Zoo Boise connects our guests with animals to inspire and involve our community in the conservation of wildlife worldwide.
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Heavy is the crown? 👑 The namesake "crown" of the grey crowned crane is actually a halo of stiff golden feathers that help these tall [and regal!] birds blend into tall grasses.
📷: Crowned crane Cinderella Star
It's good to watch animals interact with enrichment items and be happy.
It's Butterflies in Bloom season at Zoo Boise! Our walkthrough greenhouse is full of vibrant Costa Rican butterflies.
Top tip: if you want a butterfly to land on you, wear brightly colored clothes. (Floral patterns work well, too!)
📷: Zoo chef Tegan
Hey Stevie, you've got some food right there...
🎥: Female red panda Stevie during mealtime by zookeeper Elsa
Why are boxes and paper sometimes in animal habitats? That’s enrichment!
Enrichment is intentionally placed to stimulate animal instincts. It encourages natural behaviors and problem solving. It's simple, but enrichment plays an important role in animal care.
📸: Maned wolf Lucas by zookeeper Elsa
Welcome our newest residents: one-year-old African Cape porcupine sisters!
🗳️ You can help decide their names, because we're running a Porcupine Naming Vote. See the choice and cast a ballot: zooboise.org/name
Think fast! Amur tigers, like Akasha, can reach a top speed over 40 miles per hour in a short burst when hunting! 💨
📷: Lead zookeeper Taylor S
Monday already?? Yep... and it's time for summer hours at Zoo Boise, too! That means Simba and friends will be up earlier to greet you when we open at 9AM daily.
📷: Sand cat Simba by zookeeper Taylor T
Relaxing with Revan is the best way we know to spend a weekend!
But are lions the “king of the jungle” or the king of naps?
Lions do a great job of conserving energy and can sleep for 18-20 hours per day!
📷: Zookeeper Murphy
The results are in: Meet Opal and Onyx! You officially named our African Cape porcupine sisters.
Inspired by the Gem State of Idaho (and possibly a Taylor Swift song), Opal and Onyx earned an impressive 51% of votes.
As nocturnal mammals, Opal and Onyx are currently adjusting to their new home.
