Zoo New England’s second new international partnership is with BirdsCaribbean, a nonprofit with a long history of promoting the study, protection, and appreciation of birds in the Caribbean islands. The islands themselves are not terribly large, but they are home … Continued
It bounces, it leaps, it spins – it’s a… chinchilla! Chinchillas are quite honestly one of the most adorable little creatures on the planet, somewhat resembling a cross between a squirrel and a guinea pig, but with the “cute” dial … Continued
It’s not a mouse. It’s not a rat. In fact, it’s not a rodent, not even a little bit. It’s not a shrew, either. It has poisonous saliva like a viper, and glands that make it smell like a goat. … Continued
Hi everyone- Senior Keeper Bridget here! This past spring I was fortunate enough to spend two weeks in Mongolia with our partners at the Snow Leopard Trust and I’d like to tell you all about it! After a total of … Continued
For the first time known to conservation science, nests of the critically endangered Burmese peacock softshell turtle (Nilssonia formosa) have been found and protected, allowing baby turtles to hatch successfully. While we love updating you on every year’s careful work … Continued