocks when we change from daylight savings time and standard time. Not today. I am taking the phrase ’spring forward’ to showcase animals actually springing forward. Sorry about that lack of an hour’s sleep – especially on Oscar Sunday when we on the East coast struggle to stay awake until the end of the Oscar broadcast.
I Can Buy Myself Flowers March 3, 2024
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: art, Florals and Fashion, flowers, nature, NYBG, NYC, Orchid Show, photography
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I have been attending the annual Orchid Show at the NYBG for a number of years. This year’s inspiring show was like no other. The Orchid Show brings the catwalk to the Enid A. Haupt Conservatory in a fashion-inspired celebration of all things orchids. The bold fun designs of New York’s rising stars of the stitch with work by Collina Strada by Hillary Taymour, Dauphinette by Olivia Cheng, and FLWR PSTL by Kristen Alpaugh all fashionistas who have created dramatic, picture-perfect floral displays at the Garden that capture the orchid’s best side. In our Instagrammable world NYBG gives you a chance to “walk the runway” and show off your own personal flair, your love for orchids, and your fashion-forward connections to the natural world. Because florals are always en vogue at NYBG. My buddy was decked out in floral finery. The best I could do was switch out my usual black turtleneck for a purple one. I encourage you to go see this festive show which is on thru April 21, 2024.
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