Riverview Park & Zoo
1300 Water Street K9H 7G4 Peterborough, ON, Canada

We all need encouragement to get outside and moving! This Family Day week, be like Steve, our pot-bellied pig or one of the 10,000 families to Log a Landmark in the Pathway Project #landmarkchallange - to be recognized and win prizes -link in @thepathwayproject bio to enter! #winterwalk #potbellypig #bringingthezootoyou #getoutside

This is our Yellow-Footed Tortoise! Here are some cool facts about the Yellow-Footed Tortoise! - Their shell is made up of 60 different bones that are all connected! - Tortoises do not have any teeth - Tortoises have that domed top shell to protect them from predators with snapping jaws!... Here is question for you! -Do you know what the difference is between tortoises and turtles? Let us know in the comments! See more

Say hi to our Sulawesi Forest Turtle Blinky! This freshwater turtle species lives on the island of Sulawesi in Indonesia. Little is known about this rare critically endangered species first discovered in 1995. We do know is that they only lay 1-2 eggs in each clutch whereas other freshwater turtle species lay between 30-50 eggs in a single clutch. At the Zoo we have had successful hatchlings in 2014, 2016, and 2020! #ClosedButCaring #BringingTheZooToYou #Sulawesi #Turtles #AmazingAnimals

Join the Park and Zoo Team! We're now accepting applications for a Zookeeper position (full time, 1 year contract). Please see our corporate web page for more info and to apply: https://www.peterboroughutilities.ca//who-we-/careers.aspx

Say hello to Polly our Chestnut-fronted Macaw and our Green-winged Macaw, Gomez. Macaws are very intelligent and respond well to interactive training. Training helps reduce the stress of health check-ups and makes them more fun! Here you can see both Macaws are eager present their wingspans to the zookeeper. They can live up to 60-80 years in captivity, so mental and physical exercise along with routine health checks are very important! #AmazingAnimals #macaws #training #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou - mm

Check out our curious slender-tailed meerkats meeting our leopard tortoise for the first time. Shared space is another form of enrichment for the animals that allows them to explore and experience new conditions, like meeting other animals! Zookeeper: Sarah #AmazingAnimals #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou -MM

Hazard, our Eurasian Lynx, loves the snow. Notice her thick coat for winter and snowshoe like paws. Our zoo keepers made this snow play video to share. : Zookeeper Melissa. Want to give back to the animals? Check out their Animal Enrichment Wish List: https://www.amazon.ca/hz/wishlist/ls/37A2UQ9PJTD0Z -Cm #lynx #bringingthezootoyou #enrichment #amazinganimals #snowday

The caribou and reindeer are loving this beautiful sunny snow day.. Marley, Margaret and Aurora make good use of their ‘amazing graze’ enrichment device that actively encourages searching and foraging for food. Animal Enrichment Wish List link in bio. #snowday #reindeer #caribou #enrichment #amazinganimals #bringingthezootoyou #sunshine -Cm

Pablo, our Capybara, is looking to cap off the year with a few new gifts to enjoy. Are you looking to give back to the animals this holiday? Check out their Animal Enrichment Wish List and give the gift of enrichment! Link in bio. #amazinganimals #enrichment #bringingthezootoyou #zoo #capybara #gifts

Do you want to build a snowman? The otters love this snowman built by the zookeepers with ice treats for them to discover. If you’ve made a snowman this season share a pic with us in the comments. If you want to give the gift of enrichment to the animals, check out their Animal Enrichment Wish List: https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//support/wish-list.aspx #enrichment #otters #snow #bringingthezootoyou -Cm

Wrap up a reindeer for Xmas! Or how about a squirrel monkey a python or a pot-bellied pig? We'll send you an adoption certificate, fact sheet and photo. Makes a thoughtful gift! Thank you for supporting all our animals. https://riverviewparkandzoo.ca//suppo/adopt-an-animal.aspx

Splish, Boldt and Lawrence are otterly excited for 2021! Want to give a meaningful gift to the animals this season? Check out their Animal Enrichment Wish List and give the gift of enrichment. Link in bio. #enrichment #otter #otterlyadorable #wishlist #bringingthezootoyou ~Cm

Checkout our Slender Tailed Meerkats! These guys are chilling in their hammock that our zookeepers have built as a form of enrichment! Here at the Zoo we use many different types of enrichment to stimulate the the animals minds and mimic different activity’s that they would do in the wild! Enrichment focuses on a variety of different things including tastes, smells, textures, and sounds! Animal adoptions also help fund our enrichment programs for your adoptive animal! #ClosedButStillCaring #bringingthezootoyou #meerkats #amazinganimals

Catching some rays by the dock in November! Here’s one of our West African Dwarf Crocodiles basking in the afternoon sun. One of the smallest crocodilians, this species is typically limited to 1.6 m (5.2’) in length. #closedbutstillcaring #bringingthezootoyou

Our Vietnamese Pot-bellied Pig Steve enjoying some pumpkins! At the Zoo our Pot-bellied pigs enjoy a diet of mini pig pellets, bran, and mixed fruit and veggies. They also occasionally love treats like this pumpkin! Animal adoptions go a long way here at Riverview Park and Zoo to help with health care, nutrition, training and enrichment. Visit our website: Www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca #bringingthezootoyou #ClosedButStillCaring #amazinganimals #pigtails #pumpkin

It’s world monkey day! Our troop of squirrel monkeys are practicing their gift opening techniques, but need your help. Find our Wish List on our website and give the gift of enrichment. Do they resemble your troop of monkeys? #enrichment #worldmonkeyday #bringingthezootoyou #troop #wishlist #monkeysofinstagram #giftopening -CM

In honour of World Sloth Day yesterday, here is a photo of Ferrari our Two-toed Sloth! Sloths spend majority of their day sleeping, did you know that they can sleep for 15 to 20 hours a day?! Here at the Zoo, our Sloth is part of a Species Survival Plan, which helps to ensure healthy numbers of certain species of animals in captivity in order to prevent extinction! #WorldSlothDay #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou

Here are reindeer and caribou are using an enrichment device that encourages forging for food. The Zookeepers have drilled holes in the spool and placed food inside so that when nudged the food is reviled! This encourages the natural behaviours caribou and reindeer seeking their out their food. Thanks to all the donors of our enrichment drive, we are stocked up on many of the reusable items. Follow the link in our profile to find our wish list for purchase. #bringingthezootoyou #reindeer #caribou #amazinganimals #enrichment #thanks

This is what finishing a virtual fun run looks like. Thanks to the Gleeson family for running and sharing your photo for the zoo! To all you particpants out there, do not forget to upload your time if you are tracking your time manually before midnight tonight. To all else you can still register and get out to run or walk, or donate. its never too late! https://virtualfunrun2020.itsyourrace.com/register/

4 days left to sign up for the virtual fun run or walk. https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//su/special-events.aspx

Today is the last day to sign up and participate in the virtual fun run 2020 and we need you: https://virtualfunrun2020.itsyourrace.com/register/ Funds will help us improve the cat house, the winter home for the lynx and servals that call Riverview Park and Zoo home. It's easy and safe: Step 1. Register, Step 2. Walk or Run in your neighborhood, anywhere in the world. Step 3. You can use the APP to track your distance and speed, or enter it manually. Step 4. T-shirt pick up... days will be coordinated after the race with each particpant. Your commitment to help through the virtual fun run means alot to the animals here. Not only will you be out getting excercise and fresh air, you will be helping us build a larger, better home for these maginificent cats. One that supports high standards for their health, training and enrichment. An effort we can not do without your support. It's just another good reason to get outside this fall. Thanks to all who have regsitered and run already, and those who have helped to raise funds and awareness. A big thanks to our sponsors Pure Country 105, Barking Pixel, Mark's, Running Room, Peterborough Utilities and the rest that have made this year possible. #readytorace #BringingTheZooToYou

There are 5 days left to register and participate in the RPZ Vitrual Fun Run or Walk. You can help improve the cat indoor winter home for the servals and lynx by registering today and getting outside with your family and walking or running in your neighborhood by October 14. https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//su/special-events.aspx Big thanks to all who have registered from our Black and White Ruffed Lemur and the whole zoo Zoo Crew. ... #closedbutstillcaring #amazinganimals #readytorun

4 days left to sign up for the virtual fun run or walk. https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//su/special-events.aspx

Meet Iggy our Green Iguana! The Green Iguana is also known as the Common Iguana, native to Mexico, Caribbean Islands, Central and South America. This species can vary in colour which is caused by age, temperature, breeding season, mood or health. As a defence mechanism, Green Iguanas can autotomize, which means they can drop their tail to escape predators. Their tail will grow back within a year, however, it will not grow to be the same length as before! #NationalIguanaAwarenessDay #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou

Get your household squirrel monkeys out moving in the sunshine over thanksgiving weekend. Only 6 days left to register for the virtual fun run or walk! https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//su/special-events.aspx

Only 7 days left to register and run or walk for the zoo's first virtual fun run! Run or walk anywhere in your neighborhood or on local trails by October 14th. You can download the APP to track your distance or manually enter your time. It's a safe way to get outside, get some excercise and help us with our goal to expand the indoor cat holding; home for our lynx and servals. T-shirt still available while supplies last. https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//su/special-events.aspx

Join us on our virtual turtle trek to learn more about the many incredible species we have at Riverview Park and Zoo! #Closedbutstillcaring #AmazingAnimals #BringingTheZooToYou https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2BIcn-Rblk&feature=youtu.be

Are you ready to run? The virtual fun run or walk is a vital fundraiser for the park and zoo. This year we are raising money to expand and improve the indoor cat holding for our servals and lynx. We need your help with our goal. It’s easy. Register to run, then get outside and walk or run 1 k or 5 k before October 14.... #ReadyToRace #amazinganimals Www.Riverviewparkandzoo.ca/en/support-us/special-events.aspx

Our North American River Otters Boldt and Lawrence out for an afternoon swim! Did you know?! River Otters can hold their breath for up to 8 minutes under water and can dive up to 60 feet! How amazing! #ClosedButStillCaring #BriningTheZooToYou

A day in the life of Steve our Vietnamese Pot-bellied Pig! Steves favourite day is when he goes on his walk to see his pals Lawrence and Boldt our North American River Otters here at the Peterborough Zoo! #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou #SteveMeetsTheOtters

Are you a student interested in #wildlife, #conservation and #animalbiology / #animalhealth ? Join our Animal Care Team this fall. But don't wait, time is running out! Tomorrow (September 18) is the last day to apply. Apply on our corporate web page: https://www.peterboroughutilities.ca//career-opportunities

Are you ready to run? The virtual fun run or walk is a vital fundraiser for the park and zoo. This year we are raising money to expand and improve the indoor cat holding for our servals and lynx. We need your help with our goal. It’s easy. Register to run, then get outside and walk or run 1 k or 5 k before October 14.... #ReadyToRace #amazinganimals Www.Riverviewparkandzoo.ca/en/support-us/special-events.aspx

What a successful summer we have had running our first ever Virtual Roberta Bondar Photography Challenge! Youth ages 9 to 15 have been exploring their own backyards and nearby environments taking incredible photos of the nature around them. Check out some of their beautiful photos! If your child enjoys being outdoors and has an interest in photography, make sure to join us next summer to become apart of this amazing opportunity and experience Thank you to all the participants, Otonabee Conservation, Camp Kawartha, Drew Monkman, Pathway to Stewardship and Kinship, and The Roberta Bondar Foundation for being part of this journey with us!

Our North American River Otters Boldt and Lawrence out for an afternoon swim! Did you know?! River Otters can hold their breath for up to 8 minutes under water and can dive up to 60 feet! How amazing! #ClosedButStillCaring #BriningTheZooToYou

The Zoo remains closed at this time. This includes the Zoo areas, all facilities between the gates, amenities and attractions (splash pad, gift shop, washrooms, train ride, programs and facility rentals). We are offering exclusive, safe, tours to Peterborough residents and annual donors. Tours must be booked in advanced. Just a reminder that our new tour dates and times will go live today at 12:00pm (noon). August 29 and September 1st - 7th will be available for booking. There is a three step process for booking that can be found on our website https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//plan-your-v/tours.aspx with more detail. Reservations must be booked online, we cannot do over the phone or email bookings. We thank you for your patience and understanding during these unprecedented times. #ClosedButStillCaring

We are continuing our prebooked guided tours on a limited basis throughout the fall (Fridays and Saturdays). This week's tours are now available for reservation. Tours have a maximum 10 people. New dates are released each week based on our capacity and are available for City residents, annual donors and animals adoptors. https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//plan-your-v/tours.aspx

Happy Meerkat Monday! These are our Slender Tailed Meerkats! They are 45 cm (20 inches) in length and average around 1kg (2.2 lbs)! In the wild meerkats feed on insects, spiders and snails but their diet can also include ground nesting birds and their eggs, and lizards. An interesting fact is that they have a resistance to scorpion and snake venom because they often prey on these animals. We use a variety of tools and techniques to encourage play, exercise or typical behaviors like foraging. At the Zoo, Meerkats benefit from different forms of enrichment including tastes, smells and sounds!

Sign up now for our final session of the incredible Roberta Bondar Challenge! Our final session runs from August 24 - September 4. If your child enjoys the outdoors and is interested in photography sign them up today! Follow the link in our bio or visit our website to register.

Here is our African spurred tortoise Bob. The African spurred tortoise is the third largest species of tortoise in the world! Tortoises are herbivories and their diet consist of fibrous grasses and other dessert plants, weeds, flowers and cacti in the wild. Tortoises and turtles are a very old group of species dating back to over 200 million years ago. This species uses its spur shaped scales on the forearms to dig burrows up to 3 meters deep to escape from extreme heat and for protection from predators. #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou

Happy Saturday from our Eastern Box Turtle Jackson! Box Turtles have a high upper shell and large lower shell which allows the turtle to close its shell and seal its head and limbs safely inside. The Eastern Box Turtle inhabits woodland areas, marshy meadows and brushy grasslands, living close to streams and ponds. They are primarily terrestrial animals but in warmer summer months can be found near the edges of swamps and marshlands to stay cool. Instead of just jumping in a pool to cool off, Eastern Box Turtles will spread saliva over their legs and head to cool down! #TerrificTurtles #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou

The zoo remains closed to the public at this time. A reminder that our first week of tours from August 15-21 has already been fully booked. We cannot accommodate visitors who arrive without a reservation, so please be patient as we work towards developing and posting further availability for future weeks. Again, we will be unable to take visitors on tours without reservation. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate our new tour schedule! #closedbutstillcaring

In honour of World Lizard Day, here is picture of one of our African Plated Lizards sun bathing (not actually)! Like all reptiles, they depend on their environment to regulate their body temperature. They will bask in the sun to warm up, and retreat to the shade to cool down. This is referred to as ectothermic. At the Park and Zoo our Plated Lizards use heat lamps to help them stay warm. Plated Lizards are covered in large scales called osteoderms which are scales that have bone in them. They also have huge ears compared to most reptiles. #WorldLizardDay #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou

Our park staff are hard at work to prepare the zoo area for our first group of tours! We are excited to say that our first week of tours from August 15-21 have already been fully booked! We thank everyone who has expressed interest and reserved their spots already, and will connect with those who have contacted us this morning to finalize tour times and details. More tour dates for future weeks will be posted soon! Thank you everyone for your patience, understanding, and support. We cant wait to see you back at Riverview Park and Zoo. Thank you Peterborough! #closedbutstillcaring

Register now for our first ever Virtual Roberta Bondar Photography Challenge! Youth are able to explore the beauty of nature from a different perspective! Registration for our final session this summer can be found on our website The Zoo remains closed at this time. This includes the Zoo areas, all facilities between the gates, amenities and attractions (splash pad, gift shop, washrooms, train ride, programs and facility rentals). We are happy to announce that our small t...eam of dedicated staff and volunteers have been ramping up to offer exclusive, safe, tours to Peterborough residents. Tours must be booked in advanced. Registration starts tomorrow at 8am by visiting our website: www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca #ClosedButStillCaring

The name Archer fish comes from their ability to take down prey by spitting an arch of water at their prey. A powerful shot of water is formed by a special groove in their mouth, once they press their tongues against it, it will shoot water out. This carnivorous fish floats at the surface of the water waiting for their prey. Once their prey is above them, they shoot out their powerful shot of water to knock the insect into the water! It is an incredibly accurate shot of water which can reach up to 1.5m away. They can also jump out of the water to catch their prey! #FantasticFish #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou

Here is our Capybara Pablo enjoying a cool swim on a hot summer day! The Capybara is the largest rodent in the world, weighing as much as an adult human! The capybara has many features that help it to live their aquatic lifestyle. They can swim with only the nostrils, eyes and ears out of the water because they are placed high on the head. A capybaras body also contains a large amount of fatty tissue, giving it natural buoyancy in water. The Capybara is a strong swimmer and can stay underwater for up to five minutes! #CoolCapybara #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou

Congratulations to our 2019 Roberta Bondar Photography Challenge Winners! Riverview Park and Zoo Winner- "Otonabee Vines" - Megan Thibert Third Place Winner of the Ruby Level Category - "As Flowers Bloom" - Michaela Cameron... If your child loves being outdoors and has a interest in photography, Riverview Park and Zoo and Otonabee Conservation are running the perfect program for your child! Sign up now for the first ever Virtual Roberta Bondar Photography Challenge! Do not miss out on a great way to connect with nature and photography! Follow the link in our profile or visit our website to register!

We are back with Public Educator Maggie learning some cool facts about our Reindeer and Barbary Sheep. Check out our website to learn more awesome facts about our #AmazingAnimals! #BringingtheZootoYou #ClosedbutstillCaring

Say hello to our Red-necked Wallabies! Wallabies are interesting because they are marsupials, meaning that their offspring fully develop in their pouch, instead of inside the mothers uterus. When a baby Wallaby is born it is actually only about the size of a jelly bean! The tiny baby then crawls up the mothers leg into her pouch and finishes developing there. Because of this, a mother can actually have three babies growing at a time, one growing in her uterus, one continuing its growth in her pouch and one developed enough to be outside hopping around. Stay tuned for more facts about our #AmazingAnimals! #BringingtheZootoYou #ClosedbutstillCaring

https://forms.riverviewparkandzoo.ca/Donationsour newest Sulawesi forest turtle hatchling. Sulawesi forest turtles are critically endangered in the wild due to habitat loss, poaching for food, and the illegal pet trade. At Riverview Park and Zoo, we work hard to repopulate the species, one hatchling at a time! It is difficult for the population because usually, turtles will lay many eggs, increasing the chance of survival of offspring. However, Sulawesi forest turtles lay onl...y 1-2 eggs per clutch, making their repopulation rates much slower. We are proud to be one of the few zoos to successfully breed these turtles in North America. This success was made possible by the generous donation of funds for an incubator through the Community Foundation Vital Signs network. Community support through donations makes our success in species survival possible. If you would like to donate to our conservation programs please visit: https://forms.riverviewparkandzoo.ca/Donations #amazinganimals #BringingtheZootoYou #closedbutstillcaring See more

Say hello to Cassandra and Boomer, our two emus! Did you know emus have unique feathers compared to other birds? Each quill has two feathers attached instead of one. Emus use these feathers to help control their body temperature by fluffing them up based on whether they need to warm up or cool down. The feathers also end up being lighter weight because of this unique feature! For more information on our emus visit our website!#BringingtheZootoYou #ClosedbutstillCaring #amazinganimals

Training the animals to willingly go onto weight scales is an important part of the routine here at Riverview Park and Zoo. It allows the zoo keepers to notice any changes in their physical health. Training to get on the scales often includes repetition and the use of positive words or whistles to indicate a job well done. Of course success is also reinforced with favourite treats! Here you can see that zookeeper Sharolyn gives Charlotte, the pot bellied pig, apple slices for... getting all four feet up on the scale. Cassandra the emu gets leafy greens as encouragement. Friday our serval is best motivated by steak. Training like this helps to facilitate better health observations, reduces the stress of assessments and ultimately helps to avoid the need for sedation or restraint when providing regular health care. Visit our website to learn more. #closedbutstillcaring #amazinganimals #bringingthezootoyou See more

A shout out of thanks to Mollys Acres @mollys_acres for the donations of fresh organic greens for the animals at Riverview Park and Zoo. Many animals here enjoy them as a part of their healthy fresh diets! If youd like to make a donation connect with us [email protected] or visit www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca #closedbutstillcaring

The Bondar Challenge is once again being offered by Riverview Park and Zoo in partnership with Otonabee Conservation! This year the program is going virtual. If your child has an interest in photography, loves exploring outside, and wants to learn more about nature, this is the program for them! This 2-week virtual program, developed by the Roberta Bondar Foundation, teaches youth about photography and their environment. Discover the outdoor world through your camera lens! Registration for sessions in July and August open now. https://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//the-bondar-challenge.a

The gardens are growing and producing veggies for the animals at RPZ! Groundskeeper companion planting tip: Borage is an excellent all around companion plant, very attractive to pollinators. Plant it around squash, melons, and cucumbers for improved pollination and yield. Whats your tip? #amazingplants #closedbutstillcaring

The Bondar Challenge offered by Riverview Park and Zoo in partnership with Otonabee Conservation is going virtual this year. Registration is $20 for youth ages 9-13, and is fun for the whole family. The program includes support and lessons through Google classroom, weekly challenges and prizes, guest speaker videos and formal entry into the National Bondar Competition. Discover the natural world around you through the camera lens. Register now: www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca//what/the-Bondar-challenge.aspx

This week is dedicated to sharing the passion and devotion of keepers to the world. Thanks to our Riverview Park and Zoo Keepers for all you do to educate and advocate for nature and wildlife. You make us who we are! #NationalZooKeeperWeek #ThankYou #ClosedButStillCaring

Dive into some cool facts about our bubbly and energetic North American River Otters with our Public Educator Maggie! #AmazingAnimals #BringingTheZooToYou #ClosedButStillCaring

The playground at Riverview Park and Zoo is set to open as of tomorrow, July 22, while the zoo itself remains closed. Please remember playground equipment is not sanitized regularly, take all garbage and recycling you generate home with you, and washroom facilities remain closed. Please plan accordingly and help keep the park clean. A special thanks to our volunteer team for your help removing invasive plant species from the grounds in preparation.

Meet the Keeper at RPZ continued: Keana and Lilith #bringingthezootoyou #closedbutstillcaring #amazinganimals

Celebrating National Zookeepers Week at RPZ! Our fabulous team are education ambassadors make learning fun, and l raise awareness for protecting and preserving wildlife and their habitats. In todays session of Meet the Keeper: Keana and our royal ball python, Lilith. #bringingthezootoyou #closedbutstillcaring #amazinganimals

Riverview Park and Zoo remains closed. This Saturday, we are #BringingTheZooToYou with a video of one of our seven bird species: the Wild Turkeys! A defining characteristic of birds are their feathers and wings. Did you know that turkeys have 5000 to 6000 feathers? Turkeys have a long, dark, fan- shaped tail and glossy bronze wings. The male is much larger than the female, and his feathers have areas of red, purple, green, copper, bronze, and gold. Female feathers are duller, in shades of brown and gray. The primary wing feathers on both males and females have white bars. Turkeys can run at speeds up to 40kph (25 mph) and can fly up to 88kph (55 mph)! These birds get along with one of our mammal species and they share an exhibit. Do you know which one? #BeautifulBird #ClosedButStillCaring

We are happy to announce that the Riverview Park and Zoo playground, one of the largest and most diverse playgrounds in the City, will be open to the public on Wednesday July 22nd, 2020 with the following notifications and guidelines for visitors: Due to limited resources and the safety of visitors and staff, all washrooms will remain closed and garbage is carry-in/carry-out. Please plan accordingly and help keep the park clean. The zoo remains closed at this time. This inclu...des the zoo area, all facilities between the gates, amenities and attractions (the zoo, splash pad, gift shop, washrooms, train ride, programs, picnic shelters and facility rentals). Only essential staff are on-site taking care of the 150 animals, 30 exhibits, grounds and facilities. These limited resources mean that we must continue to focus on what is most important, caring for the animals that live here, and keeping them and the staff who care for them safe. #closedbutstillcaring

Happy World Snake Day from Big Mama our Burmese Rock Python! Big Mama is a Reptile which means that she is ectothermic or cold-blooded and relies on external sources, such as sunlight or a heated rock surface for regulation of body temperature. You can find Big Mama basking under her warm heat lamp here at the Zoo. However, in the video she is very active which means she is ready for lunch! Check out our website to learn more about our amazing animals! #WorldSnakeDay #ReptilesRock #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou

A Fish known as the Archerfish can be found in our aquarium! This aquatic fish lives in estuaries around mangrove and can live in both salt and freshwater. In the wild archerfish are carnivores feeding on insects, small fish and crustaceans. Here at the Zoo, we feed them crickets to hunt as well as commercial fish food. Check out our website to learn more about our amazing animals! #FantasticFish #ClosedButStillCaring #BringingTheZooToYou