When I visited Seattle I knew for sure I wanted to go to Woodland Park Zoo but I also wanted to see and learn a little more about the local fauna and decided Seattle Aquarium was the place to go for all things fish, mammal and bird related to Puget Sound. The Seattle Aquarium is…
When someone says San Francisco images of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz and Pier 39 spring to mind, but one of my favourite attractions is the San Francisco Zoo. Established in 1929, the San Francisco Zoo is now home to over 1000 animals that represent over 250 species from around the world and all on a…
In honour of Endangered Species Day on May 16th I thought I’d briefly touch on the efforts zoos are making to help save endangered species. Many zoos take part in Species Survival Plans (SSPs), but few are able to take part in reintroduction projects. With so many animal species endangered and their numbers dropping, reintroduction…
“San Diego Zoo Global is committed to saving species worldwide by uniting our expertise in animal care and conservation science with our dedication to inspiring passion for nature.” ~ San Diego Zoo Global’s mission statement Welcome to the first of many pieces about the World famous San Diego Zoo and my visit to the park. I was…
For the past few years I’ve loved the concept and message behind Earth Hour and have participated every year. Strangely enough this year the day and time of Earth Hour – Saturday, March 29 8:30 – 9:30pm – I’ll be in the air flying to San Diego for my big US West Coast Trip, but…
Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada opened in October of 2013 in the heart of Toronto, Canada, beside the CN Tower. The aquarium is home to 16,000 marine and freshwater animals from sharks to seahorses in over 5.7 million litres (1.5 million gallons) of water, spread over a 135,000 square foot facility. Ripley’s Aquarium prides itself on…
There are so many conservation organizations these days that when it comes time to find one that you want to support, donate to or get involved with it’s difficult to choose. The Nature Conservancy of Canada is one that I recommend! The Nature Conservancy of Canada is a conservation organization that’s mission is “to protect…
Lady of the Zoos 