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The Oceletter Oct/Nov 2019 Dinner Program When: Thursday, October 10, 2019 Where: Hunte Pavilion, Safari Park Who: Dr. Matthew Kinney What: Computed Tomography at

Our Mission San Diego Zoo Global The Ocelots enthusiastically support the efforts of the Zoological Society of San Diego through active involvement, commitment to 5:45 to 6:15 p.m. Check-in outside at main gate. education, and 6:00 p.m. Dining area open for seating selection. 6:00 to 6:30 p.m. Cocktails and ambassadors. fund-raising. 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dinner and program.

In This Issue Head Report. 2 Mark Your Calendars . 4 A Review of Our Last Dinner Meeting. 5 Ocelots Special Event . 8 Grants Program Update. 9 Opportunity Drawings. 10 Welcome to the Zootique . 11 Congratulations to our Winners. 12 Photo Contest Results. 12 Suka the Sitting . 13 Grants in Action . 14 About the Ocelots. 19 Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 2

By Bill Kolb Head Ocelot Report Head Ocelot

Analyzing the Cost of our Dinners As you might recall, the cost of our dinners was increased by $10/plate beginning with this year’s February dinner. I wrote about this increase in the December 2018 Oceletter. However, since then I have had conversations with several people asking about the cost of our dinners. Questions like: Why do the dinners cost so much? Are the Ocelots making a lot of money on the dinners? So, I would like to answer these questions. I am sure people like me who have been members of the Ocelots for many years remember when the dinners cost much less. The explanation for this change is that over the years we have had to pass along the increased costs we are being charged by the Zoo and catering. In order to analyze the cost of our dinners we need to make an assumption about the number of meals we serve per dinner. I will assume we serve 103 meals per dinner, which is very close to what we are actually experiencing now. Making this assumption we have the following: 93 paid member reservations at $65 each, 7 paid guests at $80 each, which is the average for the year, and 3 comped dinners (normally the speaker and their guest, plus Ollie). Our expenses would be: drinks before and during dinner, the meals, animal ambassadors ($400/dinner), speaker’s honorariums ($100/dinner), the comped meals, and Ollie’s annual honorarium ($200).

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Head Ocelot Report Continued

Here is a listing of the expenses and income for an Ocelots dinner using the above assumptions:

Expenses per person: Average Dinner Income:

Member Meals $65.00 – $64.15 = $ 0.85 x 93 = $ 79.05 Meal plus drinks $57.11 Animal Ambassadors $ 4.00 Guest Meals $80.00 – $64.15 = $15.85 x 7 = $110.95 Speaker Honorarium $ 1.00 Total $190.00 Comped Meals $ 1.71 Ollies Honorarium $ 0.33 Total cost per person $64.15

So, using the assumptions from above, on average, the Ocelots profit from the fees we charge is $1.90 per person, or $190 per dinner. I hope this answers any questions you might have about the cost of our meals. If you have any questions or comments please let me know. Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 4

Mark Your Calendars Zoo and Park

You won’t want to miss a single Ocelots event this year! Happenings

Oct 10: Matt Kinner—Vet Services CT Scanner. Hunte Pavilion, Safari Park Dec 13: Jungle Bells begins Dec 12: Barbara Durrant—Rhino Rescue Center. Hunte Pavilion, Safari Park at the Zoo

Please note that these dates, venues, speakers, and topics are tentative and are subject to change. There is construction scheduled for the Children's Zoo and our access to the Zoo Party Area (ZPA) may be affected. Our speakers are staff members of SDZG and their schedules may change necessitating a change in our programs.

Contribute to Contact Us the Oceletter! The best way to reach a member of the Steering Committee is to use the following e-mail address: [email protected]. We invite you to submit articles and photographs for the Oceletter. This e-mail account is monitored frequently, and questions can be routed to the member of the Steering Committee who should handle them. All content should be submitted electronically to the Oceletter The following people can be reached directly: Editor, Paul Brooks, at [email protected]. Bill Kolb–Head Ocelot (619) 955-5006 [email protected] Theresa Low–Grants/Logo Wear (858) 391-8616 [email protected] Paul Brooks–Oceletter Editor (619) 889-9051 [email protected] Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 5

A Review of Our Last Dinner Meeting Four avian ambassadors greeted the members in attendance at the August dinner: a Eurasian eagle owl, a superb starling, an African gray parrot, and a military macaw. At one point the guests were delighted by a ver- bal duel between the two parrots. Special dinner guest Nicholas Pilfold, whom many will remember as the featured speaker at our Decem- ber 2018 dinner, honored guests by introducing his research assistant, Ambrose Letoluai. After his scientific training Ambrose returned to his homeland to work for SDZG at Loisaba Conservancy in Samburu County, Ke- nya. Clothed in traditional Samburu dress, Ambrose carried the Lmurani Paiyan, a ceremonial baton carved by Ambrose Letoluai his father, which signifies his status as a junior elder in his community. He explained that it was important for in native garb him to carry on the traditions of his people so that their culture does not become extinct. It is thanks to Ambrose that the research team was able to place camera traps that captured the first images of melanistic (black) in the region. To date, a total of five black leopards, including a cub, have been documented in Kenya. Joanne Leidenberger, Director of Events, reminded the Ocelots members of the Animal Planet program The Zoo: San Diego, which began airing 10 episodes on Saturday nights on August 10. In Ollie Ryder’s absence she presented his news of the birth of Edward, a southern white rhino, born to Victoria at the Rhino Rescue Center. After a gestation of 493 days and with a birth weight of 148 pounds, Edward represents the first successful birth of a white rhino in North America through the effort of artificial insemina- tion. Amani, a second female at the center, is due to deliver Edward’s half-sister or brother later this year. Keepers attended Edward’s birth with the help of a birth kit that included night goggles. After a first attempt at nursing which involved sucking on his mom’s leg, mom encouraged the baby into the proper position to get his nutrition. One of Victoria’s behaviors that illustrated her natural instinct as a first-time mom was to scoop up mud from the wallow (built by the keepers) and apply it to Edward’s back to keep him cool. Theresa Low announced the end of the 2018 grant cycle and reported that the call for 2019 grants requests has been sent out. She shared several photos with the dinner attendees to illustrate employee appreciation for the grant items they received. Details are in her separate report. Senior Keeper Mindy Albright provided the featured presentation: It Takes a Village to Raise Calves. Many members will remember that the initial elephant herd at the Safari Park arrived from Swaziland in 2003, with five of the eleven moving to in Tucson, Arizona. Since their arrival there have been 15 births from this herd. Five males born at the Safari Park have since moved to other AZA accredited facilities in the United States, and the father of all of these calves is currently in Arizona on an SSP breeding recommendation. Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 6

Cont. from previous page The herd stays tightly together when the baby are newborn, but as the youngsters become more active the herd splits up to follow the youngsters. The first baby, Vus Musi (who has since moved to Chaffee Zoo in Fresno), taught the keepers what to expect from young elephants. M’sholo, a second male of breeding age, was brought in from the Lowry Park Zoo, but has not fa- thered any young despite his repeated efforts at mating. Testing of his sperm showed that he is not particularly fertile. Mabu, whose behavior is much more “bull-like,” fathered the 14 calves sired at the park. When a female mates, all the other elephants hang out to watch the activity. This provides an opportunity for other females and the young males to learn necessary elephant behavior. Following mating the veterinarian comes out to the barn to ultrasound the potentially pregnant female. Accepting health procedures, which includes getting vaccinations for tetanus and rabies, is another behavior learned through the use of operant conditioning training. The animal is given a choice to participate in its care, and that participation is rewarded with positive reinforcement. The pregnant females receive daily doses of vitamin E, although there is not yet evidence if this is necessary for their overall health, as well as daily browse. The lactating mothers have been trained for milk collection through hand expression. These small samples allow for analysis of milk composition throughout the several years that the offspring nurses. This provides valuable data for use at the elephant nursery SDZG has developed in Northern Kenya. A lactation specialist is currently working on a better mechanical pump to make this milk col- lection go more smoothly. There is also weekly collection of urine sent to an in-house lab for analysis. Mindy shared a video of Ndulamitsi (Ndula) giving birth to Umzula-Zuli (Zuli) on World Elephant Day, August 12, 2018. When Ndula didn’t lie down for 24 hours the keepers knew the birth was imminent. Despite her experience as a mother, the female’s first response appeared to suggest that the birth was a surprise, but she immediately took to her maternal duties. At 272 pounds, Zuli was at that time the heaviest elephant to be born at the Safari Park.

Dinner photos coutesy of Lonnie Kaufman Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 7

Cont. from previous page A baby elephant doesn’t have very good eyesight, so at first he runs toward anything big. The babies spend a lot of time learning to use their trunks, mimicking mom and even attempting to take hay from her trunk. Within three to four weeks the baby becomes more adventurous, and Ndula had no problem allowing the other young females in the herd to babysit Zuli, just as she would in the wild. Keepers were able to collect 24 hour nursing data for a month. When Umngani went into observation for her impending birth the keepers knew that in the past she gave birth to- ward the end of the estimated birth window, so they were surprised the morning of September 28, 2018 to see the newly arrived Mkhaya (Kaia), weighing in at a whopping 281 pounds, the largest calf born at the Safari Park. She was capable right away, and learned to use her “trunk fingers” quite soon. The births of these two calves have given the keepers a chance to observe the development of a male and female el- ephant side by side. While Zuli needs to learn social information from the herd so he will know how to act as an adult male, Kaia needs to learn to interact with the others since she will be with her family herd forever. Kaia has been more independent, but Zuli has needed to stay closer to his mother. This herd has displayed a variety of social opportunities for the two calves, and there is always at least one female nearby to babysit. When the herd becomes startled by an unfamiliar noise they will circle to protect the youngsters. Training for the elephant calves begins from the day of birth when they are weighed with their mother. Keepers interact with the calf on a daily basis. They are offered food, but until about three months of age they explore but don’t eat that food. The keepers work on trunk targeting and front foot presentation with the calf, training mom at the same time. Zuli has really taken to the training, as he is very food motivated. By age two the keepers want the elephant to be trained for the trunk wash (for TB test), ear presentation for blood draws, and standing for vaccinations and vitamin injections. Mindy shared photos of a variety of Ocelots grant items that have enriched the lives of the elephant herd. Dirt, sand, and clay allow the keepers to provide the pachyderms with mounds of the stuff for elephant “sunscreen” and mud wallows. There have also been giant elephant weebles, elevated feeders, and puzzle feeders to add to their . M’sholo has recently moved to the Atlanta Zoo. The transport went well. He is with some healthy females who are still getting in shape in their new habitat. In April of this year nine year-old males Emanti and eMacembe LaLu Hlata (Mac) transferred to the Caldwell Zoo in Tyler, Texas per SSP recommendation. In June of this year, also per SSP recommendation, 9- and 10-year-old males Lutsvando "Luti" and Ingadze traveled to the Birmingham Zoo in Alabama. Safari Park staff will visit these elephants quarterly for the first year of their new residence to check on their welfare, and twice a year after that. The evening concluded with the drawing of the winners for the opportunity baskets and the wine for conservation, followed by the announcement of the photo contest winners. Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 8

Ocelots Special Event

Close to 90 individuals, including 32 guests, attended the Breakfast with the Elephants at the Safari Park on September 7. Following a continental breakfast in The Grove picnic area, it was just a short walk up to the elephant viewing area for the keeper talk with Mindy Albright, featured speaker at our August dinner event.

As the elephant herd shifted from the lower yard to the upper yard Mindy explained that yard shifts allow keepers to observe each animal’s movement to assess their health. As a follow-up to her talk from August, Mindy was able to show that Zuli, the year old male, is much more dependent on his mother, while the slight- ly younger female Mkhaya is already quite independent. But when they interact, as when competing over a branch of leafy browse, the social hierarchy is already apparent as Zuli is larger and more dominant.

Mindy pointed out the variety of feeding options for the elephants that provide both mental and physical stimulation.. Plastic feeding boxes scattered about the yard might contain hay, produce, or elephant biscuits. Leafy browse of acacia and ficus is offered at different times. Rope feeding sacs hang from rock structures in the yard, providing exercise for back muscles.

Mindy answered a variety of questions regarding elephants in zoo settings and in the wild. She talked at length about the conservation work of zoological societies, and how the study of managed herds can be used to protect those in the wild. The study of behavior is crucial for overall welfare of elephants. In answer to a query regarding a resource on that topic she recommended The Behavior Guide to African Mammals by Richard D. Estes.

Event photos by Lonnie Kaufman and Paul Brooks Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 9

Grants Program Update By Theresa Low Grants Coordinator

The 2019 grant request applications are in. In August, employees of San Diego Zoo Global had a month- long opportunity to submit grant request applications to the Ocelots Grants Program. Once the applica- tions have been reviewed and requests consolidated, the Grants Committee will email the 2019 Ocelots Grant Request Listing and funding instructions to you. Please look for an information table at the October dinner; we will be available to answer questions you may have. Your support of this program brings end- less gratitude from the SDZG staff!

Grants in Action: One of many highlights of the Ocelots Grants Program is sharing thank you messages and photos from the staff of grant awarded items, many are highlighted in this Oceletter. No gift is too small to make a big difference.

Opportunity Drawings: Just for you, there are many wonderful opportunities assembled for our October dinner – you will find enchanting treats at the Zootique, “Suka the Sitting Tiger” will find his new home, a personal quilt perfect for cool evenings, and a personalized tour for one lucky winner of the Visit-A-Job December drawing. Additional details are covered in this Oceletter. Someone will be a winner – it could be you!

Gratitude: Our August photo contest generated much excitement from both the photographers and folks who cast their votes. A special thank you goes to the talented photographers for submitting such beautiful entries. And to those who invited family and friends to our special event, Breakfast with the Elephants, thank you. Truly, we had perfect morning at the Safari Park.

Thank you for generously and enthusiastically supporting the Ocelots Grants Program throughout the year! Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 10

Opportunity Drawings Opportunity Drawings – By the Month

Attending an Ocelots dinner is an all-senses-satisfying experience. Catching up with fellow Ocelots, getting amazingly (and safely) close to wonderful ambassador , savoring a dinner prepared just for you, hearing new and stimulating animal care and wildlife conservation information, and for a lucky few, winning a drawing…now that is an action-packed evening. Here’s what is happening over the next few months.

OCTOBER We are honored to offer Suka the Sitting Tiger. This gorgeous wood intarsia piece, hand-crafted by Allan Price, was in- spired by the very handsome Sumatran tiger born at the Safari Park in September 2015. Additional details and a photo can be found in this Oceletter. Tickets are $10 each.

OCTOBER Call of the Wild – lap quilt and wall hanging. This beautiful quilt with a stunning white tiger design was on display at our August dinner. The design is a perfect combination of peaceful serenity and mighty strength. There is still time to get a close look at the calming colors, examine the details, and feel the cozy weight. The quilt will be featured in a silent auction at the October din- ner. Opening bid starts at $100 with $20 (minimum) bid increments. Payment must be made at the October dinner. Additional de- tails and photos can be found in the Oceletter.

DECEMBER August also brought the first chance to purchase tickets for the grand Visit-A-Job drawing that will be held at our De- cember dinner. This once-yearly drawing offers a lucky Ocelot member the chance to spend approximately 3 to 4 hours with an ICR, Park, or Zoo employee. It is a wonderful experience to learn first-hand what working at SDZG is really like. The winner need not be present to win, but must be an Ocelots member to enter. Tickets will be available through the December dinner and are $5 each or 5 for $20.

A gentle reminder: we can only accept cash and checks. Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 11

Welcome to the Zootique

Many of you know Power and make a point to see what she has personally selected for the evening’s drawing. For many years we have referenced these drawing items collectively as the “basket” drawing. Good news! Beautiful things come in all shapes and sizes, not just in baskets. We are excited to introduce the Zootique Opportunity Drawing. Within the Zootique you will discover animal-themed arrangements, gorgeous hand-designed jewelry, and delectable treats. The featured items listed below are beautifully packaged and gift-giving ready and will be waiting for you at the October dinner! Wine Country gift basket loaded with wine and party snacks Black and white print scarf & Pandora-style coordinating bracelet Whimsical planter filled with faux succulents Tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Please plan accordingly - we can only accept cash and checks.

With this variety of items available for the drawings there is an opportunity for every taste and interest to support our wonderful Grants Program which does so much to assist the various departments of San Diego Zoo Global.

Opportunity Drawing items from the August Dinner Meeting Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 12

Congratulations to our Winners Photo Contest Results Congratulations to all the winners of our photo contest and drawings held at our August dinner! Thank you to all who participated! We held the annual photo contest at the August dinner meeting. This event just Photo Contest gets bigger and better every year. This 1st Helene Hoffman – leopard in the year we had 13 photographers submit 2nd Cindy Croissant – baby baboon 55 photos! There were lots of different subjects: , leopards, , 3rd Paul Brooks – jabiru at sunset , bears, giraffes, pandas, birds, Zootique Opportunity Drawing butterflies, , and baboons, just to name a few. Barbee Bergan – Pachyderm Party gift basket Vickie Roberts – Elegant Elephant jewelry The winning entries were: Cat Monroe – Whimsical Elephant Planter

Wine for Conservation 1st Place Bill Bidermann, Karl Bunker, Jess Walker, Craig Ives, Dee De Moss Helene Hoffman Richard Gattra, Karen Hughes, Remy Haynes , Jess Walker, Virginia Vorous Conservation tip from a Ramona Valley vintner: Support local wineries and enjoy our wines at your favorite restaurants in San Diego County by asking them to waive corkage fees or add your favorite locally produced wines to their wine menu. Cheers! 2nd Place Cindy Croissant

Photo Contest Entries 3rd Place Paul Brooks Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 13

Suka the Sitting Tiger

Wood Intarsia Artist Allan Price This stunning piece was inspired by an amazing Sumatran tiger named “Suka” born at the Safari Park in September 2015. Hand-raised in the Animal Care Center, introduced to tiger brother Nelson to learn the tiger ways, and captured the hearts of many. It’s very fitting “Suka” means “loved” in the Malay language. Intarsia is a woodworking technique that uses varied shapes, sizes, and species of wood fitted together to create a mosaic- like picture with an illusion of depth. The following woods were used to create Suka:

Aspen for the white parts African Mahogany for the brown parts Walnut for the log he is resting on Yellowheart for part of his eyes Ebonized Walnut for the black parts Tickets are available for purchase - $10 each. Drawing at the October 10th Ocelots dinner.

Suka the Sitting Tiger measures 24” x 18” This is a shared opportunity with Ocelots and Volunteer Services Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 14

Grants in Action

Park Burrowing Owls - Camera System

Thank you very much for purchasing a burrow camera and monitor system for our Western Burrowing Owls. This camera was originally designed for gopher tortoises, but it has proved to be an invaluable tool for us to use to safely get hands-on our owls for health checks and vaccinations. The camera system consists of a 1” camera at the end of a 15’ long tube. This allows keepers to guide the camera through the owl tunnels to gently push the owls towards the keeper’s waiting hands. The camera is connected to a color screen monitor which allows us to see exactly what is going on in those dark tunnels. We also use it to check nests of some cavity nesting species.

Last year was the first year we were involved with the burrowing owl program. Of our two pairs of owls, one pair successfully raised 3 female chicks. Two of those were released to the wild in January and one them is currently raising her first clutch of chicks in the wild! The third female was paired with a male in our Condor Ridge exhibit and they raised 7 chicks of their own this year. The two original pairs we had from 2018 successfully raised 6 chicks each this season which brought us to a grand total of 19 chicks this year. It has been an amazing season for burrowing owls!

I’ve attached some pictures of the burrow camera system in use and of the owl chicks.

Thanks again!

(Grant Award: System includes monitor, camera, camera tube, cable, rechargeable battery, waterproof case, and chargers - $2,744) Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 15

Park Walkabout – Sno Cone Machine

Feeling a little warm at the Safari Park? No worries, Mate! These two wonderful wallabies have discovered the Sno Cone Machine! Any guesses what the yellow-colored flavoring might be? Cherimoya? Pineapple? Lemon?

This cool machine is used to provide various forms and flavors of frozen enrichment for the mar- supials.

(Grant Award: Sno Cone Machine - $430)

Institute Population Sustainability in Kenya – Field Vehicle Repairs

New canvas top – check. New tires – check. New suspension – check. This field vehicle is ready to hit the trail.

(Grant Award: $1,914) Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 16

Institute Population Sustainability in Kenya – Cow Satellite Tracking Unit

Saving giraffe one cow at a time!

Part of the community-based giraffe conservation research involves understanding how traditional pastoral movements interact/coincide with giraffe movements. The satellite tracking units are placed around the livestock’s neck and allows the team to track the livestock movements in real time, map their movements seasonally and temporarily, and most importantly gain insight on the spatial overlap between giraffe and livestock.

This map shows the most recent movements of the collard livestock. Unfortunately, there has been very little rain in Northern Kenya, so the animals must travel much further than normal. What’s going on with the “blue” animal? When the team checked in with the owner, they learned the excessive movement was due to better grazing opportunities to the south.

Meet the “blue” animal! A cow with collar 3011!

(Grant Award: Tracking Unit $1890, 2-Year Data Transfer Cost $540)

Zoo Animal Connections – Terrarium

Meet Morgan, a black headed python animal ambassador. Morgan is growing quickly and needed a larger home. Her care team is thrilled to share Morgan LOVES her new terrarium! She is currently 4 ½ pounds and 4’ in length and will grow to roughly 35 pound and 6-8’ in length. Morgan is 5 years old and is expected to live into her 20s. The new enclosure gives her ample space and makes providing appropriate lighting and heating simple for her keepers.

(Grant Award: Terrarium - $1,240) Visit our website http://www.sandiegozoo.org/society/ocelots.html Page 17

Zoo Horticulture Browse Team – Chainsaws and Flail Mower

Here are some photos of our Ocelots gifts in action! The Browse Team received two battery powered chainsaws and a walk behind flail mower. Both tools have been key to maintaining the farms where they grow food for the animals. Tools like these directly help provide to the , acacia to the hoofstock, ficus for the primates, and fresh browse for the elephants. Pass along our thanks to the Ocelots team!

The battery powered chainsaws are important to maintaining browse plantings near sound-sensitive species.

The walk behind flail mower assists in eradicating noxious weed in browse plantings at Camp Elliott and other browse farms. The mower helps improve the quality of browse plants for critical conserva- tion species.

Grant Award: Battery Powered Chainsaws $690/each and Walk Behind Mower $4,256)

Zoo Polar Bears – Fresh Fish

Summertime at Polar Plunge! In July, our bear trio received fresh fish and summer produce. Thanks to an Ocelots grant award, these bears were treated to fresh fish about once a month for the past six months – approximately 60 largemouth black bass in total were purchased.

A special thank you to Helene Hoffman for the polars-in-action photos!

(Grant Award: Largemouth Black Bass – market price varies – close to $30/each) 2019 Ocelots Merchandise

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2019 Ocelots Merchandise 2019 Ocelots

Merchandise

Promote Ocelots and Support the Grants . Program

Owning and displaying Ocelots logo merchandise is a great way to promote Ocelots through recognition that facilitates educational opportunitiesPromote regarding membership. Ocelots and Support Purchasing logo merchandise is another way for Ocelots to support the Grants Program. Logo items also make great gifts for family and friends committed to saving species around the world! . the Grants Program (The and elephant enjoy enrichment items made possible through the Grants Program)

Owning and displaying Ocelots logo merchandise is a great way to promote Ocelots through recognition that facilitates educational opportunities regarding membership.

Purchasing logo merchandise is another way for Ocelots to support the Grants Program.

Logo items also make great gifts for family and friends committed to saving species around the world! Promote Ocelots and Support

. (The polar bear and elephant enjoy enrichment items made possible through the Grants Program) the Grants Program

Owning and displaying Ocelots logo merchandise is a great way to promote Ocelots through recognition that facilitates educational opportunities regarding membership. Purchasing logo merchandise is another way for Ocelots to support the Grants Program.

Logo items also make great gifts for family and friends committed to saving species around the world!

(The polar bear and elephant enjoy enrichment items made possible through the Grants Program)

About the Ocelots

enjoy a special relationship with San Diego Zoo Global. While having fun at many educational dinners and other special events at the San Diego Zoo and Safari Park, Ocelots raise money to support the Ocelots Grants Program. Departments within the San Diego Zoo, Safari Park, and Institute for Conservation Research as well as conservation programs throughout SDZG are eligible to apply for these grants.

the ocelot, pictured above, the ocelot, pictured above, Diego was purchased for the Dafyd lived at the San Diego Zoo San Diego Zoo by the Ocelots in 2005. Safari Park in an enclosure funded by the Diego is a working member of the Ocelots in 2011. Education Department!