A Brighter Future for Black-Footed Ferrets
Conservation
A Brighter Future for Black-Footed Ferrets
Through our AZA networks, CuriOdyssey partnered with the Smithsonian Zoo to acquire 3 new European ferrets. Not only will these new ambassadors connect our audiences to wildlife and animal science, but also to an exciting conservation science story! These European ferrets participated as sibling surrogates in a collaborative effort between the US Fish and Wildlife Service, Smithsonian National Zoo…
Read MoreConservation Conversations: The Beauty of Natural Pest Control
Predators, like Dylan the gray fox, are an example of natural pest control. They rely on healthy rodents to thrive, and in turn help keep the rat, mouse, and gopher populations under control.
Read MoreThe Science of Garden Towers
We’re excited to introduce our latest outdoor exhibit: Garden Towers! Launched in May, this innovative display showcases the benefits and wonders of hydroponic growing, revolutionizing the way we think about gardening and food production.
Read MoreA Call to Action: Protecting Local Raptors
On May 23, the California Assembly passed the Poison-Free Wildlife Act (AB 2552). Now awaiting Senate approval, the bill adds further restrictions on the use of deadly anticoagulant rodenticides that continue to poison wildlife such as owls, hawks, eagles, and other species.
Read MoreCuriOdyssey Fights Wildlife Trafficking with Jerry the Kinkajou
“He’s a kinkajou and his name is Jerry, that’s all I know.” When our Director of Wildlife, Nikii Finch-Morales received a call from the Warden at the California Department of Fish and Wildlife asking if we could help care for a kinkajou, she didn’t know much, but she knew we had to think carefully and…
Read MoreConservation beyond CuriOdyssey
CuriOdyssey’s Conservation Department has expanded its grant partnership reach this year. We are thrilled to be connecting with nine partners this year, eight domestic and one international.
Read MoreAviaries are Open! CuriOdyssey’s Birds Receive a Clean Bill of Health
Starting in June, CuriOdyssey visitors will once again be able to visit the birds in our raptor and walkthrough aviaries, previously closed since July 2022 due to concerns surrounding the global outbreak of avian influenza that emerged in late 2021. ⚠️Unfortunately, CuriOdyssey visitors who care for, or work with, backyard chickens, turkeys, ducks, or geese…
Read MoreA Tale of Storms, Trees, and Climate Change at CuriOdyssey
Northern California has experienced the brutal reality of climate change through the increasingly intense storm season.
Read MoreBecome a Pollinator Superhero!
It’s Spring! It’s Earth Day! It’s a great time to think about our insect friends and the plants that help them thrive. You can become a pollinator superhero with these simple tips.
Read MoreCelebrating STEM and Conservation Leaders During Black History Month
February is Black History Month. This month of recognition and celebration of Black Americans began as a one-week event in 1926. “The intention (of Black History Month) has never been to dictate or limit the exploration of the Black experience, but to bring to the public’s attention important developments that merit emphasis.”, writes ASALH on…
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