Zoo Dat

When one year ends and another begins, many people take a moment to evaluate what they did or didn’t do. Too much virtual time and not enough gym time? Enjoyed too many slices of king cake and not enough glasses of water? Maybe you want to see and do more good in the world.

Even though the Shark Week observations are over, it is always appropriate to remind everyone of the vital importance sharks play in the ocean ecosystems.

Want to make a difference for marine life? Join the Plastic Free Ecochallenge as a member of the “Plastics Free NOLA” team and help us fight plastic pollution!

As the weather begins to warm and the trees and plants bounce back from the winter freezes, it’s the perfect time to spot a vibrant red cardinal or bright blue jay, hear the coo of a mourning dove, or the melodious song of a warbler in your backyard.

In recent years, what to feed your furry friends has been a question on the mind of many pet owners as commercially available options have expanded to include organic and specialized dry kibbles, as well as raw food options found in coolers at your local pet supply store.

If you’ve visited the Zoo recently, you might have noticed some new additions to the Audubon family. Two months ago, the animal care staff welcomed the arrival of a critically endangered Sumatran orangutan infant.