Spring Fever at the Central Park Zoo April 13, 2014
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Yes, it is finally here. Spring has sprung – our little lamb is leaping, the ducks are flapping, the monkeys are flying, the swans are whooping and the sea lions are soaring. Come visit!
Sheep Shearing Day at the Central Park Zoo April 6, 2014
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This annual rite of spring took place yesterday at the Central Park Zoo. For many urban dwellers the sight of sheep being shorn was a first time experience. Our six day old lamb only added to the fun. A shout out to Pete Sepe of Sepe Farms for his annual visit, education and fun. Come visit us and see our freshly shorn flock at the Tisch Children’s Zoo.
Tropical Respite February 23, 2014
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After weeks of snow and ice I decided to spend a little quality time in the Central Park Zoo’s Tropic Zone. It was just what the doctor ordered. It is warm, colorful, and filled with wonderful sounds and calls. If you like today’s montage how about signing up for my next Central Park Zoo Photography Workshop on Sunday, March 9, from 8:30 to 10:30. Experience breakfast and a photo shoot with our Tropical Birds and maybe we will be lucky and there will still be some opportunities for snow photos too. 
SNOWPOCALYPSE February 9, 2014
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, nature, NYC, photography, Sea Ducks, sea lion, Snow Leopard cubs, Snow Monkey, snowpocalypse, zoocation
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New York City’s snowfall in 2013 amounted to 27 inches. It is only February and we have already tracked 40 inches with more snow coming later today. SNOWPOCALYPSE!
Reflections on a Winter Day – Madison Square Park December 21, 2013
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Madison Square Park is the park where Benny, my dog, and I spend lots of time. Benny’s time is spent sniffing and dreaming of catching that elusive squirrel and I daydream, reflect, chat with neighbors, other dog walkers, and strangers. Beginning in 1912, Madison Square Park was home to the first public holiday tree in the nation. Madison Square Park was home to the torch of the Statue of Liberty for six years to raise funds for the completion of the statue and its pedestal. There is also a suggestion that the southwest corner of Madison Square Park is where America’s pastime, baseball, got its mid-19th century start.game.. Whatever the history – enjoy today’s reflections.
First Snow of the Season at the Central Park Zoo December 15, 2013
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We did not get much snow earlier this week but we got enough for some fun snow photos of the zoo residents (especially the snow leopard twins) enjoying their first snow of the season. My own kittens, Audrey and Roberta, enjoyed watching their first snowfall too. Check out the video below today’s photo montage.
Say Cheese! December 1, 2013
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, Mary Schwalm, nature, NYC, photography, travel, wildlife, Zoos
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Zoo photography is lots of fun. Special moments happen when you are patient and observant. Suddenly your subject is staring right back at you with a priceless expression as if they were saying ‘cheese.’ Click! Click! Click! All of today’s photos were taken at the Central Park Zoo. Come visit. We are open every day from 10 to 4:30.
It is that time of year. My zoocation buddy and photographer extraordinaire Mary Schwalm is once again offering her 2014 desk calendar. The 2014 Galapagos themed month by month calendars are ready for shipping! They are $10 each plus shipping at cost. They make great holiday party/office party gifts. Order now! You can e-mail Mary directly at mary@maryschwalm.com for details and orders. I am placing my order today.
Happy 25th Anniversary to the Central Park Zoo August 4, 2013
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Happy 25th anniversary to the Central Park Zoo. There has been some type of animal collection at the zoo’s present site since the 1860s , but our precious zoo celebrates its rebirth as part of WCS’ three City Zoos on August 8th. Some of our amazing animal collection (and me) have been around the whole time. Happy Anniversary to us! Come visit.
The Fall and Winter Zoo classes and workshops are available on line for you to peruse and to sign up. There are two adult photo classes (Breakfast with the Birds and a Fall Foliage workshop) and a grandparents/kids photo class running in the fall and winter. Check out my photo workshops and the array of other choices available for your family and friends. Come join the fun.
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!
While at the Zoo 