Merced's Applegate Park Zoo is a facility located in Merced, California. Species include American black bear, bobcat, Indian peafowl, red fox, mule deer, raccoon, emu, black-crowned night heron, Muscovy duck, Swainson's hawk, and coyote. On July 2nd, 2021, the zoo announced they have acquired a (1.0) raccoon named Java. https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=140199614877075
On January 14th, 2023, it was reported that due to a heavy storm, the zoo closed and several animals were transferred to the Monterey Zoo in California. The facility was reopened on February 9th. Monterey Zoo takes in Merced's Applegate Park Zoo animals Evacuated animals return to Merced's Applegate Park Zoo after storm On January 29th, it was announced that the zoo is developing a $1.7 million dollar plan to renovate the facility. Merced Zoo | Facebook
On September 8th, the zoo announced they acquired a (0.0.1) Chilean rose tarantula named Iris which is now on exhibit. Merced Zoo - Who has eight eyes and can't wait to see you... On September 15th, the zoo announced they acquired (0.0.2+?) poison dart frogs (species not specified) which are now on exhibit. Merced Zoo - Hop on over to Merced Applegate Zoo Thursday... On September 29th, the zoo announced they acquired a (1.0) great horned owl from an unspecified rescue center. Merced Zoo - We would like to introduce you all to our...
Spoiler: Domestic News On December 4th, the zoo announced that a local boy scout troop built a new domestic chicken coop which is now open to the public. A huge thank you to Boy Scout Troop... - Merced Applegate Zoo On November 29th, the zoo announced the owl's name, Freddie. The Merced Applegate Zoo would like... - Merced Applegate Zoo On December 5th, the zoo announced they debuted a new logo and slogan. Also on December 5th, it was reported that the zoo released a new masterplan which changes include remodeling the old cougar exhibit for American black bears, a new year-round exhibit for desert tortoises, and turning the big pond area into a wetland exhibit. It's official! The Zoo is moving... - Merced Applegate Zoo Applegate Zoo in Merced getting new logo, more projects proposed
They didn't really have a logo before, so that should help them with branding and appearing legit! They seem to be changing their name too, everything before was labeled Applegate Park Zoo. It's a nice logo, but might not translate well to small versions.
