Potawatomi Zoo (and reunion 2019) June 23, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, baby animals, big cats, Josh Sisk, nature, okapi, photography, Potawatomi Zoo, South Bend IN, Takin baby, travel, wildlife, zoo babies, zoocation, Zoos
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A recent trip to visit old friends in Toledo and South Bend, Indiana was loads of fun. Our friend, Josh Sisk is now acting director at the Potawatomi Zoo and is doing an amazing job. What a fun visit and reunion. This 23 acre facility is beautiful – with a varied and interesting collection. The sightlines are wonderful and the habitats are large and user friendly to the visitor. They have eight species of primates, four species of big cats, Sichuan Takins (with two babies), camels, okapis and much more. There is something new and fascinating around every corner. Thank you Josh for your generosity and time. We loved our visit and will be back for sure.
Happy Father’s Day – 2019 June 16, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: baby animals, Father's Day, photography, wildlife, Zoos
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While most caregivers in the animal kingdom are mothers, there are some fathers who join in the role as caregiver. I salute some of those fathers out there in today’s photo montage. Coincidentally – tomorrow is also National Martini Day. Why not celebrate that special day today?
Central Park Zoo – June 2019 June 9, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Central Park Zoo, Galagos, NYC, photography, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, wildlife, Zoos
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I am on the road this weekend but prepared a salute to my home base, the Central Park Zoo before I left town. Enjoy some of our zoo’s amazing collection and meet one of our new galagos boys in the title photo. You can see them upstairs in the zoo’s Tropic Zone.
June is Bustin’ Out All Over (Brooklyn) June 2, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: baby animals, Brooklyn, photography, Prospect Park Zoo, Red Panda, sea lion, wildlife, zoo babies, Zoos
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Spent another work day this week at my childhood zoo – the Prospect Park Zoo. The zoo looks amazing. It is green, vibrant and fun. Enjoy a June day in Brooklyn!
Animal Enrichment with Spring Flowers May 26, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animal enrichment, animals, Central Park Zoo, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, nature, NYC, photography, Photography Workshop, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, wildlife, Zoos
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Last Sunday’s photo enrichment session at the Central Park Zoo was lots of fun for both the animals and photographers. It was a glorious day. The sun was out, the temperature ideal and the animals all set to be enriched. A special shout out to our amazing zookeepers who created the enrichment items. Enjoy!
Central Park Zoo – May, 2019 May 19, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Central Park Zoo, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, NYC, photography, Photography Workshop, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, wildlife
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As most of you know, the Central Park Zoo is my home base. While fall is my favorite season I admit to being captivated with spring too. Our cool, rainy weather has made everything green and colorful. Today is our final zoo photo session of the season featuring flowers as animal enrichment. I am optimistic it will be a successful, fun visit for all. Photos, next week.
Happy Mother’s Day – 2019 May 12, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: baby animals, Mother's Day zoo animals, nature, photography, wildlife, zoo babies, Zoos
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A very Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mothers, caregivers, nurturers, pamperers, surrogates and loving coddlers out there. My mother, Lillian Wolfe, is long gone, but her advice, warnings and general ‘Lili-isms’ live on in our daily lives. She taught us to laugh at life, to think, to question authority, to march, to protest – to fight the good fight. She also gave us our moral compass – one glance from Lillian told us instantly whether our behavior was acceptable or not – and I got a lot of glances. My sister Terry and I remember many childhood events differently but we both agree that our mother was a pistol. Here’s to Lillian Wolfe – she formed and informed what we are today.
Brooklyn’s Prospect Park Zoo (spring 2019) May 5, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Brooklyn, nature, photography, Prospect Park Zoo, wildlife, Zoos
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I had another chance to spend a few days working at the Prospect Park Zoo this past month. The zoo looks beautiful and the collection animals active. Brooklyn’s Prospect Park Zoo was the zoo of my childhood and whenever I visit I get a few fond flashbacks. Go visit if you can.
Spring at the Philadelphia Zoo April 21, 2019
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We headed south for a day trip to the Philadelphia Zoo this week. Other than the enormous crowds (who knew it would be crowded on a Tuesday)? – we had a fun visit. Many additions and upgrades were noted, including the repurposed polar bear exhibit which is now inhabited by penguins. Also we noticed many more bird habitats, tree top trails and food options. The Philadelphia Zoo is always a fun visit. 
Oakland Zoo – April 2019 April 14, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: California Condor, nature, Oakland Zoo, photography, travel, wildlife, zoo babies, Zoos
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Last week’s short sojourn to California to see family included a zoo visit of course. This time we chose the Oakland Zoo as it has had a major expansion over the past year. Last summer they opened the California Trail to the public, focusing on this state’s native wildlife. A fun gondola ride takes you to the top of the zoo where you are greeted with a delicious restaurant and great views. Along the trail, you encounter animals such as American black bears, American bison, California condors, eagles, gray wolves, grizzly bears, jaguars and mountain lions. The rest of the zoo is thoroughly enjoyable. If you are anywhere in the area I encourage a visit.
