National Zoo Keeper Appreciation Week July 21, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, National Zoo Keeper Appreciation Week, nature, photography, wildlife, zoo keepers, zoocation
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The third week in July is National Zoo Keeper Appreciation Week. I appreciate these terrific people all year long and dedicate this week’s photo montage to the 18 people who make everything great at my zoo, the Central Park Zoo. I thank you, one and all, for all you do – the unsung heroes – each and every day. If you go to a zoo this week, please say ‘thanks’ to a zoo keeper when you see one. Let’s hear it for ALL of the hard working, dedicated Zoo Keepers out there.
Central Park Zoo Summer Fun July 14, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, banded mongoose, Central Park Zoo, NYC, photography, sea lion, Titi Monkeys, wildlife, zoo babies, zoocation, Zoos
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This week the Central Park Zoo introduced a pair of Titi Monkeys who can be seen upstairs in the tropic zone’s mezzanine. While you are up there do not miss the adorable, very active six baby Banded Mongooses (and their big brother). If you get too warm, cool off in the chilly Penguin House where you can find four species of penguin – Chinstrap, Gentoo, Rockhopper and King. Come visit – it’s fun!
There’s no place like home… July 7, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, banded mongoose, Central Park Zoo, Gus the polar bear, nature, NYC, photography, Sea Ducks, sea lion, travel, wildlife, zoo babies, zoocation
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It has been a couple of months of Sundays (and occasional Wednesdays) since I have featured my home base, the Central Park Zoo. There’s lots going on at NYC’s little gem of a zoo. We have three Swan Goose goslings, young Patagonian Cavy twins, baby Banded Mongooses and a young Victorian Crowned Pigeon. The usual cast of other wonderful animals includes Gus the polar bear, three acrobatic sea lions, April, Katy and Edith and the largest sea duck collection in a zoo in North America. Come visit – There’s no place like home!
You’ve Got to Have Friends April 28, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Benny the dog, Central Park Zoo, Madsion the cat, photography, term friendship, wildlife, zoocation
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While at the zoo you can easily see many species hanging out with one another for mostly breeding purposes. But every so often interesting alliances are formed. At the Central Park Zoo, where all of today’s photos were taken, we have a few odd friendships that have developed. Is it for comfort? Is it for Safety? I am not sure – but you can check out a few of those bonds in today’s montage. At Casa Lobo, Benny the dog and Madison the cat have developed a relationship that is cautious, yet leery. Check out their photo at the bottom of todays post.
Watch Larry the Anole and Beemer the Dog share a long term friendship on the beautiful island of St Croix – taped in 2008.
Lastly, my zoocation buddy, Mary Schwalm and I are off on an adventure next week. Six new zoos. Be back soon.
A Much Needed Dose of Cute April 21, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, Benny the dog, Central Park Zoo, photography, wildlife, Zoos
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This past week was filled with many bad, sad and depressing news stories. I thought that everyone could use a Sunday ‘dose of cute’. Hope these photos (all taken at the Central Park Zoo) put that smile back on your face.
To add to your smile factor, check out a recent photo of Benny the dog, below today’s montage, with his favorite (albeit shredded) toy, Mr. Koala.
Yum! April 14, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: animals eating, Central Park Zoo, herbivore, nature, photography, wildlife, zoo
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Zoo visitors love to watch the animals eat. Why? Maybe it is a shared connection or a chance to watch them doing what every sentient creature on earth does. Whether the animal is an omnivore, herbivore or carnivore we like to watch them eat. All of today’s photos were taken at the Central Park Zoo. If you have not seen this hilarious video about animals eating – check it out here:
Flip, Flap and Fly April 7, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: accredited zoos, Central Park Zoo, nature, Philadelphia Zoo, photography, travel, wildlife, Zoo Lover's Day - April 8th., zoocation, Zoos
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Today’s beautiful animals were all photographed at my favorite zoo, the Central Park Zoo. Enjoy!
Tomorrow, April 8th, is Zoo Lover’s Day.
– It is estimated that over 600 million people visit zoos each year.
– There are more than 2,800 zoos and aquariums in the world.
– Germany has more zoos than any other country – 414!
– The US has more than 350 zoos. The total number of AZA accredited zoos and aquariums is 221.
– Over 30 US zoos have more than 1 million visitors a year. Disney’s Animal Kingdom has the most with 9.5 million visitors each year.
– The Philadelphia Zoo is the oldest zoo in the US. It opened on July 1, 1874.
– The oldest running zoo in the world is the Vienna Zoo in Schonbrunn. It was founded in 1752.
– With over 1,500 species, Germany’s Berlin Zoo has the largest variety of animals in any zoo in the world.
– The largest zoo in the US is Red McCombs Wildlife with over 12,500 acres.
Why not go out and visit your favorite Zoo, enjoy the outdoors and see some amazing animals?
Spring at the Central Park Zoo March 31, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Benny the dog, Central Park Zoo, Gus the polar bear, photography, Photography Workshop, Sea Ducks, Snow Monkey, wildlife, Zoos
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Rarely a holiday goes by (whether we celebrate it or not here at Casa Lobo) that doesn’t cry out for a new hat that Benny the dog can wear. Enjoy this year’s Easter Benny..
Spring has sprung at the Central Park Zoo. The flowers are waking up after a long winter, and our animals are more active than ever. Come visit us.
Our Breakfast with the Birds class (April 28th) is sold out but there are a few spaces left in our Family Program, Images in Spring (Sunday, April 14th from 9 to 10:30). This family program is designed for parents and kids to share a photo adventure before the zoo opens. Click here for details and to sign up.
Oink! – March 1st is National Pig Day March 1, 2013
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A Salute to Gus on International Polar Bear Day February 27, 2013
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February 27th is International Polar Bear Day. Accordingly, I decided to salute the Central Park Zoo’s 27 year old charismatic polar bear, Gus.
While at the Zoo 