We’re Snailing It!
Invasive Species Day is a day to spread the word about the perils caused by non-native organisms who are introduced to habitats where they don’t belong. These plants, animals, insects and others can…
Read MorePanda Palace Episode 7
Coco, Lulu and Penny are venturing out to their new outdoor habitat for the very first time on Episode 7 of Panda Palace! They loved getting to explore the space - climbing the trees and rocks,…
Read MoreCreating a Browse Program during the COVID-19 Era
I’ve worked in the Akron Zoo’s Horticulture Department for a year and a half now, and zoo horticulture is definitely struggling because of COVID-19. However, we’re adapting and innovating to make up…
Read MoreSo You Want to Work at the Zoo?
You love animals and want to dedicate your career to working with them. How do you get started? The best way is to gain experience working at a place that has the job you want. The Akron Zoo has a…
Read MorePanda Palace Episode 6
On Episode 6 of Panda Palace, our red pandas are weighing in! Lulu and Coco do some scale training with Keeper Lisa to get their current weights, while Penny decides to wait to get her weight in…
Read MorePanda Palace Episode 5
Coco, Lulu and Penny are back for Episode 5 of Panda Palace! This week, the red pandas sisters were introduced to their outside chute, which is a passageway between their indoor building and…
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