Eat Your Heart Out February 17, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Central Park Zoo, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, photography, Photography Workshop, Red Panda, Sea Ducks, sea lion, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, wildlife, Zoos
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Last Sunday’s Valentine Tails photo class was a big hit. Everyone had a good time, great photos were taken and most of all, the animals at the Central Park Zoo got terrific heart themed enrichment created by an amazing zoo keeper staff (special shout out to Nora and Tumeca). Despite the cold weather there were smiles all around. Enjoy today’s heartfelt photos and hopefully you will sign up for the last photo class of the season. It is going to be held on Sunday, May 19 from 8:30 to 10:30. It is already half filled. Click here for more info.
Me and My Shadow February 9, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, Grizzly bears Betty and Veronica, nature, photography, Sea Ducks, shadows, Snow Leopard cubs, wildlife, Zoos
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Taking zoo photos on a bright sunny day can be a challenge. I prefer taking photos on overcast days. Sometimes however, the deep shadows and stark contrasts create an interesting image. Enjoy today’s Me and My Shadow.
Year of the Pig February 3, 2019
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February 5th marks the Year of the Pig. Enjoy some of the beautiful pigs I have seen over the years. If you are not celebrating your zodiac animal, here are four other years we have shared. Year of the Snake, Year of the Monkey (that’s me), Year of the Rooster and Year of the Dog. 
Who’s Got the Winter Munchies? January 27, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: animals, animals eating, Bats, Birds, herps, monkeys, photography, Red Panda, wildlife, zoo babies, Zoos
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Perhaps we humans all gain a bit of weight in the winter. Today’s montage salutes animals who make healthy food choices all year round.
Brooklyn’s Prospect Park Zoo January 20, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Animal Planet's THE ZOO, Brooklyn, photography, Photography Workshop, Prospect Park Zoo, Red Panda, sea lion, WCS, wildlife, Zoos
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As some of you know, Brooklyn’s Prospect Park Zoo was my childhood zoo and every time I return I get a flashback or two. This week’s visit was no different. I encourage a winter visit. Several new and exciting things to see including the fabulous Pallas Cats and Black-footed cats.
Reflections January 13, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Central Park Zoo, nature, photography, Sea Ducks, sea lion, Snow Monkey, Zoos
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After downloading a memory card there are, at times, a few happy surprises. Here is a small collection of some of those happy surprises. They all contain mirror images or reflections. Enjoy and reflect.
Central Park Zoo – January2019 January 6, 2019
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Central Park Zoo, nature, NYC, photography, Photography Workshop, Red Panda, snow leopard, Snow Monkey, wildlife, Zoos
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It has been about three months of Sundays since I last posted a ‘while at the zoo’ about my home base, the Central Park Zoo. If you haven’t been to our zoo in a while the winter is a great time to visit. The crowds are smaller, the tropic aviary is nice and warm and the temperate animals much more active. You can combine your next visit with our upcoming photo workshop. It is called Valentine Tails and will be from 8:30 to 10:30 on February 10, 2019 (think hearts.) The workshop is filling up fast. If interested click here.
No ‘ifs’ just ‘ends and butts’ – 2018 December 30, 2018
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It has been a good year for new faces, places and spaces. Thank you for coming along for the ride. I celebrate the end of my 15th year of Sunday photo montages, and following tradition, I leave you with with no ‘ifs,’ – just ends and butts. Below is a list of some of those places that we have visited. Looking forward to more zoo-cations in 2019 and wishing you all a very Happy Zoo Year! Smithsonian National Zoo, San Francisco Zoo, Georgia O’Keefe at the NYBG, Potawatomi Zoo, Toledo Zoo and Aquarium, Cleveland Metroparks Zoo, David Traylor Zoo, Rolling Hills Zoo, Sunset Zoo, Topeka Zoo, Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, Oklahoma City Zoo, Tulsa Zoo, Sedgwick County Zoo, deCordova Sculpture Park, Buttonwood Park Zoo, Stone Zoo, Southwick’s Zoo, Capron Park Zoo 
Stone Zoo – 2018 December 16, 2018
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Our last mini-zoocation stop was the Stone Zoo in Stoneham MA. Lots of improvements to this 26 acre facility since we were there last year. A new entrance, several new exhibit animals, two amorous jaguars and of course twin snow leopard cubs made for an ideal visit. We will be back next year for sure.
Southwick’s Zoo – 2018 December 9, 2018
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The penultimate stop on our fall mini-zoocation is an annual favorite – the Southwick’s Zoo in Mendon MA. Southwick’s is always fun and I encourage you to visit. They are closed for the season now (except for several weekends). You can check out their website for dates. My zoocation sidekick and good friend Mary Schwalm has created another desktop calendar for 2019. I have already ordered mine and got them in the mail the other day. Check them out here. A perfect stocking stuffer.
