Monthly Archives: June 2010

Happy 9th birthday, Baheem!

Malayan tiger “Baheem” celebrated his 9th birthday this month with guests who dared to brave the Zoo on a very warm summer morning!  What do you get the tiger who has everything?  How about a wrapped box, stuffed with meat treats and set afloat on a raft.  The gift enticed Baheem into his pool, where [...]

Flamingo Arrival – June 2010

A flock of flamingos can also be called a colony, regiment, flurry, stand, or flamboyance. This flamboyance of flamingos is doing well in the Health Center, where they will spend at least 30 days for quarantine. They have indoor and outdoor rooms, a little pool, plenty of shade, and gaggle of Zoo Keepers giving them [...]

Save the Date! ZOOcson Feast for the Beasts! October 2, 2010

Reid Park Zoological Society’s annual fundraising gala, ZOOcson Feasts for the Beasts! Sponsored by Sol Casinos will be held the evening of Saturday, October 2, 2010.
This annual gala is a night of great food, fun and entertainment with activities including food from local restaurants throughout the Zoo, live entertainment in various locations and silent and [...]

In otter news….

African spotted necked otter “Pacino” is currently on exhibit by himself, but will soon be joined by female otter “Makena,” from Phoenix. The pair’s first introduction will take place in the Zoo’s Health Center, so the exhibit will be empty–but just for a short time while the otters get acquainted.