Summertime, Summertime – sum sum Summertime August 9, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, NYC, photography, Photography Workshop, sea lion, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, zoo babies
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Our recent string of glorious, dry, summer weather has brought big crowds of animal lovers to the Central Park Zoo. Come join the fun and bring your camera. There is so much to photograph. Speaking of cameras, the Central Park Zoo’s Education Programs for fall and winter is now available on the zoo’s website. Two photo workshops are being offered. Check them out here under ‘adult programs.‘ Hope to see you there.
The Empire State Building Endangered Species Project August 2, 2015
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8/1/15
If you missed last night’s sensational light show projected on the Empire State Building here are just a few images that I was able to capture. Illuminating article from the NY Times here. 
Yes, the image above is a bit of whimsy added to the light show. It is that famous gorilla climbing up the building.
Lazy Summertime Zoo Yawns August 2, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: animals, baby animals, big cats, photography, wildlife, Yawns, Zoos
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The lazy hazy crazy days of summer are upon us. It is fun to photograph animals mid-yawning. Enjoy today’s photo montage and try to keep yourself from a yawn.
Summer at the Staten Island Zoo July 26, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, beaver, CC the sloth. Gregory the fennec fox, fennec fox, Marc Valitutto, photography, Staten Island Zoo, wildlife, Zoos
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It is always a treat to introduce friends to the fun at the always terrific Staten Island Zoo. Along with their varied zoo collection, we got to meet up-close and personal, a young beaver doing his first solo swim, Gregory their fennec fox, a tractable African porcupine, the now grown arctic foxes, Ce Ce the charming sloth and the amazing cassowary. Thanks again to Veterinarian and General Curator, Dr. Marc Valitutto for his time and energy. We loved our visit (and will be back).
Summer at the Central Park Zoo July 19, 2015
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It has been almost three months since I dedicated a Sunday montage to my home base, the Central Park Zoo. Mea culpa…it’s good to be home. Come visit!
Moody Gardens, Galveston Texas July 12, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Discovery Pyramid, Glaveston Texas, Moody Gardens, nature, photography, Rainforest Pyramid, travel, vacation, zoocation
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The final stop on our 2015 all Texas Zoocation was the all encompassing Moody Gardens in Galveston Texas.
The facility features three main pyramid attractions: the Aquarium Pyramid, which is immense and beautiful and holds many species of fish and four species of penguins; the amazing Rainforest Pyramid, which contains abundant tropical plants, animals, birds, butterflies, reptiles, and a variety of other rainforest animals including free-roaming monkeys and two-toed sloths; and the Discovery Pyramid, which focuses on science-oriented exhibits and activities.
A special shout out to Paula Kolvig and Donitta Brannon for hosting us and showing us every wonderful thing there was to see. Starting to plan Zoocation 2016 – stay tuned.
Houston Zoo July 5, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Houston Zoo, Okapi baby, photography, Shoebill Stork, travel, wildlife, zoo babies, zoocation
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Zoo #5 on our all Texas ZooCation 2015 was the wonderful Houston Zoo. Located in the heart of this very busy city the zoo has a terrific and varied collection. Along with an incredible bird collection, state of the art gorilla exhibit, large elephant habitat, there are surprises around every corner. A special shout out to Stephanie Adams and Hannah Bailey for their generosity of time and special attention.
San Antonio Zoo June 28, 2015
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Zoo #4 on our Texas ZooCation 2015, was the wonderful San Antonio Zoo. It is a big zoo with a sense of adventure. You weave in and out and come across marvelous surprises around every corner. The flora was beautiful and the collection large and interesting. If you are in the area, this zoo is a must.
Who’s Your Daddy? (Happy Father’s Day) June 21, 2015
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Happy Father’s Day! Enjoy this photo salute to some of the animal kingdom’s Dads.
Happy 10th Benny-versary! June 18, 2015
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12/5/14
Today is 10 years since I adopted my dog, Benny.
Those of you that have met him know that he is special. Other than that I am not sure how old he is or what he is – we think he is a combination chihuahua/pug/terrier/bat/truffle pig and a few other things thrown into his DNA. He barks when the phone rings thinking it is someone at the door. He has too many toys (my fault) and gets too many treats (mea culpa as well). He knows everyone on the block and his presence has allowed me to meet tons of other people in the ‘hood’. He loves to go shopping at Petco, Staples, Barnes & Noble and Bed Bath & Beyond with me and has met many new friends in those stores too.
There is something about the little guy that makes people smile – and that’s a good thing. Nary a day goes by that someone does not stop me and ask ‘What kind of dog is that’? My usual response is ‘He is something special’. Good boy! 
While at the Zoo 