Zoo News Sunday: Orangutans, Turtles and Field Trips

Good Sunday to you all, Zebee here. I’ve just finished another week of zoo travels and here are the best of the best for the week.

Meet the Real Spider-Man™ and Celebrate our Insect Zoo's 30th Anniversary
This is going on today. If you’re under 14 you can get $1.00 off if you dress up like your favorite bug. Cool! Who are you going to dress up like? I think I’ll go as a . . . ladybug or maybe a cockroach.

Upcoming Events at the Oakland Zoo
If you live in the area, check this out. You’ll find out everything that’s going on at the zoo.

Toledo Zoo announces October events
Here’s what’s happening at the Toledo Zoo for October. Looks like fun.

Phoenix Zoo celebrates National Elephant Day
What a fun day they had over at the Phoenix Zoo. Read all about it and learn about Reba.

Pumpkins are Returning to the Bronx Zoo
This must be the week for October Event calendars to be released. Here’s what’s happening at the Bronx Zoo.

Perth Zoo Simmo the croc moves into new environment
See Simmo’s new home and learn all about this special croc.

N.C. Zoo ranks third for field trips
I think this is cool. Zoos rank high for field trips. See what ranked higher.

Binghamton Zoo Wins Back Accreditation
Great video. See what this zoo has done to get it’s accreditation back and what it plans for the future.

San Diego Zoo expands to valley with tortoise center
See how far reaching zoos can be to help endangered speices survive.

Erie Zoo announces birth of baby orangutan
Read all about this new baby. I’m sure we’ll get to see pictures soon.

So, what are you going to do this afternoon? Why not visit your local zoo. Be sure to let me know what's happening at your zoo and I'll share it here next week.

Bye for now, I'm going to take a nice nap under that maple tree over there. *yawn*
See you Tuesday.

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Zoo New Sunday: Awards, Babies and Cancer

Good Sunday Bloggerville fans. Zebee here. Let’s get going, we have lots of zoos to visit today. See you at the end.

Children’s Rain Garden to be Dedicated at Virginia Zoo
What a cool idea. This rain garden will teach school children about pollution prevention and inspire them to be stewards of their environment. Don’t miss the opening!

Vote for ZSL for top London Tourism Award
They’ve been nominated for four top tourism awards! Great show London Zoo. Now it’s your turn to help them win. Watch their cute video and learn how you can help.

Naming Rights for Riverbanks Zoo’s Baby Giraffe to be Auctioned Off
Read all about the newest addition to Riverbanks Zoo and see how you can get to name her.

Pittsburgh Zoo's elephants will have their cake and eat it, too
This is today, so hurry over and join in the fun.

Polls open to name Detroit Zoo's new lemur twins
See the names the zoo has narrowed it down to and be sure to vote. You only have a few more days.

Introducing Zuri, the baby Elephant.
Watch this short video and see Zuri play with her mom. Very cute!

Florida Crystals Teams Up With Palm Beach Zoo To Save Endangered Jaguars
This is a very interesting fund raiser. We all buy sugar, so do your bit to help the jaguars out.

Zoo-bred frogs released near Payson
This is part of the ‘behind the scenes’ type of things that zoos do. Learn about these amazing frogs and why the zoo got involved.

Zoo event focuses on kids' cancer
What a wonderful event for children with cancer. Read about what all this foundation does for the children and their families.

Well, that’s it for today. If you’ve got great weather today, why not visit your local zoo.

See you Tuesday.

Zoo News Sunday: Babies, Boo at the Zoo and home schoolers

Good Sunday all, Zebee here. We have lots of zoo news to get through today, so let's get to it. See you at the end.

Minnesota Zoo hosting three dolphins from Chicago
See why Noelani, Allison and Tapeko are visiting the Minnesota Zoo and how long they’re going to be there.

Zoo hopes to have new African Elephant Crossing area certified nation's largest 'green' animal exhibit
Watch the video and read about this interestingly new type of animal exhibit.

Brevard County Zoo seeks businesses to host treat stations at 'Boo at the Zoo'
It’s getting close to that time of year again. Check with your local zoo for their ‘Boo at the Zoo’ party. Oh, and if you live in Brevard County, FL, see if you can help out.

Boo at the Zoo is Back For its 20th Year at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
Another zoo announcing their ‘Boo at the Zoo.’ Check out the dates and see what’s new this year.

Video of Baby Snow Leopard in Japan
Watch the video of this cute baby snow leopard. He’s got beautiful eyes.

Merlin Entertainments Group is Planning to Build a $15 Million Sea Life Aquarium at Phoenix
This looks really cool. Check it out. My boss Joy wants to go. Maybe she’ll take me. I hope, I hope.

Hogle Zoo's Elephant Gives Birth To a Baby Girl
She’s sure cute. See how much she weighed at birth. Amazing, more that many full grown adults.

Wild Michigan Rattlesnakes and Fox Snakes Studied by Potter Park Zoo Vet
If you like snakes, read this. Very interesting.

Oklahoma City Zoo chimp's ready for her debut
Great video with a keeper explaining all about this little girl’s life at the zoo.

Baby Elephant Born At Albuquerque Zoo
This baby elephant weighs even more than the one at Hogle zoo! See how much she weighs in at and the zoo’s plans to name her.

Baby Gorilla Has First Birthday at the Zoo
So, just what kind of cake do you give a gorilla for his birthday? Watch the video and you’ll learn what a gorilla considers a great birthday cake.

San Francisco Zoo Animail - September 2009
This is a copy of the San Francisco Zoo newsletter. See what all is happening at the zoo.

Zoo says goodbye to summer
IF the Buffalo zoo is where you call home, here are their new hours of operation.

Houston Zoo's Second Home School Day
If you home school and live in the Huston area on Sept. 22, this might be for you.

New chick at Woodland Park Zoo
A ball of white fluff with pink legs. Read all about this cute baby flamingo.

Smallest deer is born at city zoo
Learn about this tiny deer from Chile.

Well Bloggerville fans, that’s all for today. I’ll see you back here Tuesday with some news from the V Zoo. Hint: we have some new . . .

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Zoo News Sunday: Babies, Zoo tips and Robotics?

Good morning everyone, Zebee here. Well, I visited a lot of zoos this week, and look what I found. . .

Zoo Animal Get Cool Treats to Beat the Heat
Last Sunday we shared this story, now watch the video.

'Corks for Conservation' wine tasting event at Binder Park Zoo
This one’s for the adults out there. Check this out for a fun time.

Endangered habitat Up Close and Personal
Cool new exhibit at Stone Zoo in Stoneham, MA. Great picture too.

Tips for having the best possible experience at the Columbus Zoo
These are good for most zoos.

Baby Elephant Born at Hogle Zoo
See the first pictures of newest baby at Hogle Zoo. When was she born?
How much does she weigh? Find out here.

New Babies at the Houston Zoo
What’s new at the Houston Zoo nursery. . . see their pictures and see if they’ve been named yet.

Rare Lion Cubs Unveiled at Zoo
Cool video of these rare lions. Learn why they’re rare.

Detroit Zoo Seeks Suggestions to Name Lemur Twins
Help name these babies. You have until September 2, so check this out now.

Denver Zoo Has the Ticket for a Wild Birthday
Is it your birthday? Do you live near Denver? Read this then and say “happy birthday to me!”

Brew at the Zoo – Adult fun
Are you busy next Friday? Do you live near Columbus, OH? If you said yes, then don’t miss this.

Endangered Red Panda Births Quadruplets At Denver Zoo
Read all about these cute cubs and see what other name Red Pandas are known by.

Indian Zoo Breeds “Endangered White Tigers”
Watch this very interesting video and learn about these beautiful animals.

Elephants, Robotics and Teens Together at Oregon Zoo
This is really cool! See what these three teens did and how it’s benefiting the elephants.

I just love visiting zoos, don't you? See what's going on at your local zoo and stop in for a fun family day. Oh, and if you do, send me a picture or two and I'll get my boss Joy to post them here. Thanks!

Now, next week over at 'Zebee's Summer Zoo Camp' we are going to be looking at SNAKES! Be sure to stop in and check it out.

One last thing before I sign off and go hunting for that great treat I saw Rebekha hiding, be sure to send in digital pictures of this week's art work from zoo camp. Remember, if you do my boss Joy will send you a penguin surprise.

Zoo New Sunday: Romp and Chomp, Bisons and Babies

Hi bloggerville fans. Zebee here with some more interesting zoo news. I traveled all over this week and here are my top picks. Sit back and enjoy!

An Evening All-You-Can-Eat Buffet at Nashville Zoo’s Romp and Chomp
This sounds like fun! The event will be held 4 times this summer. Read all about it and then make plans to go.

Katraj Zoo to Get Bisons from Mysore
Read about this zoo in India. Bisons are just one animal spices they are getting. See what other animals will call Katraj home.

New Elephant Exhibit at San Diego
This new exhibit is really something. I want to go! Oh that’s right, I already did. Well, you go then.

New Milwaukee County Zoo Exhibit Ruffles a Few Feathers
An exhibit where you can have birds land on you. If you like birds, you’ll love this new exhibit.

Students Help Zoo’s Black Rhino Project
Read this story. Elementary students are helping raise funds for Potter Park Zoo, started by an eight year old girl. Way to go Emily!

Oklahoma City Zoo’s Rhino Getting Used to New Digs
Niki’a checking out her new home. Have you ever moved? Read how she’s doing.

80th Anniversary Celebration & Fisher-Price® Presents "Little People® Musical Show"
Are you going to be in San Francisco June 27 or 28th? Yes? Then check this out and go.

It’s a Wild World AnimalShow Returns to Akron Zoo
The show starts June 2nd and will run for the summer season. If you’re in the area, this would be a fun day trip for you and your kids.

Baby Panda Born in Thai Zoo
Cool video of a baby panda. They are really small!

Okay, so I’m tired now and want to go take a nap. But before I go, I want to remind you all that starting tomorrow over at Books Go Beyond Reading the “Bounding for Books Blog Tour” starts. Monday’s schedule is:

Jennifer Gladen is over at Daily News with Kim Chatel

Mayra Calvani chats with Jennifer Gladen at Jen’s Blog

Joy Delgado visits with Mayra Calvani at Mayra’s Secret Bookcase

Shari Soffe shares her book with Joy Delgado over at Books go Beyond Reading

Margot Finke pops in to chat with Shari Soffe at “Out of My Mind” About Books for Children

Donna Shepherd and Margot Finke talk over at Margot’s blog.

Kim Chatel can be found at Topsy Turvy Land with Donna Shepherd.

So pop in. Each author is giving away something for comments, so leave comments.

See you back here Tuesday with more information about “Zebee’s Summer Zoo Camp”. (Yes, I got my boss Joy to name the camp after me.)

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Zoo News Sunday: Black Lemurs, lights and gifts for Mandrills

Good morning everyone out there in Bloggerville! Zebee here with another fun filled report about the world zoos. Today we have lights, gifts and new arrivals. So sit back and enjoy. See you at the end.

Zoo goers see lights -- millions of them
Go to the Brookfield and Lincoln Park zoos this holiday season. Lights, magic shows and Santa await you.

Naples Zoo gives gifts to animals
What kind of candy canes do hyenas like? Check it out, it’s not what you might think.

Zoo hides new arrival
Malaika is 22 and new to this zoo. See where she came from and where she was born.

Chester Zoo names its baby Eastern Black Rhino
What did they name him and what does it mean in English? Do you think he’ll live up to his name?

Festive holiday outings for the whole family
See what the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago is giving it’s residents for Christmas. If you live in the area, don’t miss out!

Bronx Zoo in New York City calendar of events for the holidays.
Want to go to the Bronx Zoo this holiday season? Here’s all the happenings at the zoo for you.

Bramble Park Zoo Has New Pallas Cat Kittens
Check out these highly endangered Central Asian cats.

Baby hippo makes first appearance at Berlin Zoo
Watch this video of a hippo and his mommy.

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo will bring back "Dinosaurs!" exhibit in May
Something to look forward to this spring. Dinosaurs were my boss Joy’s favorite animals when she was a kid.

Gift Giving Means Monkey Business At Lowry Park Zoo
Cute picture of a Mandrill opening a present.

"Christmas Light Festival" continues at Montgomery Zoo
This looks like fun. I especially love the poster, take a look!

Como Zoo plans 'Noon Year's Eve'
What a fun way to celebrate New Years Eve with the young ones.

OAKLAND ZOO: Rare Lemurs Arrive at Oakland Zoo
Black lemurs with blue eyes? This you have to see.

Well, I don’t know about you but I’m exhausted. I think I hear that shade under the tree over there calling me. So, while I take a nap, you go have a great day and I’ll see you again on Tuesday.
Zebe out.

Zoo News Sunday: Awards, free admission, babies and Jane Goodall

Happy Sunday morning to all you out there in Bloggerville! Zebee here posing as the roving reporter of world zoos. This week I took it easy as lots is happening with our boss Joy and the book launch coming up in a few weeks. She needed me here to, uh, oversee things at the ‘V Zoo’. But I still snuck in some time to learn about all the goings on at zoos around the world. Enjoy today’s installment!

Woodland Park Zoo Receives AZA Education Award
More awards! Congratulations Woodland Park Zoo.

Elephants 'phone' friends with rumbles
Very interesting, but, you humans are getting too smart. I just hope you don’t figure out that WE can understand YOU!

A Bonfire With Noiseless Fireworks At The Bristol Zoo
Bangless fireworks!?! That works for me. I don’t like all that noise.

Two ocelot kittens born at Woodland Park Zoo
Cute babies. I wonder what their names will be?

Free Admission to the Kansas City Zoo for 2 months!
What a great deal. Two whole months where you can go to the zoo for free. If you live in Kansas City, go to the zoo!

Jane Goodall unveils chimp habitat at Monarto Zoo
Opening in December, make your plans now to go visit this great new habitat.

Three Aquatic Babies At Marineland
Dolphins are sooo much fun to watch. Read on and see how old the oldest dolphin in human care is. Amazing!

Southern Ray Gives Birth To Pups At Florida Aquarium
Look at that! A baby stingray. They sure are cute.

I’ll be back on Tuesday with news about our book, Zooprise Party / Fiesta Zoorpresa. Enjoy your day!

Zoo New Sunday: babies, adoptions, hurricane Ike and Jack Hanna

Hello Bloggerville fans. Zebee here with more zoo news. There are some fun things going on in zoos as well as a few very interesting stories about Hurricane Ike, some babies and a special award for Jack Hanna. So, sit back and enjoy the picks for this week.

Lots of births at the Honolulu Zoo
Babys galore at the Honolulu zoo. Read all about them. Any zebras?

Slothful by nature
What a cutie! I didn;t know they could be so small.

Bristol Zoo Gardens Adopts Orphaned Lowland Gorilla
Read about Kera and her new home.

Kansas City Zoo becomes love nest for toads
Wow! I never knew how important the breeding programs at the zoos were. Read about it here. I sure learned a lot.

Elephant helps with zoo clean up after Hurricane Ike
What a great elephant Tucker is. Take a look at the pictures of him helping in the clean-up effort after Ike went through Houston. Way to go Tucker!

Zoo beasts hide from hurricane
Look at this picture! A lioness takes refuge from Ike in a church! Truly amazing.

Sparking young minds at the Gladys Porter Zoo
If you live in the Brownsville area, go there today, Sunday and take the kids along for the fun.

Zoo association gives top honor to Jack Hanna
How cool. He likes our book and gets a very prestigious award all in one week. Way to go!

Zoo camping allowed next week
I wanna go! Oh, that’s right, I already sleep in a zoo every night. Well, if your in the Lafayette, IN area you should go. There’s nothing quite like sleeping in a zoo. The price is good too.

Living Desert Zoo and Gardens
The pictures are breath-taking. Looks like a geat place to visit.

That’s it for today. I need to go get out of the rain, so, I’ll see you all Tuesday. Have a great Sunday.

Zoo News Sunday, lots of babies and a few other things

Zebee the roving zoo reporter here. I hope all of you are having a great weekend. If you live in the US, Happy Labor Day!

Today we have lots more babies and some good news from the Phoenix zoo. Enjoy!

Monkeying around at the Budapest Zoo
Have you ever heard of a Javan Iangur? What type of animal is it? You will learn about them here and even get to see pictures..

Zoo’s vampire bat colony adds 3rd baby since June
Baby bats, vampire bats at that. Three have been born at the Little Rock Zoo. Learn more about the flying creatures in this article.

Hazina looks forward to earning her stripes
New okapi birth at the Marwell Zoo. Click on the video link to watch the birth of little Hazina. She sure is a cutie.

Geri Newest Charmer At Zoo
A baby bonobo at the Columbus Zoo. What is a bonobo? Check it out here.

Louisville Zoo's New Amur Tiger Sasha Steals The Show
New tiger at the zoo. What’s his favorite toy?

Phoenix Zoo has storm damage; no animals hurt
Good news for Phoenix that the storm didn’t do more damage.

Big, BIG News at the Houston Zoo
The Houston Zoo just got two new elephants. See a picture of them here.

Rare civet albino cat comes to Lucknow zoo
What is a civet? Where is the Lucknow Zoo? A civet is a type of cat and Lucknow is in India. Read how the zoo got the cat.

After success in Chicago, Fort Worth Zoo’s Komodo dragon is headed home
I think it’s cool that zoos loan their animals to other zoos. Read about Faust’s time away from home and what home has planned for him now.

Well, that’s it for today. See you Tuesday with more news from the ‘V Zoo’. In the meantime, have a great day.

Zoo News Sunday today we have babies, sculptures, top US zoos and more

Good day all you people in Bloggerville. Zebee here as your roving reporter. Today I have 6 zoo news stories for you. More births, giraffes and elephants, the top must visit zoos in the US and a few others of interest. Enjoy this weeks picks, I sure did.

Five American Zoos That No Family Should Miss Out On
Hey, Rebekha’s zoo is listed here. Can you guess which one?

N.C. Zoo offers walkable trails, natural habitat areas
This is cool! I like the section titled ‘Clip Joint’. Don’t know if I want to clip elephant toenails however.

Baby Giraffe Born at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
She is really cute, but then aren't all babies?

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo removing, restoring Schreckengost sculptures
Interesting sculpture method.

Baby Masai Giraffe Birth Witnessed by Visitors at San Diego Zoo
How cool is that? I’d like to see a giraffe being born. Iwonder if any of our giraffes are going to have babies.

It's a boy! Rose-Tu delivers 286-pound elephant calf
286 pounds! Mom must be proud. I wonder what they’ll name him?

Okay, that’s it for today. See you Tuesday.

Zoo news Sunday Check out all the things going on around the world

Hello Blogerville fans, Zebee here with another week of zoo news from around the world. Boy is there a lot of news this week. I have 10 different picks for you. We’ve got babies, zoo birthdays, new exhibits and much more. So, grab a nice tall glass of cold lemonade, sit back and have fun.

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Getting nose to nose with a grizzly
At the Minnesota Zoo you can be just inches away from a grizzly bear. Look at the picture and see just how close you can really be. Also, read about the security measures the zoo is taking to keep you the visitor safe.

Zoo celebrates new giraffe claves
Look! Two baby giraffes. Did you know that giraffes are around 6 feet tall at birth?

In Central Park, Happy Birthday to Zoo
Wow! This zoo first opened in 1864. Read all about the history of the zoo and what they are up to now.

Fossil Exhibit Opens at the Pocatello Zoo
Cool! Digging for fossils! I always wanted to do that. Do you think I can with my hoofs? I’m going to try digging this afternoon.


Phoenix Zoo Acquires a Low Mileage Jag
Isn’t she pretty?

Made In The Shade: Keeping A Cooler Zoo
I’ve heard of Popsicles, but what’s a bloodsicle? Read this to find out.

Horses More of rare breed born at Wild Animal Park
This is great news because this is an endangered species that once was extinct in the wild.

Fly Me to the Zoo at the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport
Cool show idea. Anyone live near Bridgeport?

Asian elephant Sabu returns to Cincinnati Zoo
Sabu was gone for 10 years! I bet they are going to have a big welcome home party for him.

US-bred Bengal tigers given to Baghdad zoo
Look at how much fun Riley and Hope are having in their new home.

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Okay, did you read the one about ‘bloodsicles’? I don’t know about you, but I’m glad my keepers don’t give that to me. See you Tuesday, until then have lots of fun!

Zoo News day: red pandas, elephants, snow leopards and hedgehogs are in the news this week

Hello and Wow! Can you believe another week has gone by? We have some interesting stories for you today. Births, strange adoptions and more. So let’s get to it. Sit back and enjoy the world of zoos for this week.

It's a girl! Baby elephant born at zoo
How cute! Look, she’s doing the splits.

Dutch house cat adopts rejected red panda
Check this out! There’s a picture too as well as sidebars of other interesting animal happenings.

Prickly pack of hedgehogs arrives at the zoo
The are so small! Check out the picture and see just how small they are.

Snow Leopard Cub Births at Zoo Important for Endangered Cats
This is truly an endangered species and there are only 150 in AZA zoos. Go see them if you live in the Oklahoma area. Oh, and if you do, please send me pictures.

Brookfield Zoo's programs give behind-the-scenes look
This is a bit different, but interesting what zoos do behind the scenes.

Well, that’s it for this week. See you Tuesday with more goings on at the ‘V Zoo’.
Zebee

Zoo news: Several elephant stories this week as well as lions, polar bears and more.

Happy Sunday all you people in Bloggerville. Zebee here. Well, since it’s Sunday, I get to bring you all the zoo news I’ve collected for you this week. Let’s get right to it.

Seneca Park Zoo in New York unveils elephant splash pool

Watch Lilly and Genny C in their new pool. Looks like fun. Think I could join them?

Video & Gallery: Abandoned lion cub set for future in Africa

Check out this video of the Zara, most adorable baby lion cub you’ve ever seen.

Maryland Zoo Welcomes New Polar Bear

Visit Anoki in her new home. Why did she move from her home in New Mexico? How does a Polar Bear get transported from one zoo to another? Read this and find out.

29 new guests at Dhaka Zoo

Look who’s come to the zoo! Elans, kangaroos, Oryx, Giraffe and Wildebeest.

Denver Zoo to build $50 million exhibit for elephants

I’d sure like to be an elephant in Denver. New exhibit looks really cool. Also learn why some zoos are shutting down their elephant exhibits.

See you Tuesday!