The Dallas Zoo May 17, 2015
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Zoocation 2015 began with our east coast 5AM flights to Dallas – first stop the Dallas Zoo. We arrived just in time to join the media frenzy for the debut of little Kipenzi the Giraffe. We met some wonderful warm people and got to see a few special things including an up-close visit with their cheetah and companion dog. I must admit my favorite thing was seeing MJ the adorable Tamandua who was born at the Staten Island Zoo living in his new home. He is the darling of their education tractable program. A shout out to Janelle, Harrison and Allison for a super visit.
Happy Mother’s Day – 2015 May 10, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Happy Mother's Day, Lillian Wolfe, Mother's Day and babies, photography, travel, wildlife, zoo babies, zoocation, Zoos
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Happy Mother’s Day to all of the mothers, caregivers, nurturers, pamperers, surrogates and loving coddlers out there. Most of today’s photos were taken on last week’s all Texas Zoocation. We had a blast and I will be posting photos of those great Texas zoos in the coming weeks.
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 and generally act upon what we thought was wrong. 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.
Ah, Spring April 26, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, photography, pot bellied pigs, Red Panda, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, white-naped crane, wildlife, zoocation
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Yes, it is still chilly in NYC but spring has definitely sprung with magnolias, forsythia, blue bells, hellebores, budding crab apples, cherry blossoms and more. The Central Park Zoo sheep have been sheared, the school groups enjoy the zoo on their outings and in general – it is good to be alive.
We embark on our Texas 2015 Zoocation next week. Looking forward to six new zoos and an aquarium and hopefully meeting new friends along the way.
The National Zoo – Spring 2015 April 19, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Andean bear cubs, Bao Bao, cherry blossoms, GIant Pandas, Mei Xiang, naked mole rat, National Zoo, photography, South American Porcupine, Tian Tian, travel, zoo babies, zoocation
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A whirlwind visit last weekend to DC to visit good friends, enjoy the cherry blossoms and get a bit of culture would not be complete without a visit to the National Zoo. Our visit was abbreviated – so we headed straight for mammals. In just two hours we managed to enjoy their three giant pandas, Mei Xiang, Tian Tian and baby Bao Bao. We rushed to the Amazonia area to see the adorable four month old Andean bear cubs Muniri and Mayni with their mother. We waved ‘hi’ to the elephants, seals and orangutans and luckily got a chance to visit the small mammal house with keeper Maria who generously gave her time to us. We fell in love with their sand cat named Thor, their South American porcupines and an adorable naked mole rat (featured above). A shout out to my friend Nick, Ashley and Maria for making our short visit most memorable. We will be back.
NY Aquarium – winter 2015 March 15, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Coney Island, Nuka the walrus, NY Aquarium, photography, travel, wildlife, zoocation
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Nothing like Coney Island on a frigid winter’s day with a visit to Nathan’s (yum) and Brooklyn’s NY Aquarium. The Aquarium is still undergoing construction from the devastation of Hurricane Sandy and the promises of new and exciting exhibits will be happening soon(ish). A huge shout out to Kayla, Martha, the keeper staff and the amazing Nuka the walrus for making us feel so very welcome. We will be back.
The Toledo Zoo – Winter, 2015 March 8, 2015
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It is always a bit sad when zoo friends depart NYC for new adventures elsewhere – but the good news is that I get to visit them wherever they go. So last week’s return to see old friends at the Toledo Zoo was, as always, lots of fun. The zoo always has new things to see. I was partial to see one of their new wolves, named Lobo. Thanks to Jeff, Juan and Chuck for their time and generosity. My visit was great – and I will be back.
Winter at the Staten Island Zoo February 8, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Arctic Fox pups, Baby Binturong, Cassowary, fennec fox, Ground Hornbill, Marc Valitutto, Oryx, photography, Staten Island Chuck, Staten Island Zoo, zoocation, 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 the terrific zoo collection, we got to meet up-close and personal, a young ground hornbill, Gregory the fennec fox, Foster the kangaroo, the now grown arctic foxes and of course, the popcorn smelling adorable, young binturong. Thanks again to Veterinarian and General Curator, Dr. Marc Valitutto for his time and energy. We loved our visit (and will be back).
Who’s Got the Munchies? January 25, 2015
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Zoo visitors love to watch the resident animals eat. Not sure why other than it is fun to see what they eat, how they eat and for sure – when they are eating – they are not sleeping. Here are some of my favorites.
Winter Fun at the Central Park Zoo January 18, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, photography, Photography Workshop, Sea Ducks, snow leopard, Snow Leopard cubs, Snow Monkey, zoocation, Zoos
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Yes, it is cold but if you are dressed correctly winter is just about the best time to visit a zoo. The crowds are gone and many of the temperate animals are more active and engaging. Today’s montage is devoted to that energy.
Want to see these gorgeous animals up close an very personal? Come to my next Wildlife Photo Workshop at the Central Park Zoo on Sunday, January 25th from 8:30 to 10:30. Click here, scroll to Adult Programs and sign up.
The San Francisco Zoo – 2015 January 4, 2015
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, photography, Photography Workshop, San Francisco Zoo, travel, zoocation, Zoos
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A New Year’s trip to the West Coast found us once again at the wonderful San Francisco Zoo. This zoo holds a special place for my California family and me. A loud shout out to Dom Dorsa, Curator of Birds and Reptiles for his generosity, spirit and time. You made our visit very special.
Want to see the animals at the Central Park Zoo up close and personal before public hours? Come to my next Wildlife Photo Workshop at the Central Park Zoo in three weeks, on Sunday, January 25th from 8:30 to 10:30. Click here, scroll to Adult Programs and sign up. 
While at the Zoo 