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VOL. 25 NO.4 ZooBoo andZoolights Kingdoms of Asia Kingdoms of Fall &Winter Events All-American Wolf ZooNews GET YOUR TICKETS NOW! are almost here. THE OFFICIALQUARTERLY PUBLICATION OFFRESNOCHAFFEEZOO

A MESSAGE From the Director Births & Acquisitions

BIRTHS & HATCHINGS A CURATOR'S PERSPECTIVE 4 “How lucky I am to have something that Mammals makes saying goodbye so hard.” 0.0.2 Tammar wallaby (SSP) 6 SPOTLIGHT -Winnie-the-Pooh Birds 1.1 Sun conure 0.0.1 Sunbittern (SSP) EMPLOYEE 0.0.4 Yellow-rumped cacique (SSP) SPOTLIGHT 8 With my retirement a couple of months How did we get here? In 2004, inspired away, this marks the last column I’ll by Angel Arellano’s letter to The Bee (she ACQUISITIONS CONSERVATION write for ZooNews. So many thoughts, so was 9 years old), our community rallied CONNECTION 10 many stories, and so many quotes left and saved this . Since then, through Mammals unexplored. Ultimately it all boils down to your continued support, Fresno Chaffee 0.1 Four-toed hedgehog 1.0 Ring-tailed (SSP) DONOR one thing; thank you. Zoo has not only survived, it’s truly SPOTLIGHT 13 become a world class zoo. It’s not just It’s been an honor to lead the Zoo through me saying that, we’ve heard it from many LEGEND 0.0.1 = unknown sex 11 years of some of the most rapid and professional colleagues, including Jack 1.0 = male SSP = SUPPORT dynamic improvements of any zoo in Hanna. 0.1 = female NS = New Species to FCZ! 14 THE ZOO the United States. Dr. Chaffee hired me If you wish to donate go to: for my first zoo job, and the other day I None of this would have happened without PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ALL NEW fresnochaffeezoo.org/donate or mail a check to at was thinking about what it would be like your support. This is truly your zoo, and SPECIES MAY BE VIEWABLE AT UPCOMING THIS TIME. EVENTS 18 894 W. Belmont, Fresno CA 93728 to walk the Zoo with Doc now. Doc was always will be. one of very few people in my life to call me Scotty, and I can imagine him saying KIDS ZONE “Scotty, this is what I envisioned 50 years 24 ago”. PLEASE CONTINUE TO CHECK OUR WEBSITE FOR UPDATES. THE PLAN YOUR VISIT PAGE HAS THE MOST HOURS & UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION. BIRD SHOW Scott Barton 26 CEO/ZOO DIRECTOR

FRESNO’S CHAFFEE ZOO CORPORATION CONTACT US OUR MISSION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Zoo Office (Main): 559-498-5910 Published by Fresno Chaffee Zoo To inspire wonder of our natural Kyle Kirkland, Board Chair Dr. Emy Phillips, Secretary Babatunde Ilori Advisory Development: 559-498-5959 894 W. Belmont Ave. world, provide an engaging Ed Gonzalez, Vice Chair Oliver Baines Ross Parnagian Scott Barton Marketing & Membership: 559-498-5921 Fresno, CA 93728 learning environment, and create Rion Morgenstern, Treasurer Chelsea Cates Patty Mclane Private Group Events: 559-498-5924 559-498-5910 fresnochaffeezoo.org a passion for conservation. Birthday Parties: 559-498-5923 SENIOR MANAGEMENT Education: 559-498-5920 Zoo Camp & Tours: 559-498-5920 Scott Barton Amos Morris Lyn Myers Shannon Nodolf, DVM ON THE COVER: CEO/ZOO DIRECTOR COO/DEPUTY DIRECTOR GENERAL CURATOR CHIEF VETERINARY OFFICER Gift Shop: 559-498-5947 Red wolf, Lincoln

Lily Wachter Alisha Anderson Laura Martina, SPHR Dean Watanabe CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER CHIEF MARKETING & CHIEF PEOPLE OFFICER CHIEF CONSERVATION DEVELOPMENT OFFICER EDUCATION OFFICER A CURATOR'S PERSPECTIVE

Sloth in the previous that will be renovated

sloth left to another institution. currently lives in our reptile building but This paring and reproduction has been will soon join Budak in their new home. successful and the new pair that will Many of the selected are already live in our new exhibit was born recently residents here at Fresno Chaffee Zoo. with plans to move to Fresno when their Increasing space, providing enriching Malayan , Mek, and her four cubs exhibit is ready. and offering social and breeding opportunities is a standard that we seek Our bird team also wanted to make to provide all of our residents. This new sure that Asian songbirds had a part area will allow us to remove many old Kingdoms of Asia in this wonderful new addition. The habitats and give our resident animals a Asian songbirds are facing mounting definite upgrade. challenges in the wild. Habitat loss NEW SPECIES ARRIVE, GUEST FAVORITES RETURN and wildlife trade have had devastating These residents, in addition to our , Budak effects on many populations. Ground breaking is definitely one of the stories, messaging and ideas that will . With only 250 Malayan hornbills and , along with highlights of a new project. It is very help us to celebrate and represent both thought to be living in the wild, Fresno a few new comers, tomistoma (false Highlighting these incredible birds will exciting to see the countless hours of the people and the animals of Asia? Chaffee Zoo knew that we wanted the ) and Asian small clawed hopefully give our guests some insight meetings, planning and workshops finally This approach requires expertise from to be a focal point in our otters, will make for an exciting and on the challenges and beauty of these coming to fruition. Kingdoms of Asia, many of our staff as well as external new Asia area. well-rounded representation of the little gems. The song birds will be like projects before it such as African consultants. For the animal staff, we amazing wildlife found in many areas located at the entrance of Kingdoms of Adventure and Sea Cove, displays the embarked on the journey to Asia with Sloth bears have also been on our list of Asia. Their conservation stories Asia where their beautiful little songs will commitment and dedication of many staff some central ideas in mind from the of animals that will find their home in and connections with our guests and be welcoming to our guests. from all departments. Most of us would start. Fresno Chaffee Zoo made a Kingdoms of Asia. Sloth bears were community will be a highlight for many have never imagined the privilege and commitment many years ago to become not only wonderful to work with, but years to come. Budak, our Komodo dragon, outgrew his excitement that comes with a project of a breeding institution for Malayan tigers they also kept guests busy watching home in the reptile building many years this size and complexity. with the birth of a litter of tigers in 2014. all of their playful antics. The exhibit ago. Our plan, working with the SSP, We quickly saw that we did not have that our sloth bears lived in was in Lyn Myers was to acquire a pair that eventually The development of any project at Fresno enough space to be able to comfortably the construction path for Asia. Due GENERAL CURATOR would help to increase captive numbers. Chaffee Zoo begins with conceptualizing house adults and offspring for long. to that and the Species Survival Plan Saphira, our smaller female dragon, what we want to teach. What are the Currently, there are only 53 Malayan (SSP) need to have our male sloth tigers at 25 intuitions in North American bears paired with females, our previous

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Red Wolf Red wolf pack from previous litter at Fresno Chaffee Zoo THE ALL-AMERICAN WOLF

The red wolf (Canis rufus) is the only large exists as a Non-essential Experimental Wolf Species Survival Plan (SSP) program currently estimated at 20 individuals. red wolves in our Wolf Woods habitat next carnivore solely native to the United States, Population (NEP) in North Carolina on in 1984 with approximately 63 individuals Ten of those have USFWS collars and are to the reptile house. The oldest is Lincoln ACTIONS TO TAKE yet most people don’t know about their Alligator River National Wildlife Refuge. It in the captive population. The SSP was closely monitored with telemetry. However, at 13 and he is identified by one bent ear. existence. Currently, they are the most was a great success story that has taken a actively growing the population through there are only two to three packs and The other two boys are his sons from • Watch Red Wolf Resilience, a turn for the worse, but we can still change the coordinated efforts of the SSP partner no breeding pairs. There were no known the last litter he sired in 2016, named endangered wolf in the world, with only an short film partly sponsored by estimated 20 individuals in the wild. that trajectory back on course. facilities, making reintroduction efforts red wolf pups born in the wild in 2019, Buckeye and Sumac. We are the only zoo possible. The captive breeding which is the first time that has occurred in in that manages this species of Fresno Chaffee Zoo, at www. Named for the reddish color on program was thriving and red over 30 years. With such low population wolf. redwolfresilience.org. their ears, head and legs, this wolves were reintroduced to numbers, the wolves turn to coyotes to species is intermediate in size the NEP site on Alligator River breed with and this dilutes their genetics Since we never know when we might get • Visit www.redwolves.com and between a coyote (Canis latrans) NWR. In 2011, the reintroduction and exacerbates the problem. a call to release wolves to the NEP area, and gray wolf (Canis lupus). effort had grown to 89 known every wolf is treated as a potential release www.fws.gov to learn more about Adult red wolves range in weight red wolves in the wild with an candidate, especially with the current USFWS programs to help conserve from about 45 to 80 pounds. Red estimated population size of 130 state of the wild population. Keepers do and restore the red wolf. wolves have wide heads with in the NEP. This was the first not train behaviors with the red wolves broad muzzles, tall pointed ears time a large carnivore had been like they do with other animals at the Zoo. and long, slender legs with large declared extinct in the wild and We try not to associate ourselves with • Donate to the Fresno Chaffee Zoo then reintroduced in the United feet. feeding, so that they remain shy of people, or other organizations working on States! which will be vital to their survival in the red wolf conservation programs. Historically common throughout wild. Enrichment is mostly natural items the Eastern and South Central This success illustrates why that promote pack bonding and other Red wolf historical range and source population in Texas. Map by United States, their numbers zoos matter. Zoos were able to necessary life skills. We are as hands-off Jose Barrios, USFWS. Source: www.fws.gov were decimated by the early breed wolves for release back as possible with our pack so that we can 20th century due to intensive predator to their historical range. The red Further highlighting the importance of provide the best opportunity for the future control programs and alteration of habitat. The success story began in 1973 when wolf recovery program was a beacon for zoos, the SSP is diligently working with success of this wonderful all-American By 1972, red wolves only remained in the USFWS began their recovery efforts by subsequent reintroduction programs like the USFWS today and the population wolf. We are proud to care for this southwestern Louisiana and southeastern trapping wild canids to establish a captive gray wolves to Yellowstone, California under human care has grown to 250 endangered species and take part in the Texas, but eventually they too vanished breeding program with the intention of condors, and black-footed ferrets. spread across 43 partner institutions. conservation effort. and the species was declared extinct in reintroducing the species to the wild. The population continues to grow by 1980. However, once the population was Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium was the Unfortunately, this is where the story 17% over the last five years, with 16 pups declared “threatened with extinction” the first zoological facility to join efforts with takes a turn. After growing to 130, surviving in 2020. Fresno Chaffee Zoo has U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) the service and a breeding program was the population has since declined participated in the Red Wolf SSP for over Nicole Presley began efforts to conserve and recover the started with 14 wolves. The Association dramatically once again due to human 30 years. There are currently three male CURATOR OF MAMMALS species. Today, that recovery population of Zoos and Aquariums developed the Red caused mortality and the population is AND SEA LION COVE

6 ZOO NEWS 2020 VOL. 25 NO.4 VOL. 25 NO.4 ZOO NEWS 2020 7 Measure Z passed a second time during his tenure, renewed in 2014. With the EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT funds from that support, he oversaw the planning and construction of landmark projects Sea Lion Cove and African Adventure. African Adventure double the size of the Zoo and brought record attendance to the Zoo.

As Scott prepares to retire, he leaves the Zoo ready to continue the exciting Scott Barton growth of the last decade. Even with his retirement drawing near, he is hands-on in CEO/ZOO DIRECTOR planning and design for the Zoo’s newest project thanks to Measure Z, Kingdoms of Asia. Drawing on his years of experience 2020 has been a year of big changes Scott left Fresno in 1984 for new roles in in the zoo profession, genuine concern and many challenges. One big change the zoo profession, working at six other for the animals in the Zoo’s care, and all for Fresno Chaffee Zoo is the retirement zoos throughout his decades-long career. he has learned from many other large- of the CEO of the last 11 years, Scott As is common for zoo professionals, scale projects, he has guided the team Barton. Scott announced his retirement Scott moved around the country to take to a successful groundbreaking for this in March right before the world changed on new roles at different zoos. He was exciting new project. in response to COVID 19. Facing these part of the team that helped open Disney’s changes, he took on what he calls Animal Kingdom in 1998 and served While Scott’s journey feels full-circle the greatest challenge in his career, as the general curator of from his early days as a zookeeper to his responding to the COVID crisis. He led in Tucson, Arizona before returning to retirement as CEO, so does his tenure of the Zoo through its 89 day closure and Fresno. leading the Zoo through so much change continues to steer the organization in these final months and reminding the Scott at Sea Lion Cove through this unique year, overseeing a After being named CEO of Fresno Chaffee team to find the opportunities amongst myriad of adjustments to our operations Zoo in 2009, he called his return a the challenges. The Zoo staff wishes and finding opportunities in these unique homecoming. Scott was excited to lead Scott the best in his new role as retiree/ times. his hometown, childhood Zoo into one of world adventurer/field conservationist as the leading zoos in the country. we take the years of lessons learned from Scott’s history with the Zoo started well him to turn challenges and change into before he was named CEO in 2009. It even Throughout the years he has seen that opportunities for the continued future of started before he was hired by Dr. Paul come to fruition, leading the Zoo through the Zoo. Chaffee for his first zoo job in 1980. Scott so many improvements and changes. grew up in Fresno and like so many other local children was a frequent guest at the Zoo. Inspired by a childhood coming to the Zoo and caring for pets at home, he went on to get his degree in Zoology and Animal Biology from Fresno State. A formative class early in his college career blended outdoor learning adventures and multiple disciplines. That experience reinforced his 2015 African Adventures ribbon cutting excitement for natural sciences. While still studying at Fresno State, Scott started as a zookeeper at Fresno Chaffee Zoo. Scott speaking at the Kingdoms of Asia groundbreaking ceremony Savannah view at African Adventure

8 ZOO NEWS 2020 VOL. 25 NO.4 VOL. 25 NO.4 ZOO NEWS 2020 9 CONSERVATION CONNECTION

Worldwide Impact PROTECTING WILDLIFE AND WILD PLACES At Fresno Chaffee Zoo, saving wildlife For nearly 15 years, our Wildlife as we became aware of them. In 2019, Benin and protecting wild places are at the core Conservation Fund has continued to grow the Zoo took a more focused approach, Botswana of our mission. Our goal is to not only and expand around the world. Initially, this creating 15 formal conservation partners Cote d’Ivoire Democratic Republic of the Congo support conservation efforts worldwide, support came in the form of small grants around the world in addition to awarding a Ghana but also to share those efforts with used to support conservation projects small number of grants. Guinea ASIA the Zoo’s visitors and throughout our SOUTH AMERICA Kenya community. Argentina Tanzania India NORTH AMERICA Brazil Uganda Malaysia Guatemala Zambia Sumatra United States Long-Term Partners (4 in California)

Action for - Kenya Bay Area Puma Project - USA - USA Friends of the Island Fox - USA Giant Armadillo Conservation Project - Brazil Grevy's Zebra Trust - Kenya International Rhino Foundation - Sumatra Lowland Tapir Conservation Initiative - Brazil Tiger Conservation Campaign - Malaysia New Nature Foundation - Uganda Reticulated Project - Kenya Even with the challenges of the pandemic in 2020, Fresno number of local conservation projects in development that allow Chaffee Zoo remains committed to conservation. We are our staff to do hands-on work with new partners. We are excited Ruaha Carnivore Project - Tanzania continuing to support our worldwide conservation partners and to continue our work locally and across the world! Tarangire Project - Tanzania employing new ways to support conservation locally. We have a Western Pond - USA Wildlife SOS (Sloth Bears) - India

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Thank You! DONOR SPOTLIGHT EXTENDED! TO OUR GENEROUS IN-KIND DONORS FOR 2019 OPEN THROUGH DEC 31 NOW We would like to recognize all the generous companies and individuals that donate their products and services to Fresno Chaffee Zoo each year. We are so grateful for these donors that help save the Zoo a substantial amount of money each year.

A BEAUTIFUL LIFE SOAP CO. MARGARITA PERAZA AGAJANIAN VINEYARDS MATHEWS HARLEY DAVISON AMERICAN ACADEMY OF MARTIAL ARTS MAX'S BISTRO & BAR AMPERSAND ICE CREAM MAYA CINEMAS BELMONT NURSERY MEDIEVAL TIMES DINNER & TOURNAMENT BENCHMARK POOL SUPPLIES MEGA LEGENDS BJ'S RESTAURANT & BREWHOUSE METAL MARK CLIMBING AND FITNESS BREAK THE BARRIERS MICKEY'S YOGURT THE BROWNIE BAKER MID VALLEY DISPOSAL BUFFALO WILD WINGS MJ’S HEALTHY HABITS BULLDOG SPORTS PROPERTIES MOCHUELO TAPAS AT HOTEL PICADILLY CALIFORNIA AUTOMOBILE MOKSHA HOLISTIC CENTER CALIFORNIA STATE RAILROAD MUSEUM FOUNDATION MONTEREY BAY WHALE WATCH CENTRAL FISH COMPANY NOTHING BUNDT CAKES THE CHEESECAKE FACTORY NVB EQUIPMENT CHILDREN'S MUSICAL THEATERWORKS CHRONIC TACOS ORIENTAL TRADING CO. CHUCKCHANSI GOLD RESORT & CASINO PERAZA FAMILY COLLEDI DESIGNS METAL ART PET SUPPLIES PLUS PHYLLIS COLLIER PISMOS COASTAL GRILL COURTNEY’S CONFECTIONARY PLAYERS SMOKED BBQ CRU WINERY POTTER'S PORTA POTTIES DONALD P. DICK AIR CONDITIONING PRODUCERS DAIRY DOUG-OUT COOKIES QUADY WINERY EUREKA! RESTAURANT RILEY'S BREWING CO. EVER AFTER EVENTS MEGAN RUPE EXPO PARTY RENTALS RYAN LIGGETT PROJECT MANAGEMENT & CONSULTING FARMER'S FURY WINERY WOODY FINNIGAN FIRESTONE WALKER BREWING CO. SAL’S MEXICAN RESTAURANT FORESTIERE UNDERGROUND GARDENS ZOO AND SAFARI PARK FOWLER PACKING CO. KENDRA SCOTT FRESNO HISTORICAL SOCIETY SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO FRESNO/CLOVIS CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU SIX FLAGS DISCOVERY KINGDOM FULL CIRCLE BREWING CO. SOUTH GATE BREWING CO. ANTHONY GAMBER SPRINKLES DONUTS GILROY GARDENS FAMILY THEME PARK STARBUCKS COFFEE COMPANY GOOD COMPANY PLAYERS SWAN CONSULTING HERC RENTALS SYSTEM SERVICE ASSOCIATES HUDDL BOOTH TACTICAL OPS BREWING CO. INNOVATIVE MEDICAL CENTER TAP TRUCK CENTRAL CAL. JACKS URBAN EATS TARGET JEFFREY SCOTT AGENCY, INC. TEMBLOR BREWING CO. VANNESA JONES TEXAS ROADHOUSE JUSTIN VINEYARDS AND WINERY THERMO KING Presented by KEARNEY MANSION MUSEUM TIOGA-SEQUOIA BREWING CO. KINGS RIVER WINERY TOCA MADERA WINERY LA TAPATIA TORTILLERIA UNIQUE OPTIQUE Valley Wide Beverage LAZY DOG RESTAURANTS VALLEY FENCE LE VIGNE WINERY VALLEY LAHVOSH BAKING CO. LIGHT AND SOUND SOLUTIONS VALLEY MOTORCYCLE LIGHT UP THE WALLS VALLEY WIDE BEVERAGE LOGANS ROADHOUSE VISALIA ADVENTURE PARK LOU GENTILLE’S FLOWER BASKET XCAPE ROOM FRESNO LYONS MAGNUS YOSEMITE RANCH RESTAURANT DR. BRIAN MACKIE YUMMYZ STREET EATS MAD DUCK CRAFT BREWING CO. THE ZENITH MARGARITA ADVENTURES

12 ZOO NEWS 2020 VOL. 25 NO.4 VOL. 25 NO.4 ZOO NEWS 2020 13 SUPPORT THE ZOO

A Special Message to Our Members and Most Loyal Supporters:

This is the time of the year we all typically start to plan for the holidays and here at the Zoo, we make our annual ask of you to remember us as you start to think about any year-end gifts you make to the charitable organizations near a dear to your heart.

As we all know, this year is different. How this year affected us is very different for each person and each family. At Fresno Chaffee Zoo, we are still waiting to learn the complete results of this year on us and hope that the worst is behind all of us.

What we do know is that the Zoo was closed for 89 days during what is usually our most profitable time of the year. We know we lost approximately $4 million of budgeted revenue during the closure and at least another $1 million since re-opening. Until we are allowed to be open at full capacity and are able to run all of our programs and services, the loss will continue to grow.

As we reflect on this year, it is important to find the good and there definitely was good for Fresno Chaffee Zoo. Thanks to a PPP loan and the hard work of our executive team, we did not have to incur layoffs. Our ENTIRE team worked tirelessly to take care of the Zoo for those 89 days we were not allowed to see guests. Teams like Education and Events figured out how to pivot their normal programs toward our newly robust virtual world and we all re-thought our business and mission in times we couldn’t be together in person. We cut expenses where we could, we are also lucky enough to have some reserves to rely on and, last but not least, a wonderfully generous bequest we are beyond grateful for.

What 2020 means for our fundraising department is that for the first time since Measure Z passed. We aren’t asking for donations to help make our Zoo even better we are asking for donations because we need them to help pay the bills.

That is what we are asking for this year- for you to help us Fill the Gap left in the wake of the pandemic. Our goal is to raise $2 million by the end of 2021. Thanks to donations that you have sent over the past few months and our first (hopefully only) very successful Virtual Safari Night, we are on our way.

As you think about your year-end gifts this year, we ask that you consider the Zoo now more than ever. While the larger gifts help us reach the goal faster; it is equally impactful when a lot of people give a little. Please know, every dollar truly makes a difference.

Gratefully,

Your friends at Fresno Chaffee Zoo

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Gifts for the animals! Enrichment is intended to encourage behaviors that are appropriate for the species, like foraging and play. Zookeepers try to provide animals with food choices, social situations, environmental stimulants, scents & perfumes, toys and puzzle feeders that satisfy an animal’s physical and psychological needs.

How can you help? We are always in need of more enrichment items as they wear out often with frequent use. If you’d like to purchase gifts for the animals, please scan the QR code.

There are eleven wish lists: Mammals Department, Ambassador Animals & Valley Farm, Animal Clinic - Fresno Chaffee Zoo, Birds Department, Carnivore Department, Education Department - Classroom Learning, SCAN ME Give the gift Hoofstock/ Department, LSS/Shark and Rays, Reptiles Department, Sea Lion Cove Department & Tropical Ungulates.

that lasts all Purchase what you’d like to donate and next time you visit, it could be YOUR toy the animals are playing with! year! Conservation Free annual unlimited admission to Fresno Chaffee Zoo during regular Zoo hours · Free admission to Stingray Bay · Discounted admission to over 120 AZA zoos Wine Series and aquariums nationwide · 10% discount at all Fresno Chaffee Zoo gift shops and cafés · Quarterly members' ZooNews magazine · Discounts on Adventure and Originally released in 2017, the Wildlife Conservation Series has a new line of wines released in 2020. A Education programs · Discounts on special events portion of the Wildlife Conservation Series wine sales go directly to conservation projects around the world. With every bottle of Wildlife Conservation Series wine you purchase, you are protecting diversity of life and promoting true global change. Cheers to our planet!

Wine can be purchased at the Zoo in the Safari To purchase a gift membership, visit fresnochaffeezoo.org, call 559-498-5921 (Mon-Fri), Trading Co., online from Toca Madera and at Vons or visit the Zoo's admission booth during regular business hours. at 8949 N Cedar Ave in Fresno.

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October 22, 23, 24, 29, 30 & 31

5 p.m. - 8 p.m.

• candy Tickets: 55INCLUDES: 00 • Costumed Characters • MEMBERS • Live Entertainment • Jack-o-lantern treat bucket $16 Adult, $14 Child (ages 2-11) • Animal fact sheet • Selfie stations NON MEMBERS • 2 admission tickets Children are encouraged to dress in costume. $18 Adult, $16 Child (ages 2-11) • Adopter's name listed on the Zoo’s (Non-scary costumes are appropriate for this event. Please select a costume that is adoption board for DAY OF EVENT (if not sold out) appealing to children and does not contain Buy one full year your tick horror elements of any kind). $20 Adult, $18 Child (ages 2-11) t ets n his e ow! vent sells out! Children 1 year and under are FREE *Trick-or-treating buckets available for pick up only. If shipping, add $10 S&H. While supplies last.

Pre-purchase tickets to reserve your entry time. Capacity for this event is limited.

NO EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS.

All health and safety rules and guidelines will be followed

Purchase tickets in advance at the admission booth, fresnochaffeezoo.org Purchase at the admission booth, fresnochaffeezoo.org or 559-498-5921 (Mon - Fri only) or 559-498-5921 (Mon - Fri only)

18 ZOO NEWS 2020 VOL. 25 NO.4 VOL. 25 NO.4 ZOO NEWS 2020 19 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17TH 6pm - 9pm  Nov 27 - 29 . Dec 4-6 . Dec 11-13 . Dec 18-23 . Dec 26-30 • LIVE ENTERTAINMENT 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. • BEER & FOOD FOR PURCHASE For this annual event, the entire Zoo is MEMBERS • 21 + transformed into a magical, winter wonderland, $8 Adult, $6 Child (ages 2-11) fully decorated and strung with miles of NON MEMBERS holiday lights! Enjoy live entertainment, TICKETS $10 Adult, $7 Child (ages 2-11) festive treats and beverages for both adults MEMBERS $ 23 - NON-MEMBERS $ 25 and children, free socially distant photos with Children 1 year and under are FREE Santa Claus and Holographic glasses. Pre-purchase tickets to reserve your entry time. Capacity for this event is limited.

NO EXCHANGES OR REFUNDS. Pre-purchase tickets to reserve your entry time. Capacity for this event is limited. Purchase tickets in advance at the admission booth, fresnochaffeezoo.org Purchase tickets in advance at the admission booth, fresnochaffeezoo.org or 559-498-5921 (Mon - Fri only) or 559-498-5921 (Mon - Fri only)

All health and safety rules and guidelines will be followed All health and safety rules and guidelines will be followed

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Daily member-exclusive perks all November long! Visit the Zoo’s ticket booth or for more information. Must have active membership to participate. One gift or drawing entry per household per day. Perks valid during regular zoo hours, not applicable during special events.

Member Mondays Pick up your gift at the admission booth th Tall Tuesdays Thursday, November 5

Winning Wednesday Get a chance to win fun prizes just for visiting

Thank You Thursdays 20% discount at all eateries & gift shops

Festive Fridays Get a chance to win ZooLights tickets just for visiting Month long member appreciation month Surprise Saturdays Member-exclusive digital content Weekly member benefits and Show Up Sundays Get a chance to win fun prizes just for visiting giveaways all November!

Renew or become a member today to join in all of the fun! Turn in your For more information visit fresnochaffeezoo.org

Membership. See admission booth for details. All health and safety rules and guidelines will be followed

22 ZOO NEWS 2020 VOL. 25 NO.2 VOL. 25 NO. 2 ZOO NEWS 2020 | 23 KIDS ZONE Red Wolf Craft COLORFUL CREATURE CRAFT

MATERIALS MATERIALS Red Wolves • 3 popsicle sticks or sticks from outside 1. Gather your materials. that are about popsicle stick size! DRAW WITH US! 2. Color the three popsicle sticks with a red crayon, marker, or paint. Once they're dry, • Red and brown paper glue the three popsicle sticks at the corners to make a triangle shape. Red wolves are one of the most endangered animals in the world. You can help keep 3. Take the red piece of paper and trace the popsicle triangle shape. Cut out the triangle them from vanishing by finishing this picture and sharing it with friends and family. • 2 eye stickers or black marker to draw and glue it behind the triangle shaped popsicle sticks. Then using the scraps from the the eyes Show off your picture to someone and share a fact about red wolves. Making red paper, cut out two smaller triangles for the ears. Glue them both on one side of the people aware of these unique animals can help save them! popsicle sticks to make the ears on top of the head. • Red marker, crayon, or paint 4. Using the brown paper and cut out three smaller triangles. These will be the inside • Glue part of the ears and also for the nose. Glue the nose triangle on the corner of the popsicle sticks opposite side of the ears. Glue the other small brown triangles onto the • Scissors (always ask an adult to red triangle ears. help you use 5. Stick the eyes in the middle of the triangle on the red paper.

DID YOU KNOW?

• Red wolves live in small packs led by a 1 2 3 bonded male and female pair who mate for life.

• Cubs from previous years will sometimes stay with the pack and help raise their younger siblings.

• The red wolf only lives in the United States. It’s the world’s only All-American wolf! 4 5 • Grey wolves and Mexican wolves can also be found in parts of the United States.

• The red wolf is the most endangered wolf in the world.

• Zoos are vital in the fight to save this special American species.

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