Father Seahorse Brings Special Delivery - Denver Zoo recently welcomed nearly 30 seahorse babies, or fry. This is a unique event as Denver Zoo is one of only five North American zoos with recommendations to breed from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP). Also unique to these unusual looking fish is the fact that males, not females, are the ones that actually give birth. The fry are being cared for behind the scenes, but guests can see adult seahorses now in Tropical Discovery.
Swing Like a Gibbon -
White-cheeked gibbons Vinh and Jing-Chi aren't the only ones who can swing around Toyota Elephant Passage. One of the exhibit's numerous opportunities for children to play, explore and learn is the Bamby Iliff Brachiation Station. Located near the Anschutz Foundation Gibbon Islands, this interactive station allows kids to learn about the Asian apes by brachiating, a form of locomotion where primates move from hold to hold using just their arms. Watch the gibbons brachiate here.
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Recycled Materials Help Grow Veggies - Denver Zoo's horticulture staff created a one-of-a-kind display vegetable garden this summer using recycled materials that will provide yummy treats for our animals. This was to demonstrate how to grow produce in small spaces with a tiny budget. The garden features a baby crib, a chimney pipe and even an old window frame to build a "cold frame," which allows the team to lengthen the growing season. Guests can see the garden themselves by the bald eagle exhibit and learn about other sustainable zoo projects here.
Zoo Closes Early on September 7 - Denver Zoo will close at noon on September 7 for preparations for Brew At The Zoo. With 40 local breweries and 20 restaurants getting set up for the 15th anniversary of this event, presented by Anadarko Petroleum Corporation, there will be a lot of work getting everything ready for the big night. If you plan on visiting the zoo that day, please excuse our mess as we get set up for a fantastic evening!
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