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ZooNews
VOL . 25 NO.4
T H E O F F I C I A L Q U A R T E R LY P U B L I C AT I O N O F F R E S N O C H A F F E E Z O O
All-American Wolf
Kingdoms of Asia
Fall & Winter Events
ZooBoo and Zoolights
are almost here.
GET YOU R TIC K E TS N OW !
A MESSAGE
From the Director Births &
Acquisitions
4
BIRTHS & HATCHINGS
A CUR ATOR' S
PE R SPECT IVE “How lucky I am to have something that Mammals
makes saying goodbye so hard.” 0.0.2 Tammar wallaby (SSP)
6 ANIMAL
S POTL I G H T -Winnie-the-Pooh Birds
1.1 Sun conure
0.0.1 Sunbittern (SSP)
EM PLOYE E
S P OTLIG HT 8 With my retirement a couple of months How did we get here? In 2004, inspired
0.0.4 Yellow-rumped cacique (SSP)
away, this marks the last column I’ll by Angel Arellano’s letter to The Bee (she ACQUISITIONS
10 CON S E RVAT I O N
CON N ECT I O N
write for ZooNews. So many thoughts, so
many stories, and so many quotes left
was 9 years old), our community rallied
and saved this zoo. Since then, through Mammals
unexplored. Ultimately it all boils down to your continued support, Fresno Chaffee 0.1 Four-toed hedgehog
1.0 Ring-tailed lemur (SSP)
D O NOR
S P OTLIG HT 13 one thing; thank you.
It’s been an honor to lead the Zoo through
Zoo has not only survived, it’s truly
become a world class zoo. It’s not just
me saying that, we’ve heard it from many
LEGEND 0.0.1 = unknown sex
11 years of some of the most rapid and professional colleagues, including Jack
14 1.0 = male SSP = Species Survival Plan
S U PPO RT dynamic improvements of any zoo in Hanna.
THE ZOO 0.1 = female NS = New Species to FCZ!
the United States. Dr. Chaffee hired me
If you wish to donate go to:
for my first zoo job, and the other day I None of this would have happened without
fresnochaffeezoo.org/donate or mail a check to Fresno Chaffee Zoo at PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ALL NEW
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UPCOM I N G was thinking about what it would be like your support. This is truly your zoo, and SPECIES MAY BE VIEWABLE AT
THIS TIME.
EVENTS 894 W. Belmont, Fresno CA 93728 to walk the Zoo with Doc now. Doc was always will be.
one of very few people in my life to call
me Scotty, and I can imagine him saying
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PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES.
“Scotty, this is what I envisioned 50 years
ago”.
THE PLAN YOUR VISIT PAGE HAS THE MOST
HOUR S &
BIR D SH OW 26 UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION. Scott Barton
CEO/ZOO DIRECTOR
FRESNO’S CHAFFEE ZOO CORPORATION CONTACT US OUR MISSION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Zoo Office (Main): 559-498-5910 Published by Fresno Chaffee Zoo To inspire wonder of our natural
Kyle Kirkland, Board Chair Dr. Emy Phillips, Secretary Babatunde Ilori Advisory Development: 559-498-5959 894 W. Belmont Ave. world, provide an engaging
Ed Gonzalez, Vice Chair Oliver Baines Ross Parnagian Scott Barton Marketing & Membership: 559-498-5921 Fresno, CA 93728
Rion Morgenstern, Treasurer Chelsea Cates Patty Mclane
learning environment, and create
Private Group Events: 559-498-5924 559-498-5910
fresnochaffeezoo.org
a passion for conservation.
Birthday Parties: 559-498-5923
SENIOR MANAGEMENT Education: 559-498-5920
Zoo Camp & Tours: 559-498-5920
Scott Barton Amos Morris Lyn Myers Shannon Nodolf, DVM ON THE COVER:
COO/DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL CURATOR CHIEF VETERINARY OFFICER
CEO/ZOO DIRECTOR Gift Shop: 559-498-5947
Red wolf, Lincoln
Lily Wachter Alisha Anderson Laura Martina, SPHR Dean Watanabe
CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER CHIEF MARKETING & CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER CHIEF CONSERVATION
DEVELOPMENT OFFICER EDUCATION OFFICER
A CURATOR'S PERSPECTIVE
Sloth bear in the previous habitat that will be renovated
sloth bears left to another institution. currently lives in our reptile building but
This paring and reproduction has been will soon join Budak in their new home.
successful and the new pair that will Many of the selected animals are already
live in our new exhibit was born recently residents here at Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
with plans to move to Fresno when their Increasing space, providing enriching
Malayan tiger, Mek, and her four cubs exhibit is ready. habitats and offering social and breeding
opportunities is a standard that we seek
Our bird team also wanted to make to provide all of our residents. This new
Kingdoms of Asia sure that Asian songbirds had a part
in this wonderful new addition. The
Asian songbirds are facing mounting
area will allow us to remove many old
habitats and give our resident animals a
definite upgrade.
challenges in the wild. Habitat loss
NEW SPECIES ARRIVE , GUEST FAVORITES RETURN
and wildlife trade have had devastating These residents, in addition to our Komodo dragon, Budak
effects on many populations. hornbills and orangutans, along with
Ground breaking is definitely one of the stories, messaging and ideas that will zoos. With only 250 Malayan tigers
highlights of a new project. It is very help us to celebrate and represent both thought to be living in the wild, Fresno a few new comers, tomistoma (false
Highlighting these incredible birds will gharial) and Asian small clawed
exciting to see the countless hours of the people and the animals of Asia? Chaffee Zoo knew that we wanted the
hopefully give our guests some insight otters, will make for an exciting and
meetings, planning and workshops finally This approach requires expertise from Malayan tiger to be a focal point in our
on the challenges and beauty of these well-rounded representation of the
coming to fruition. Kingdoms of Asia, many of our staff as well as external new Asia area.
little gems. The song birds will be amazing wildlife found in many areas
like projects before it such as African consultants. For the animal staff, we
located at the entrance of Kingdoms of of Asia. Their conservation stories
Adventure and Sea Lion Cove, displays the embarked on the journey to Asia with Sloth bears have also been on our list
Asia where their beautiful little songs will and connections with our guests and
commitment and dedication of many staff some central ideas in mind from the of animals that will find their home in
be welcoming to our guests. community will be a highlight for many
from all departments. Most of us would start. Fresno Chaffee Zoo made a Kingdoms of Asia. Sloth bears were
have never imagined the privilege and commitment many years ago to become not only wonderful to work with, but years to come.
Budak, our Komodo dragon, outgrew his
excitement that comes with a project of a breeding institution for Malayan tigers they also kept guests busy watching
home in the reptile building many years
this size and complexity. with the birth of a litter of tigers in 2014. all of their playful antics. The exhibit
ago. Our plan, working with the SSP,
We quickly saw that we did not have that our sloth bears lived in was in
was to acquire a pair that eventually
Lyn Myers
The development of any project at Fresno enough space to be able to comfortably the construction path for Asia. Due GENERAL CURATOR
would help to increase captive numbers.
Chaffee Zoo begins with conceptualizing house adults and offspring for long. to that and the Species Survival Plan
Saphira, our smaller female dragon,
what we want to teach. What are the Currently, there are only 53 Malayan (SSP) need to have our male sloth
tigers at 25 intuitions in North American bears paired with females, our previous
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ANIMAL SPOTLIGHT
Red Wolf Red wolf pack from previous litter at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
THE ALL-AMERICAN WOLF
The red wolf (Canis rufus) is the only large exists as a Non-essential Experimental Wolf Species Survival Plan (SSP) program currently estimated at 20 individuals. red wolves in our Wolf Woods habitat next
carnivore solely native to the United States, Population (NEP) in North Carolina on in 1984 with approximately 63 individuals Ten of those have USFWS collars and are to the reptile house. The oldest is Lincoln ACTIONS TO TAKE
yet most people don’t know about their Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. It in the captive population. The SSP was closely monitored with telemetry. However, at 13 and he is identified by one bent ear.
existence. Currently, they are the most was a great success story that has taken a actively growing the population through there are only two to three packs and The other two boys are his sons from • Watch Red Wolf Resilience, a
endangered wolf in the world, with only an turn for the worse, but we can still change the coordinated efforts of the SSP partner no breeding pairs. There were no known the last litter he sired in 2016, named
short film partly sponsored by
estimated 20 individuals in the wild. that trajectory back on course. facilities, making reintroduction efforts red wolf pups born in the wild in 2019, Buckeye and Sumac. We are the only zoo
possible. The captive breeding which is the first time that has occurred in in California that manages this species of Fresno Chaffee Zoo, at www.
Named for the reddish color on program was thriving and red over 30 years. With such low population wolf. redwolfresilience.org.
their ears, head and legs, this wolves were reintroduced to numbers, the wolves turn to coyotes to
species is intermediate in size the NEP site on Alligator River breed with and this dilutes their genetics Since we never know when we might get
• Visit www.redwolves.com and
between a coyote (Canis latrans) NWR. In 2011, the reintroduction and exacerbates the problem. a call to release wolves to the NEP area,
and gray wolf (Canis lupus). effort had grown to 89 known every wolf is treated as a potential release www.fws.gov to learn more about
Adult red wolves range in weight red wolves in the wild with an candidate, especially with the current USFWS programs to help conserve
from about 45 to 80 pounds. Red estimated population size of 130 state of the wild population. Keepers do
and restore the red wolf.
wolves have wide heads with in the NEP. This was the first not train behaviors with the red wolves
broad muzzles, tall pointed ears time a large carnivore had been like they do with other animals at the Zoo.
and long, slender legs with large declared extinct in the wild and We try not to associate ourselves with • Donate to the Fresno Chaffee Zoo
feet. then reintroduced in the United feeding, so that they remain shy of people, or other organizations working on
States! which will be vital to their survival in the
wild. Enrichment is mostly natural items red wolf conservation programs.
Historically common throughout
the Eastern and South Central This success illustrates why that promote pack bonding and other
Red wolf historical range and source population in Texas. Map by
United States, their numbers zoos matter. Zoos were able to necessary life skills. We are as hands-off
Jose Barrios, USFWS. Source: www.fws.gov
were decimated by the early breed wolves for release back as possible with our pack so that we can
20th century due to intensive predator to their historical range. The red Further highlighting the importance of provide the best opportunity for the future
control programs and alteration of habitat. The success story began in 1973 when wolf recovery program was a beacon for zoos, the SSP is diligently working with success of this wonderful all-American
By 1972, red wolves only remained in the USFWS began their recovery efforts by subsequent reintroduction programs like the USFWS today and the population wolf. We are proud to care for this
southwestern Louisiana and southeastern trapping wild canids to establish a captive gray wolves to Yellowstone, California under human care has grown to 250 endangered species and take part in the
Texas, but eventually they too vanished breeding program with the intention of condors, and black-footed ferrets. spread across 43 partner institutions. conservation effort.
and the species was declared extinct in reintroducing the species to the wild. The population continues to grow by
1980. However, once the population was Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium was the Unfortunately, this is where the story 17% over the last five years, with 16 pups
declared “threatened with extinction” the first zoological facility to join efforts with takes a turn. After growing to 130, surviving in 2020. Fresno Chaffee Zoo has
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) the service and a breeding program was the population has since declined participated in the Red Wolf SSP for over
began efforts to conserve and recover the started with 14 wolves. The Association dramatically once again due to human 30 years. There are currently three male
Nicole Presley
CURATOR OF MAMMALS
species. Today, that recovery population of Zoos and Aquariums developed the Red caused mortality and the population is AND SEA LION COVE
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Measure Z passed a second time during
his tenure, renewed in 2014. With the
EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT funds from that support, he oversaw the
planning and construction of landmark
projects Sea Lion Cove and African
Adventure. African Adventure double
the size of the Zoo and brought record
attendance to the Zoo.
Scott Barton
As Scott prepares to retire, he leaves
the Zoo ready to continue the exciting
growth of the last decade. Even with his
retirement drawing near, he is hands-on in
CEO/ZOO DIRECTOR planning and design for the Zoo’s newest
project thanks to Measure Z, Kingdoms of
Asia. Drawing on his years of experience
2020 has been a year of big changes Scott left Fresno in 1984 for new roles in in the zoo profession, genuine concern
and many challenges. One big change the zoo profession, working at six other for the animals in the Zoo’s care, and all
for Fresno Chaffee Zoo is the retirement zoos throughout his decades-long career. he has learned from many other large-
of the CEO of the last 11 years, Scott As is common for zoo professionals, scale projects, he has guided the team
Barton. Scott announced his retirement Scott moved around the country to take to a successful groundbreaking for this
in March right before the world changed on new roles at different zoos. He was exciting new project.
in response to COVID 19. Facing these part of the team that helped open Disney’s
changes, he took on what he calls Animal Kingdom in 1998 and served While Scott’s journey feels full-circle
the greatest challenge in his career, as the general curator of Reid Park Zoo from his early days as a zookeeper to his
responding to the COVID crisis. He led in Tucson, Arizona before returning to retirement as CEO, so does his tenure of
the Zoo through its 89 day closure and Fresno. leading the Zoo through so much change
continues to steer the organization in these final months and reminding the Scott at Sea Lion Cove
through this unique year, overseeing a After being named CEO of Fresno Chaffee team to find the opportunities amongst
myriad of adjustments to our operations Zoo in 2009, he called his return a the challenges. The Zoo staff wishes
and finding opportunities in these unique homecoming. Scott was excited to lead Scott the best in his new role as retiree/
times. his hometown, childhood Zoo into one of world adventurer/field conservationist as
the leading zoos in the country. we take the years of lessons learned from
Scott’s history with the Zoo started well him to turn challenges and change into
before he was named CEO in 2009. It even Throughout the years he has seen that opportunities for the continued future of
started before he was hired by Dr. Paul come to fruition, leading the Zoo through the Zoo.
Chaffee for his first zoo job in 1980. Scott so many improvements and changes.
grew up in Fresno and like so many other
local children was a frequent guest at the
Zoo. Inspired by a childhood coming to the
Zoo and caring for pets at home, he went
on to get his degree in Zoology and Animal
Biology from Fresno State. A formative
class early in his college career blended
outdoor learning adventures and multiple
disciplines. That experience reinforced his 2015 African Adventures ribbon cutting
excitement for natural sciences. While still
studying at Fresno State, Scott started as
a zookeeper at Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
Scott speaking at the Kingdoms of Asia groundbreaking ceremony Savannah view at African Adventure
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CONSERVATION CONNECTION
Worldwide Impact
PROTECTING WILDLIFE AND WILD PLACES
AFRICA
At Fresno Chaffee Zoo, saving wildlife For nearly 15 years, our Wildlife as we became aware of them. In 2019, Benin
and protecting wild places are at the core Conservation Fund has continued to grow the Zoo took a more focused approach, Botswana
of our mission. Our goal is to not only and expand around the world. Initially, this creating 15 formal conservation partners Cote d’Ivoire
around the world in addition to awarding a Democratic Republic of the Congo
support conservation efforts worldwide, support came in the form of small grants
Ghana
but also to share those efforts with used to support conservation projects small number of grants.
Guinea
the Zoo’s visitors and throughout our SOUTH AMERICA Kenya
ASIA
community. Argentina Tanzania India
Malaysia
NORTH AMERICA Brazil Uganda
Sumatra
Guatemala Zambia
United States
Long-Term Partners (4 in California)
Action for Cheetahs - Kenya
Bay Area Puma Project - USA
California Condor - USA
Friends of the Island Fox - USA
Giant Armadillo Conservation Project - Brazil
Grevy's Zebra Trust - Kenya
International Rhino Foundation - Sumatra
Lowland Tapir Conservation Initiative - Brazil
Tiger Conservation Campaign - Malaysia
New Nature Foundation - Uganda
Even with the challenges of the pandemic in 2020, Fresno
Reticulated Giraffe Project - Kenya number of local conservation projects in development that allow
Chaffee Zoo remains committed to conservation. We are our staff to do hands-on work with new partners. We are excited
Ruaha Carnivore Project - Tanzania continuing to support our worldwide conservation partners and to continue our work locally and across the world!
Tarangire Elephant Project - Tanzania employing new ways to support conservation locally. We have a
Western Pond Turtle - USA
Wildlife SOS (Sloth Bears) - India
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I B IT !
EXH NDEDH DEC 31!
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Thank You!
TO OUR GENEROUS IN-KIND DONORS FOR 2019
DONOR SPOTLIGHT
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NOW We would like to recognize all the generous companies and individuals that donate their
products and services to Fresno Chaffee Zoo each year. We are so grateful for these
donors that help save the Zoo a substantial amount of money each year.
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SUPPORT THE ZOO
A Special Message to Our Members and Most Loyal Supporters:
ys and here at the Zoo, we make our
This is the time of the year we all typica lly start to plan for the holida
end gifts you make to the charitable
annua l ask of you to remember us as you start to think about any year-
organizations near a dear to your heart.
different for each person and each family.
As we all know, this year is different. How this year affecte d us is very
s of this year on us and hope that the
At Fresno Chaffee Zoo, we are still waitin g to learn the complete result
worst is behind all of us.
is usually our most profitable time of
What we do know is that the Zoo was closed for 89 days during what
e during the closure and at least another
the year. We know we lost approximately $4 million of budgeted revenu
ty and are able to run all of our
$1 million since re-opening. Until we are allowe d to be open at full capaci
programs and services, the loss will continue to grow.
ely was good for Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
As we reflect on this year, it is important to find the good and there definit
not have to incur layoffs. Our ENTIRE
Thanks to a PPP loan and the hard work of our executive team, we did
not allowe d to see guests. Teams like
team worke d tirelessly to take care of the Zoo for those 89 days we were
d our newly robust virtua l world
Education and Events figure d out how to pivot their normal programs towar in person. We cut expenses
together
and we all re-thought our business and missi on in times we couldn’t be
and, last but not least, a wonderfully
where we could, we are also lucky enough to have some reserves to rely on
generous bequest we are beyond grateful for.
time since Measure Z passed. We aren’t
What 2020 means for our fundra ising department is that for the first
donations because we need them to help
asking for donations to help make our Zoo even better we are asking for
pay the bills.
left in the wake of the pandemic.
That is what we are asking for this year- for you to help us Fill the Gap
that you have sent over the past few
Our goal is to raise $2 million by the end of 2021. Thanks to donations
, we are on our way.
months and our first (hopefully only) very successful Virtual Safari Night
er the Zoo now more than ever. While
As you think about your year-end gifts this year, we ask that you consid
a lot of people give a little. Please know,
the larger gifts help us reach the goal faster; it is equally impactful when
every dollar truly makes a difference.
Gratefully,
Your friends at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
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Support Our Zoo!
Gifts for the animals!
Enrichment is intended to encourage behaviors that are appropriate for the species, like foraging and play. Zookeepers try to provide
animals with food choices, social situations, environmental stimulants, scents & perfumes, toys and puzzle feeders that satisfy an
animal’s physical and psychological needs.
How can you help?
We are always in need of more enrichment items as they wear out often with frequent use.
If you’d like to purchase gifts for the animals, please scan the QR code.
There are eleven wish lists: Mammals Department,
Ambassador Animals & Valley Farm, Animal Clinic - Fresno Chaffee Zoo,
Birds Department, Carnivore Department,
Give the gift Education Department - Classroom Learning,
Hoofstock/Elephants Department, LSS/Shark and Rays,
Reptiles Department, Sea Lion Cove Department
SCAN ME
that lasts all
& Tropical Ungulates.
Purchase what you’d like to donate and next time you visit, it could be YOUR toy the animals are playing with!
year!
Conservation
Wine Series
Free annual unlimited admission to Fresno Chaffee Zoo during regular Zoo hours
· Free admission to Stingray Bay · Discounted admission to over 120 AZA zoos
and aquariums nationwide · 10% discount at all Fresno Chaffee Zoo gift shops
and cafés · Quarterly members' ZooNews magazine · Discounts on Adventure and Originally released in 2017, the Wildlife Conservation
Series has a new line of wines released in 2020. A
Education programs · Discounts on special events
portion of the Wildlife Conservation Series wine sales
go directly to conservation projects around the world.
With every bottle of Wildlife Conservation Series wine
you purchase, you are protecting diversity of life and
promoting true global change. Cheers to our planet!
Wine can be purchased at the Zoo in the Safari
To purchase a gift membership, visit fresnochaffeezoo.org, call 559-498-5921 (Mon-Fri),
Trading Co., online from Toca Madera and at Vons
or visit the Zoo's admission booth during regular business hours.
at 8949 N Cedar Ave in Fresno.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
50
**
$
October 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
• candy
Tickets: INCLUDES:
• Costumed Characters • Tarantula
• Live Entertainment MEMBERS • Jack-o-lantern treat bucket
$16 Adult, $14 Child (ages 2-11) • Animal fact sheet
• Selfie stations
NON MEMBERS • 2 admission tickets
Children are encouraged to dress in costume.
$18 Adult, $16 Child (ages 2-11) • Adopter's name listed on the Zoo’s
(Non-scary costumes are appropriate for
this event. Please select a costume that is a doption board for
DAY OF EVENT (if not sold out)
appealing to children and does not contain
Buy y
our t
$20 Adult, $18 Child (ages 2-11)
one full year
icket horror elements of any kind).
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*Trick-or-treating buckets available for pick up only. If
Children 1 year and under are FREE
shipping, add $10 S&H. While supplies last.
Pre-purchase tickets to reserve your entry time.
Capacity for this event is limited.
NO EX
EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS.
All health and safety rules and guidelines will be followed
Purchase tickets in advance at the admission booth, fresnochaffeezoo.org Purchase at the admission booth, fresnochaffeezoo.org
or 559-498-5921 (Mon - Fri only) or 559-498-5921 (Mon - Fri only)
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6pm - 9pm
Nov 27 - 29 . Dec 4-6 . Dec 11-13 . Dec 18-23 . Dec 26-30
• L I V E E N T E R TA I N M E N T
5 p.m. - 8 p.m.
• BEER & FOOD FOR PURCHASE
For this annual event, the entire Zoo is
MEMBERS • 2 1 +
transformed into a magical, winter wonderland,
$8 Adult, $6 Child (ages 2-11)
fully decorated and strung with miles of
holiday lights! Enjoy live entertainment,
NON MEMBERS
$10 Adult, $7 Child (ages 2-11)
TICKETS
festive treats and beverages for both adults MEMBERS $
23 - NON-MEMBERS $ 25
and children, free socially distant photos with
Children 1 year and under are FREE
Santa Claus and Holographic glasses.
Pre-purchase tickets to reserve your entry time. Capacity for this event is limited.
NO EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS.
Pre-purchase tickets to reserve your entry time. Capacity for this event is limited.
Purchase tickets in advance at the admission booth, fresnochaffeezoo.org Purchase tickets in advance at the admission booth, fresnochaffeezoo.org
or 559-498-5921 (Mon - Fri only) or 559-498-5921 (Mon - Fri only)
All health and safety rules and guidelines will be followed
All health and safety rules and guidelines will be followed
20 ZOO NEWS 2020 VOL . 25 NO.4 VOL . 25 NO.4 ZOO NEWS 2020 2 1Zoobilation & Stomp-N-Chomp
BreakfastWithSanta
at Fresno Chaffee Zoo
Enjoy an exclusive, elegant breakfast with Santa in the Kopje
Lodge. Take a socially distant photo with
Santa and enter to win tickets to ZooLights!
Thursday, November 5th
Saturday December 5, 2020
8 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Pre-purchase tickets to reserve your entry time.
Capacity for this event is limited.
Purchase your e-tickets at
fresnochaffeezoo.org, call 498-5921 Mon-Fri.
or visit the Zoo's ticket booth. Month long member appreciation month
All health and safety rules and guidelines will be followed
Weekly member benefits and
giveaways all November!
For more information visit fresnochaffeezoo.org
All health and safety rules and guidelines will be followed
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Red Wolf Craft
COLORFUL CREATURE CRAFT
Red Wolves
MATERIALS MATERIALS
• 3 popsicle sticks or sticks from outside 1. Gather your materials.
that are about popsicle stick size!
DRAW WITH US! 2. Color the three popsicle sticks with a red crayon, marker, or paint. Once they're dry,
glue the three popsicle sticks at the corners to make a triangle shape.
• Red and brown paper
Red wolves are one of the most endangered animals in the world. You can help keep 3. Take the red piece of paper and trace the popsicle triangle shape. Cut out the triangle
them from vanishing by finishing this picture and sharing it with friends and family. • 2 eye stickers or black marker to draw and glue it behind the triangle shaped popsicle sticks. Then using the scraps from the
the eyes red paper, cut out two smaller triangles for the ears. Glue them both on one side of the
Show off your picture to someone and share a fact about red wolves. Making
people aware of these unique animals can help save them! popsicle sticks to make the ears on top of the head.
• Red marker, crayon, or paint
4. Using the brown paper and cut out three smaller triangles. These will be the inside
• Glue part of the ears and also for the nose. Glue the nose triangle on the corner of the
popsicle sticks opposite side of the ears. Glue the other small brown triangles onto the
• Scissors (always ask an adult to red triangle ears.
help you use
5. Stick the eyes in the middle of the triangle on the red paper.
DID YOU KNOW?
• Red wolves live in small packs led by a 1 2 3
bonded male and female pair who mate
for life.
• Cubs from previous years will sometimes
stay with the pack and help raise their
younger siblings.
• The red wolf only lives in the United
States. It’s the world’s only
All-American wolf!
4 5
• Grey wolves and Mexican wolves can
also be found in parts of the
United States.
• The red wolf is the most endangered
wolf in the world.
• Zoos are vital in the fight to save this
special American species.
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Fresno, CA
FRESNO CHAFFEE ZOO CORPORATION
894 W. BELMONT AVE.
FRESNO, CA 93728
Winged Wonders Bird Show Let's Get Social
Current Schedule @FRESNOCHAFFEEZOO
Monday - Thursday: 10:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m.
@FRESNOZOO
Friday - Sunday: 10:30 a.m., 1:00 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
@FRESNOCHAFFEEZOO
Seating will be limited to accommodate social distancing.
For the safety of the animals, shows may be canceled without notice due to extreme
weather: heavy rain, high winds, temperatures above 105ºF, or extreme low temperatures.
Zoo hours
Through October 31: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. daily
November 1 : 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. daily
Hours subject to change. Please see our website for special hours.
For the most up-to-date information on our healthy and safety policies, what is closed or open, and what to expect from your visit,
please see the plan your visit page on our website. https://www.fresnochaffeezoo.org/plan-your-visit/You can also read
