The Zoo's last Chacoan peccary has died. http://www.reporternews.com/story/news/local/2017/04/21/abilene-zoos-chacoan-peccary-dies/100748606/
A jaguar escaped overnight and gravely wounded a spider monkey in a nearby exhibit. The monkey had to be put down but the jaguar was safely recaptured. Monkey dead after attack by escaped jaguar at Texas zoo
Three pregnant giraffes! http://www.reporternews.com/story/n...ree-giraffes-expecting-abilene-zoo/435741001/
The oldest black-footed ferret in human care, a female named Romano, has passed away. Oldest black-footed ferret in human care dies at Abilene Zoo
A few weeks ago, the zoo opened Nakuru Lagoon, an exhibit featuring Lesser Flamingos and Yellow-Billed Ducks. Abilene Zoo opens new Nakuru Lagoon flamingos, duck exhibit
Abilene Zoo on Instagram: “Proudly announcing our new zoo babies! We have a Blue Duiker, Howler Monkey, and Spiny Leaf Turtle! #abilenezoo #zoobabies”
A male jaguar named Sonries has arrived. https://ktxs.com/news/abilene/abilene-zoo-announces-arrival-of-new-jaguar
Posted on their Facebook, Dec 5th: Grieving the Loss of Estrella ABILENE, TEXAS- It is with great sorrow the Abilene Zoo announces the passing of Estrella, its 4-year-old female jaguar. Estrella was diagnosed with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML), a rare form of cancer, in October of this year after routine blood work showed high white blood cell counts. Estrella was admitted into veterinary hospice care immediately following her diagnosis while Abilene Zoo Veterinarian Dr. Stephanie Carle worked with human and veterinary leukemia experts across the United States to identify treatment options for Estrella. Unfortunately, Estrella’s condition did not improve with any of the treatment options available. “We are honored that the human and veterinary communities came together for a One Health approach to try to help this beautiful animal,” said Dr. Carle. “We are devastated to lose such an amazing member of our family here at the Abilene Zoo,” said Abilene Zoo General Curator Denise Ibarra. “We hope that her life is remembered and the community will look for ways they can help save wildlife across the globe,” said Ibarra. Estrella was born May 11, 2015, at the Fort Worth Zoo and brought to the Abilene Zoo as a young cub on February 23, 2016. Estrella was curious, smart, and could often be found ‘playing’ with children and visitors of all ages at her habitat’s large glass wall. She was extremely fond of the nooks and crannies found in her exhibit rock ledges and would enjoy long afternoon naps in the shade they provided. The loss of Estrella has left the staff with a deep sense of gratitude for the hard work they do every day to educate the public on the importance of conservation and saving wildlife. Estrella was a participant in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Jaguar Species Survival Program (SSP) and was an ambassador for her species. Jaguars face a declining population due to deforestation and land loss in their natural habitats of North, Central, and South America. Their presence in accredited zoos provides a connection for visitors, and an opportunity to learn how they can make a difference in saving the jaguar and other animals from extinction.
American black bear Teddy was euthanized at age 28. https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.my...died/504-839b001a-9fc8-441c-926b-bfbd86b470a8
The Abilene Zoo will re-open May 18, with guidelines that follow those of the CDC and Texas state health department: Abilene Zoo to reopen May 18
