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Oldest Penguin at Maryland Zoo Humanely Euthanized
WEBSep 5, 2024 · BALTIMORE, MD – African penguin #821, known for generations as “Mr. Greedy,” was euthanized at Maryland Zoo following an age-related decline in his health. At 33 years, he was the oldest penguin in the Zoo’s colony.
Maryland Zoo Announces New Master Plan
WEBAug 23, 2022 · The Master Plan sets forth a clear vision for how the Zoo will look and feel ten years from now: Guests to the Maryland Zoo will be able to interact with animals immediately upon entry while enjoying new habitats and species in an “Americas” zone and an enhanced Maryland Wilderness.
Maryland Zoo Announces Birth of a Chimpanzee
WEBJul 9, 2024 · BALTIMORE, MD – The number of chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) at Maryland Zoo just grew by one. The Zoo is pleased to announce that chimpanzee, Rozi, gave birth on June 10th.
Unpacking the Buzz About the Infestation | The Maryland Zoo
WEBJul 31, 2024 · The spotted lanternfly (Lycorma delicatula), or SLF, is a planthopper native to eastern Asia. It has become an invasive species in parts of the U.S. It was first detected in Pennsylvania in 2014. In Maryland, SLFs are active from May (egg hatch) through November (new eggs laid, adults die).
Maryland Zoo Announces Birth of Lesser Kudu
WEBJul 19, 2024 · BALTIMORE, MD – Maryland Zoo is pleased to announce the birth of a lesser kudu (Tragelaphus imberbis) named Mandazi (MAN-dah-zee) after a type of fried bread that is a staple of Swahili cuisine.
Northern Ground Hornbill Chick Hatches at Maryland Zoo
WEBJul 3, 2024 · BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore today announced that a Northern ground hornbill (Bucorvus abyssinicus) chick has hatched. The chick is the second for the female, Blue, and male, North.
Maryland Zoo Releases Sustainability Plan
WEBDec 6, 2023 · Starting in 2023, the Zoo sends 30% of its animal waste to be composted and converted into clean energy with plans to increase capacity in the coming years. Each summer, Zoo volunteers and staff grow produce in …
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