February 18, 2012
Brookfield Zoo is the first North American zoo to use revolutionary 3D imaging technology with on-site digital radiology and CT equipment in its state-of-the-art animal hospital. The new technology allows the Society’s veterinarians to enhance two-dimensional CT (CAT) scans, MRIs, and ultrasounds with 3D models that will enable them to better treat zoo animals.
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January 04, 2012
There's a new kid on the Tropic World block and you should swing on by and see him! A male white-cheeked gibbon was born on November 15, 2011, and the 1-month-old infant—along with his mom, Indah; dad, Benny; and 2-year-old brother, Thani—can be seen on exhibit in the zoo’s Tropic World: Asia exhibit daily between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
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October 04, 2011
The zoo’s Grounds Department is constantly trimming trees and providing browse for the animals. However, at Brookfield Zoo there is no such thing as too much browse, and now—thanks to ComEd—more animals are enjoying an endless supply. Each week, ComEd makes two deliveries of 20 to 25 cubic yards of browse per truckload...
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September 21, 2011
Staff from the Chicago Zoological Society (including CZS President and CEO Stuart Strahl), Lincoln Park Zoo, the United States Post Office, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, and students from Chicago Latin School gathered in Lincoln Park Zoo’s Kovler Lion House on Tuesday, Sept. 20, for the unveiling of the new Save Vanishing Species Semipostal stamp.
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July 13, 2011
Not one, not two, but three female addax calves have been born at Brookfield Zoo within the last two months, and one more is expected by the end of the summer. The most recent was born this past Saturday, July 9. The other two were born on May 30 and June 1. All are doing well and can be seen with their mothers—Martha, Sara, and Mali—on exhibit in their outdoor habitat on the north side of the zoo.
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May 09, 2011
Polar Bears International (PBI) presented its prestigious “Champion for Polar Bears” award to the Chicago Zoological Society (CZS) on Saturday, May 7, recognizing the Society for its acclaimed climate awareness programs and polar bear initiatives at Brookfield Zoo. At the same time, American Airlines received the “Paw of Approval” award for its collaboration with CZS in advancing conservation efforts throughout the world...
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May 03, 2011
CZS is leading a collaboration of zoological, education, science, and research specialists in developing plans for a national Climate Literacy Zoo Education Network (CliZEN). The initiative, which is the first of its kind for zoos, will explore new approaches to science education by connecting zoo and aquarium visitors to polar animals—including polar bears—whose lives are threatened by climate change.
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February 25, 2011
It's nice to know that the future of science is in "solid" hands. Students in grades 5th through 12th from six Chicago Public Schools (CPS) participated in the 2nd annual Chicago Zoological Society science fair held February 25 at Brookfield Zoo. Students participating in the event were from partner schools of the groundbreaking Levels of Engagement program...read more
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January 31, 2011
By early spring, Habitat Africa: The Savannah should be literally filled with puppy love. 10 African wild dog puppies, born on Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2010, are currently off exhibit with their mother Kim, 6, father Digger, 4, and Digger’s brother Duke, 4.
The pups, 6 males and 4 females, will remain off exhibit until spring, at which time they will have access to their outdoor area at Habitat Africa! The Savannah...
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September 17, 2010
Seeking new ways to help people understand the impact of climate change, the National Science Foundation program on Climate Change Education has awarded a $1 million grant to the Chicago Zoological Society (CZS). Nine partner zoos will collaborate on new approaches to connecting zoo visitors to polar animals that are endangered by climate change.
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