Pumpkins-a-Plenty November 5, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Zoo.Tags: Central Park Zoo, enrichment, nature, NYC, photography, Photography Workshop, Pumpkinpalooza, pumpkins, Zoos
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Last Sunday’s Fall Photo series at the Central Park Zoo was lots of fun. The rain held off and everyone (especially our animals) were enriched by our many pumpkin experiences. One more photo series (called Valentine Tails) will be held on Sun, Feb 11, 2018 8:30AM – 10:00AM. Sign up now – it fills up quickly. 
Bat-ober October 22, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Bats, nature, photography, wildlife, Zoos
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Not much to say other than it is October, and I love bats.
A Bronx Tail (or two) October 15, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby gorilla, big cats, Bronx Zoo, photography, Sea Lion Pup, Snow Leopard cubs, squirrel monkey, wildlife, Zoos
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I wanted to visit the Bronx Zoo one more time before the cold weather sets in. Winter visits are fun too but who knows when we will get snow this year? My visit proved great – highlighted by an adorable snow leopard cub, sea lion pup, growing tiger cubs, baby squirrel monkey, young gorillas and Angolan monkey and much more. I logged in at 7.5 miles but it was worth every step.
Wholly Toledo October 1, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: photography, Toledo Zoo, wildlife, zoocation, Zoos
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Couldn’t resist the play on words about Toledo in today’s title. I have made umpteen trips to Toledo to visit good friends who have relocated there in the past few years. Every visit gets better and better. The Toledo Zoo grows more expansively each year and it is always a fun and adventurous place to visit. A shout out to Jeff, Jason, John, Chuck, Karen, Juan, Baby Olive, Juba, Leela, Picasso and Zack for the fun and laughs. I will be back soon.
Hello Gorgeous! September 24, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Bali mynah, Cloud Rat, goats, grizzly bear, Himalayan Monal, King Penguins, lemurs, NYC, photography, Red Panda, Sea Ducks, snow leopard, Zoos
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Thought I would share some of my very favorite faces that I work with at the Central Park Zoo. Their beauty makes my job simple.
Goodbye Summer September 17, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, Cloud Rat, lemurs, photography, Photography Workshop, Red Pandas, Sea Ducks, snow leopard, wildlife, Zoos
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It is hard to believe summer is just about over. It has been a fun, active summer at the Central Park Zoo. Fall is my favorite time of year. Come visit us. Thanks for signing up for my photo class . There is one opening left. See you soon. 
Little Cats and Big Cats August 12, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: big cats, little cats, photography, Snow Leopard cubs, wildlife, zoo babies, zoocation, Zoos
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I love cats – both big and small. This week’s montage is dedicated to these gorgeous creatures. See if you can identify 14 out of the 37 cat species in the world. 
Central Park Zoo – Happy 29th! August 6, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: Central Park Zoo, Happy 29th anniversary, nature, NYC, photography, Zoos
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This Tuesday (8.8.17) will be the 29th anniversary of the Central Park Zoo (in its present form). I am happy to say I have been involved with the zoo for the past 28 of those 29 years. The zoo began in the 1860s as a menagerie. The 1905 postcard above depicts the menagerie with the Arsenal (built in 1848 – which now houses our WCS administrative offices and the NYC Parks Dept). The zoo was modified in 1934 as part of the WPA with the addition of many new buildings arranged in a quadrangle around the sea lion pool. In a contract with NYC, the zoo was completely renovated in the mid-1980s and with much fanfare, reopened on August 8th, 1988, replacing the old-fashioned cages with naturalistic environments. There are many great old photos of the menagerie and zoo with a simple google search. Happy Anniversary!
Prospect Park Zoo, Summer 2017 July 23, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: baby animals, Brooklyn, Judy the elephant, NYC, photography, Prospect Park Zoo, Zoos
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Brooklyn’s Prospect Park Zoo was the zoo of my childhood and whenever I visit I get a few fond flashbacks. On this visit, I remembered there was an elephant named ‘Judy’ – so I googled it. Oh dear – sometimes, the outcome of a google search is not very good news. But, it was a long time ago and zoos were very different back then. My memory of Judy the elephant still remains sweet. Go visit!
Indianapolis Zoo – Mini-Zoocation Continues June 4, 2017
Posted by judylobo in Traveling.Tags: dolphins, Indianapolis Zoo, Orangutan, photography, rhino, travel, walrus, wildlife, zoo babies, zoocation, Zoos
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It was a beautiful day with a sensational host. EVP Paul Grayson could not have been more hospitable, entertaining and gracious when we visited the Indianapolis Zoo on our Mini-Zoocation in early May. It is a big zoo with something for everyone. Meeting walrus’, rhinos, orangutans and dolphins up-close and personal were unforgettable experiences. Seeing their scarlet macaws free fly overhead throughout the day was also amazing. Thanks to Paul and an outstanding crew for this visit.
While at the Zoo 