Keepin’ it Wild! April-June 2020
A digital publication of Zoo Miami Foundation and Zoo Miami.
OUR MISSION: The Zoo Miami Foundation fosters community pride and involvement with Zoo Miami and secures financial support for the zoo.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE: - “Hope” is born at Zoo Miami - Meerkat & Painted Dog Pups - Family Friendly Activities
Keepin’ it Wild
is a quarterly digital publication of
Zoo Miami Foundation that provides information for the friends, supporters and Members of Zoo Miami.
LETTER FROM THE CEO Dear Friends,
For more information, please contact: Zoo Miami Foundation 12400 SW 152 Street, Miami, FL 33177 (305) 255-5551 / www.zoomiami.org
In the face of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Zoo Miami made the difficult decision to close our gates to the public on March 19, 2020. The safety of our animals, guests, and staff has always been our top priority. These are certainly trying and unprecedented times.
Zoo Miami Foundation’s Mission Zoo Miami Foundation fosters community pride and involvement with Zoo Miami and secures financial support for the zoo. Zoo Miami Foundation Board of Directors: Chair: Jose C. Romano Chair-Elect: Eric Eikenberg Treasurer: Kathy McDonald Secretary: Armando Fernandez Past Chair: Jim Kushlan, PhD. Sharon MacIvor, DVM Alejandro “Alex” Mendieta Maria I. Nardi Jorge Navarro Marc A. Osheroff Ann Pope Aliette D. Rodz, Esq. Katrina Daniel Rosen Dr. Michael Rosenberg Patricia Siles, CPA Eric J. Stephens Merrett R. Stierheim Peter “Chip” Vanderberg, Jr. Christopher Walters Joseph “Joe” Wieneke
Alan Atkinson Mary Barley Dr. Jose Francisco Barros Brittnie Bassant Sandy Batchelor John V. Chibbaro Jose Felix Diaz Diane Dickhut Larry Feldman, PhD Diana L. Fitzgerald, Esq. Robert Furniss-Roe Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez Michael Heithaus, PhD Kimberly Kalkus George Leser Daniel J. Licciardi EMERITI DIRECTORS Rodney L. Barreto Vincent L. Berkeley Jennifer Boin Getz Roger Carlton Harlan S. Chiron, MD Ambassador Sue Cobb Linda Coll Ron Esserman William J. Gallwey, III, Esq. Robert W. Hudson, Esq.
Sherrill W. Hudson Bernard Klepach David Konfino Jack Lowell Manny J. Rodriguez, P.E. Edward Soto Lawrence O. Turner, Jr. Diana Udel Ana VeigaMilton, Esq. Andrew H. Weinstein, Esq.
President/CEO: William W. Moore Zoo Director: Carol Kruse Zoo Admission Hours: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. daily Last ticket sold at 4 p.m. Editor: Rashielle Teape Contributors: Natalie Canelas, Cindy Castelblanco, Sarah Chapman, Ron Magill, Bill Moore, Andrea Obregon, Jessica Parks, Carlos Simoes, and Katy Wilhelm Layout & Design: Parrot Fish Studio
Photography: Ron Magill
Special thanks to Ana VeigaMilton and the Zoo Miami staff, for without these people, this publication would not be possible.
Here at the Zoo, we have always been guided by the animals that we are committed to protect and learn from. So, we are reminded that in the wild, many species face uncertainty every day. In response, they find fascinating and creative ways to survive and thrive. Many turn to their herds and packs to form united fronts, while others recognize the advantages of isolation and solitary lifestyles. We turn to them for encouragement, like our aptly named baby koala, “Hope”, who peeked out of his mother’s pouch at a time when the world needed an optimistic reminder. Through the fires in Australia and the difficulties the Coronavirus brings, we remain hopeful and steadfast in our mission. We truly believe that great things are often born out of adversity. Our gates may be closed, but we have been inspired to find new, virtual ways to remain connected with our community, as we continue to educate and share the wonders of wildlife. Our animal care staff continues to ensure that our animals are well taken care of during this time and they have been sharing some wonderful behind-the-scenes videos that you can find on our social media channels. We have also recently launched “Zoocademy with Ron Magill”, a series of videos and lessons containing fun information and learning activities for parents to do with their children at home. We look forward to our guests returning to our walkways to visit our animal residents. In these unprecedented times, we are even more grateful for the support of our Zoo Miami Family and we hope you continue to remain engaged and hopeful, too. On behalf of Zoo Miami and Zoo Miami Foundation, we wish you and your family health and happiness. We will see you again soon!
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BILL MOORE ZMF CEO/ President
If you would like to support Zoo Miami’s work during these challenging times, please give what you can.
Thank you!
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Inside This Issue
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Meerkat & Painted Dog Pups
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Motherhood in the Wild
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Mother’s Day & Father’s Day Promos
The bond between moms and their offspring is the fiercest there is!
Kidzoodle Dino & spring-themed puzzles
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Toshi Turns 43
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“Hope” is Born at Zoo Miami
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Notes for Members
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Printable Coloring Page
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Prevention Tips & Guidelines for Coronavirus
Our black rhino celebrates a major milestone
Adventures in Learning Social Distancing the Wild Way Zoo Yoga Animal-themed poses for the whole family to practice from home
Honor the class of 2020 and get 20% off a custom brick on Zoo Miami’s Walkway of the Wild!
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LEAVE YOUR LEGACY
African Painted Dogs On December 31, 2019, a litter of highly endangered African painted dog puppies was born at Zoo Miami. One male and two females were born to three-year-old mom “Little Foot.” This is her second litter and she’s done an excellent job of caring for her puppies. Their father is nine-year-old “Evander.”
Baby Meerkats Make Zoo Miami History
While Zoo Miami is closed, you can watch them live on Zoo Miami’s Meerkam! 4
For the first time in Zoo Miami history, meerkats have been born at Zoo Miami! On January 18, 2020, two meerkat pups were born to eight-year-old mother “Yam Yam.” They currently share the habitat with three unrelated brothers, named “Gizmo,” “Joe,” and “Diego.” Any of these males could be the father, but all of them have worked cooperatively with Yam Yam to care for the newborns. On March 18, these pups received their neonatal exams, which included getting weighed, microchipped, eyes & teeth checked, and genders confirmed (we’ve got a boy and a girl!)
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Motherhood in the Wild In some parts of the animal kingdom, the bond between mothers and their offspring is the fiercest relationship you can find. Just like humans, many animal moms have been observed going to great lengths to protect, teach and care for their young!
Orangutans Orangutan offspring have a rare and lengthy “childhood,” sometimes being carried by their moms until they are five years old and learning from her until they are around ten! Independent female orangutans have even been observed visiting their mothers until they are 15 – 16 years old (even teens need their moms!)
Lionesses
In the wild, pride lionesses sometimes synchronize their reproduction cycles to rear and nurse their young together! Lionesses are also known to fiercely defend their cubs against any threat, even if it’s a male lion trying to take over the pride!
Matchie’s tree kangaroo After they’re born, joeys crawl into their mother’s pouch to nurse and remain there for about ten months. While nursing, the moms will clean her pouch and groom her baby often.
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Word Search BLOOMING BUZZ DINOSAUR EXTINCT HATCH HOPE JURASSIC
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Dear Pio:
Crossword Puzzle
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True or false? Down 2. EGGS 3. TIGER 4. SUNSHINE 6. FLOWERS Crossword Answers Across 1. TREX 5. GANG 7. BIRDS 8. JOEY 9. CARNIVORE 10. PUDDLE
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It's hands may be small, but this dino has a huge reputation and teeth to match! 5 Don't let their cute faces fool you. A group of meerkats has a pretty tough nickname. 7 Feathered creatures that we now know are descendants of dinosaurs! 8 This is what you call a baby koala 9 This kind of mammal likes to eat meat! 10 A small pool of water after it rains
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Paint, decorate, hide and hunt for these on Easter! This striped cat is known to like its alone time in the wild Florida is known as the "________ State" April showers bring May ___________
1. The Velociraptor is the size of a turkey.
2. All dinosaurs were scaly creatures.
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Dino Egg Hunt!
Ask Pio Answers 1. True 2. False, some were feathered! 3. True
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We’ve hidden 20 dinosaur eggs throughout the pages of this issue of Keepin’ it Wild! Can you spot them all? (Hint: there’s one on this page!) 8
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B-day! This past February, our very own endangered black rhino, “Toshi,” turned 43 years old, making him the oldest male black rhino in the US!
This Zoo Miami veteran came to us in 1983 all the way from Asa Zoological Park in Japan, where he was born. He’s since retired and spends his time relaxing in an off-exhibit area at Zoo Miami, where he still enjoys special treats and the occasional back scratch! Zoo Miami staff and volunteers threw Toshi a birthday party complete with some of his favorite treats, including cake that was specially prepared by the zoo nutrition team! He also received ice blocks with frozen fruits and veggies as the zoo team sang him Happy Birthday! 9
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“Hope” is Born AT ZOO MIAMI Serving as a beacon of optimism and a reminder of why we fight for the future of wildlife, the baby was given the name “Hope.” From November to February, the entire world watched on as devasting bushfires raged through Australia, affecting thousands of people, billions of animals and their homes and habitats. During their summer season, dozens of fires erupted in New South Wales, rapidly spreading and becoming some of the most intense and destructive fires on record. Together, the world mourned the loss of wildlife. Together, we contributed what we could and waited for relief. In January 2020, amidst all of the tragic news, a tiny face of one of Australia’s most iconic species peeked out of his mother’s pouch to greet the world, right here at Zoo Miami. For the third time in the zoo’s history and the first time in over 28 years, a surviving koala joey was born at the zoo. Although the baby was actually born back in May of 2019, this was the first time he emerged completely from his mother’s pouch. Serving as a beacon of optimism and a reminder of why we fight for the future of wildlife, the baby was given the name “Hope.”
Baby Hope was born to fouryear-old mother “Rinny” and eight-year-old father “Milo”.
Here at Zoo Miami, we celebrate and honor each and every birth and life of our animal residents. But of course, some are just extra special. True to his name, our baby offered hope to those in Australia and around the world, and he was even featured on the Today Show to continue spreading the good news and encouragement. Baby Hope became a symbol for a positive future and Zoo Miami Foundation, along with the Ron Magill Conservation Endowment, donors and volunteers were thrilled to raise over $12,000 for Australian relief efforts.
Because koalas are marsupials, they have very short pregnancies, lasting only around 30 days. However, when the baby is born, at about the size of a jellybean, it is practically in an embryonic state. Totally hairless, with non-developed eyes and tiny limbs, it makes its way into the mother’s pouch where it remains for about six months to continue developing.
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Adventures IN LEARNING
SUMMER CAMP
Ages 11 – 15
In our award-winning Summer Camp, campers will learn about wildlife and conservation through animal encounters, crafts projects, zookeeper talks, fun games and more!
Campers will be fully immersed in the world of animal science, working alongside our very own zookeepers! Teens will get a chance to meet our animal ambassadors while exploring this challenging yet rewarding career path.
June 8 – August 21, 2020
UPCOMING DATE:
Zoo Members: $180 per child Non-Members: $225 per child
July 27 – 31, 2020
MINI CAMP
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
During Teacher Planning Days, our one-day camps have got you covered. Each mini-camp explores a different theme through hands-on activities, animal encounters, and more!
UPCOMING DATES: May 25: “Habitat Heroes” Zoo Members: $40 per child Non-Members: $50 per child
Fishing Derby Come out to Zoo Miami and help us clean our lakes of invasive species! We provide the rods and bait, you reel ‘em in. Breakfast and Zoo admission is included. $50 per person; $40 per Zoo Member
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*Programs are subject to change as we monitor the developments of COVID-19. Should changes or cancellations occur, full refunds may be granted.
Zoo Miami may be closed, but the learning adventure never stops. While many of us are home-bound and self-quarantined, we want to continue to engage our community. In this virtual education series, you’ll learn all about wildlife at home as Ron Magill shows you what our Zoo family is up to! Enjoy fun lessons, self-guided activities, arts & crafts projects, and more. VIEW ALL LESSONS
Don’t forget to share your own photos & videos and tag #Zoocademy
VOLUNTEER AT ZOO MIAMI!
CONSERVATION TEEN SCIENTIST The CTS program is an opportunity for 9th – 12th graders to join our zoo team, developing practical life skills and increasing their knowledge in environmental sciences. Applications are due April 15, 2020
APPLY NOW
SPRING CAMP TEEN VOLUNTEER Do you know a teenager who is great with children? Teens can fulfill their community service hours by volunteering to assist with our Summer Zoo Camp! Applications Due April 30, 2020
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The mission of Wild Bunch is to invest time, talent and resources to make a tangible impact on Zoo Miami and the lives of its animal residents. On January 18, 2020 the young professionals group gathered for the first volunteer day of the year to build two bamboo bug feeder mazes as enrichment for the saki monkeys at Zoo Miami!
CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE
Zoo Miami Foundation’s Premier Membership is an elite Donor Club that supports the annual fund, which enhances all aspects of animal care, wildlife conservation and learning experiences. Through a Premier Membership, you give an invaluable gift to yourself, your family, and the community, forging an amazing connection to the species that roam within Zoo Miami’s boundaries.
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Social Distancing THE WILD WAY Six feet isn’t enough for these animals who know the value of alone time. Throughout the world of wildlife, social behaviors vary and dynamics within groups can be fascinating and complex. But then, there are those creatures who keep things simple by embracing independence and a solitary life.
Tigers
These big cats are long-ranging explorers that claim and maintain their own territories while still roaming wider areas.
Black Rhinos
Outside of mating or females raising their calves, black rhinos are solitary or only semi-social
Armadillos Sloths These aren’t your party animals. These slow and shy creatures spend most of their time alone, sleeping and hanging around in tropical trees.
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Zoo Yoga
Click here to watch these poses in action!
Lion’s Breath
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• Start in a comfortable seated position, sitting up tall • Take a deep breath in through your nose • Exhale through your mouth, sticking your tongue out, stretching out your face and open your eyes wide! • Channel your inner lion – add a loud roar, add some claws and go wild!
Elephant Ears
• Start in a cross-legged seated position, sitting up tall • Bring both of your hands behind your head and pretend your arms are your big, floppy elephant ears • Inhale and pull your elbows back and chest forward • Exhale and curve your back, bringing your elbows forward to touch • Repeat as many times as you want!
Leap Frog
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• Begin on your hands and knees, then come into a Downward Dog by lifting your hips up and backward, straightening your legs • Look forward toward your hands, then bend your knees • Take a deep breath and then exhale and LEAP, bringing your feet to the outsides of your hands • Lower your hips into a full squat, keeping your hands down or bring them together in front of your chest
Flamingo Pose
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• Begin standing • Root down throughout your left foot, then slowly bring your right foot up, keeping the knee pointing forward and your toes pointed back • Bring your palms together, or reach back for your right ankle with both hands and slowly pull to point your knee down • Repeat on the other leg!
Swinging Ape
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• Start in your flamingo pose, bringing your palms together • With your right foot lifted, reach back for the inside of that foot with your right hand • Slowly hinge at your hips, lowering your chest and pulling that right foot higher • Stretch your left arm out like you’re reaching for a vine or branch in front of you! • Hold for a few breaths then switch sides
Butternut, Shiitaki and Mixed Greens Warm Salad Yields 4 Servings
Ingredients:
Instructions:
• 1lb. butternut, cubed ½ inch • 2 lbs. shiitaki, julienne • 3 lbs. mixed greens (kale, chard, spinach) • 1 cup parsley, chopped rough • 1 cup shallot, julienne • 2 tbsp. olive oil, divided • ¼ tsp. salt • ½ tsp. pepper
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees 2. Toss butternut with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place in oven and roast until tender. 3. On the same baking sheet, add sliced mushrooms, mixed greens and shallots. Roast until wilted. 4. To serve, add ingredients to a serving bowl and top with remaining olive oil and parsley.
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We would like to recognize and thank those who contributed to Zoo Miami Foundation between December 20, 2019 and March 19, 2020. Your generosity helps us fulfill our mission of wildlife education and conservation, and we are truly grateful for your support.* INDIVIDUALS $50,000 + Ariel Penzer Milgroom
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Jeanne McFadden Kristin M. Meic Gina Marcus Melnick & Ilan Melnick Isabel Mencia Timothy Merriman, Jr. George R. Miller, III Roger G. Misleh Mimi & Paul Miyares Ivan Mladenovic Danny Moreno Matthew Moser Erin Dunn Muir Michael Mullin Mark Murray Nivia Myers Melissa & Robert Netkin Veronica Jett Nieves Susan S. Novoa Menendez Andrea Obregón Alejandro J. Oliver Natalia Ortega Francisco J. Osorio Helen & Robert Ostlund Yolanda Padron Holly & Anthony Palacio Norine & Chandran Panicker Christina & Alexandre Pariente Katie E. Parker Monica & Keran Pawar Gregg Pawley Edith Pearson Rachael Peck Juan Felipe Peña Janet M. Perales & Julio C. Sanchez Alejandro Perez Jessica Perez Kathleen A. Perez Raul Perez Alexandra Perez-Villareal Ryan M. Phillips Ann E. Pope Evangelia & Carlos Prevolis Myleen Quintana Alice & Luis Quiros Jonathan Ramirez Myriam & Julio Ramirez Laura Renzi Donna J. Rich Christopher L. Richard Christine M. Risso Mary-Keen Robinson Carmenza Rocha Christopher Rodriguez Rachel & Sergio Romero Mary & John Rose Jonathan L. Ross Clara & W. Glenn Rushworth Kirsten L. Salb & Amauris A. Diaz Carla Samudio Alejandro Sanchez Bernardo J. Sandoval Mayra & Frank Sauleda Anna Saviano Pamela & Joseph Schrage Myrle & Anthony Mirta R. Segredo
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FOUNDATION PARTNERS $500,000 + Gail S. Posner Trust / Sanford J. Schlesinger, Trustee
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NOTES for Members Whether you’re a longtime member or brand new to our wild family, your membership means more than just unlimited visits to the Zoo. YOU are a huge part of making Zoo Miami possible.
But what does that mean? Your membership fees help fund our award-winning educational programs like Zoo Camp, adult and teen volunteer programs, animal enrichment (like this black bear bubble bath!), fundraising efforts for cool new zoo additions, our staff and more! Without your support, we would be in quite a bind at this time.
So, to thank you for your patience during this dynamic coronavirus (COVID-19) situation, we will extend your membership for the length of time Zoo Miami is closed to the public. If your renewal date is right around the corner, we hope you will continue to support your favorite animals at Zoo Miami by renewing. As an extra token of gratitude, we’d like to extend a 25% discount on your renewal using promo code ZOOMIA20 online here. Your renewal will include the extended period of time we promised. Please stay healthy, and we look forward to seeing you soon. From, The Zoo Miami Foundation Family
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We all know these are tough times‌ especially for our restaurant friends.
Support our Feast with the Beasts food & beverage providers by ordering takeout or delivery! Zoo Members and health care providers receive special discounts at select restaurants, so you can save & support local restaurants while you quarantine!
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Following the announcements made by Miami Dade County Mayor Gimenez regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19), Feast with the Beasts 2020 has been postponed until further notice.
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Supporting Each Other Many of you have kindly asked how you can support our work during these challenging times. We are working harder than ever to continue to serve our community and the animals in our care and we thank you for being such an important part of the Zoo Miami family. While our doors are closed for the time being, we look forward to seeing you back at the Zoo soon. Until then, be well and take good care of yourself and your loved ones. We are all in this together and appreciate your support very much during these unprecedented times. If you’d like to help today, please donate what you can. Thank you. 22
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be like this rhino, spreading germs everywhere!
be like Peggy the elephant and stay clean!
Wash hands often with soap and water – 20 seconds or longer (or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol).*
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be like Henry the gibbon and put your fingers in your mouth!
be like this sloth and keep those claws away from your face!
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands or after touching surfaces.*
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be like these flamingos and flock together in big groups!
be like this tiger and practice social distancing and alone time!
If you are around other people, keep 6 feet between you when possible. Avoid hugs, handshakes, large gatherings and close quarters.* *THESE GUIDELINES ARE COURTESY OF THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH. FOR MORE INFORMATION, PLEASE VISIT FLORIDAHEALTHCOVID19.GOV From your Zoo Family, hoping you stay safe and healthy! Please stick to these guidelines to help protect your community.
