Three's Company in the Gerenuk Yard –
Denver Zoo’s wildly popular gerenuk, Woody, has a couple of new roommates. Two females, named Sushaunna and Layla, just arrived from Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Bay Lake, Florida. They arrived under recommendation of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP) which ensures healthy populations and genetic diversity among zoo animals. Gerenuks are a species of antelope with the unique ability to stand on their hind legs completely vertical. Combined with their long necks this makes it easier to browse hard to reach leaves in trees. Watch a video of all three gerenuks here and watch Woody stand on his hind legs for husbandry training here.
Teachers : Learn How to Utilize Zoo and Maximize Your Field Trip Experience –
Formal and informal educators alike are invited to Denver Zoo's Educator Night on Thursday, August 8, from 7 to 9 p.m. Guests will explore Toyota Elephant Passage and the related curriculum, field trip programs and teacher professional development opportunities that will debut this fall. Learn how the zoo and its newest, groundbreaking exhibit can help you inspire your students' discovery. The evening is free, but we do ask educators to RSVP by July 30. Learn more here.
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Denver Zoo Pedals to Fifth Place Finish –
Denver Zoo’s dedication to alternative transportation was in high gear during last month’s Bike to Work Day. Zoo staff pedaled to a fifth place finish in its size category of the event’s Business Challenge, which measures participation of companies in each metro area. Denver Zoo encourages its employees year-round to use alternative transportation for commuting and has seen significant increases in the total number of staff members who ride their bikes to work. Learn more about the zoo’s many eco-friendly practices here.
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Comedy Night Returns August 16 –
Come laugh with the lions and bid with the bears as the Rocky Mountain Chapter of The American Association of Zookeepers (AAZK) hosts its 12th annual Comedy Night on Thursday, August 16, from 6:30 to 10 p.m. at the zoo. Denver comedians Chuck Roy and Hippieman will have you in stitches for this event that supports animal conservation. Admission includes hors d'oeuvres and adult refreshments, a silent auction, live auction and lots of laughs. This event is for adults 21 and over (no infants or children please). The program content may include explicit language and adult situations. Purchase your tickets now.
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