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Monarch Tagging With Zoo Knoxville
Fall marks a time of deep change for trees, temperatures, animals, and also one special Education Curator, Steve McGaffin. This week, Steve begins his retirement, but he had one last special experience to mark another’s transition before he leaves the Zoo.
Boo! at the Zoo Menu Highlights: Boo-ed Up Bites and Spooky Sips
Leave it up to our dedicated chefs at Lancer Hospitality to take you somewhere both spooky and delicious this fall! Boo!
Zoo Knoxville Announces New VP of Education & Conservation
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Michelle Kolar as Vice President of Education & Conservation. Kolar brings more than 20 years of experience leading education, conservation and public engagement programs at accredited zoos, aquariums and museums across the country.
Zoo Knoxville Welcomes African Lion Cubs
We’re celebrating the arrival of two African lion cubs, Sammie and Sika, born July 14 to parents Zahra and Maji. The two male cubs are currently being hand-reared by Zoo Knoxville’s animal care team and are thriving.
Meet Elsa, The American Albino Alligator
Zoo Knoxville is excited to welcome Elsa, an Albino American Alligator. Elsa comes from an Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) accredited institution in Florida and will call Zoo Knoxville home temporarily.
Meet Red Panda Cubs Jerry and Ruckus
In early August, we had a naming contest for two red panda cubs. We had several entries and the two winners will receive a rare, behind-the-scenes experience, where they will meet members of Zoo Knoxville’s red panda care team, learn about the newest cubs, and discover how the zoo cares for this endangered species.
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