EducationKeep the Five Alive and Save the Rhino!
May 1, 2020 - If the Virginia Zoo had been open to the public today, we would have been celebrating Save the Rhino Day with our wonderful visitors, Zoo Keepers, and of course, our three southern white rhinoceroses. Luckily for us, rhinos are so … More
Meet the PatientChecking in on Charo the Cheetah
April 28, 2020 - Name: Charo Sex: Female Species: Cheetah Age: 7 years Weight: 48 kg (105.8 lb) Reason for Visit: Dental exam and abdominal ultrasound Before the Zoo closed to the public, during a training session with Charo, Keepers noticed a discolored canine … More
On the BlogResponsible Exotic Pet Ownership
April 26, 2020 - Pets. They come in all different shapes, sizes, colors and species. The most popular pets in the United States include cats and dogs (we saw that one coming), fish, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, ferrets, horses and some reptiles. While … More
Tales of the TailsWhat’s So Funny?
April 18, 2020 - Many bird species have been known for their ability to mimic sounds of humans, but there is one bird species whose call has not been influenced by humans, but eerily sounds like something we do – laugh. But no matter … More
