#TheMoment an endangered tortoise became a first-time mom at almost 100
Rachel Metz of the Philadelphia Zoo recounts the moment ‘Mommy’ — a 97-year-old Western Santa Cruz Galapagos Tortoise — produced four new hatchlings, becoming the oldest known first-time mother of her species.
#animals #zoo #nature #motherhood #Philadelphia
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.6715407?cmp=rss

#TheMoment an endangered tortoise became a first-time mom at almost 100
Rachel Metz of the Philadelphia Zoo recounts the moment ‘Mommy’ — a 97-year-old Western Santa Cruz Galapagos Tortoise — produced four new hatchlings, becoming the oldest known first-time mother of her species.
#animals #zoo #nature #motherhood #Philadelphia
https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/9.6715407?cmp=rss

@𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗭𝗼𝗼
Visit the new and gorgeous keel-billed toucans in the Birds of the World! These birds feed primarily on fruit, but will occasionally eats insects, reptiles, birds, and eggs. https://t.co/gCvbTO3zuS
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@𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗭𝗼𝗼
Happy 1st birthday, Kal! Bat-eared foxes have giant ears and exceptional hearing. They also have more teeth than most mammals, making it easier to consume live prey. Look for him later this summer in the Cheetah Encounter! Presented by Bobcat Enterprises Inc. https://t.co/t2hhX6qX6w
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@𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗭𝗼𝗼
Not to sound cheesy, but World Rat Day is one of our favorite holidays! Today from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., scurry over to Think Tank to meet our smart and socially savvy Norway rats—“queens” Victoria, Elizabeth and Latifah. Special activities include family-friendly https://t.co/EY1FxpGpFu
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In other news, two 100-year-old Galapagos tortoises at the Philadelphia Zoo produced four living hatchlings, and I for one am thrilled. #zoo #tortoise

https://www.philadelphiazoo.org/news/four-critically-endangered-galapagos-tortoises-hatch-at-philadelphia-zoo/

@𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗭𝗼𝗼
Sleepy sisters ready for bed. These cheetah Cubs are training to become ambassadors for their species Learn more: https://t.co/9QMx9Lbqqi https://t.co/yExiCfqUSf
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External URL(s) in tweet:
∙ https://cincinnatizoo.org/cheetah-cub-sisters-making-great-strides

Simple & Cute Animals Coloring Book for Kids: Cute Creatures, Big Smiles & Fun Coloring for little hands https://a.co/d/bTET4nL #Animals #Zoo #Nature #Cute #Coloringbook

@𝗖𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗭𝗼𝗼
Silly Fritz! DYK:
* One hippo produces about 22 lbs. of waste per day.
* The hippo’s closest living relatives are whales and porpoises.
* Hippos can easily outrun most humans. They have been clocked at 19mph over short distances. https://t.co/yuj1Ncb3ta
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Aquariums: 1st Tour Ever Of My New Aquarium! (Emotional) https://www.flakefood.com/669088/aquariums-1st-tour-ever-of-my-new-aquarium-emotional/ #animals #Aquarium #BrianBarczyk #BrianBarczykAquarium #BrianBarczykLegasea #BrianBarczykZoo #build #education #explore #fish #fun #InteractiveAquarium #InteractiveZoo #InteractiveZooAndAquarium #learning #legasea #LegaseaAquariumAndTheReptarium #michigan #midwest #reptiles #snake #tour #utica #video #videos #vlog #youtube #YoutubeVideos #YoutubeVlog #Zoo #ZoosAndAquariums

Golden-breasted Starling
Saint Louis Zoo
Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

Red-Legged Seriema
Saint Louis Zoo
Saint Louis, Missouri, USA

I think this would make a nice t-shirt. At Trailside Museum & Zoo, Bear Mountain State Park, NY. #zoo #sign #food #annoy #cage #animal

"Otters still on the run after escaping Wisconsin zoo under cover of snowstorm, video shows"

https://www.oregonlive.com/environment/2025/03/otters-still-on-the-run-after-escaping-wisconsin-zoo-under-cover-of-snowstorm-video-shows.html?gift=df2294ff-0f08-4568-9dcb-e6faba05c2a7

"A pair of otters dug their way to freedom at a Wisconsin zoo and are still on the loose days later, zoo video shows.

The North American river otters, Louie and Ophelia, escaped their enclosure under cover of a snowstorm ..."

video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrOA8vR1gdQ

@𝗺𝗮𝗿𝘆𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘇𝗼𝗼
Just a few of the many field efforts we undertake to protect our native species. In addition, we are proud of the top-notch care we provide for the Maryland Wilderness residents right here at the Zoo! https://t.co/gc61hXndZi
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Watch baby elephant Tula-tu enjoying a shower with mother Rose-Tu at her side, highlighting the strong bonds in elephant families. Born in February 2025, Tula represents hope for Asian elephants—now reduced to fewer than 50,000 in the wild.

Learn more: https://thekidshouldseethis.com/post/baby-elephant-tula-playing-in-a-warm-shower

@𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗧𝗼𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗼𝗭𝗼𝗼
RT @TorontoPolice: Many brave plungers faced the frigid waters for our annual Polar Plunge supporting @SOOntario athletes at @TheTorontoZoo…
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