Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Mexican Gray Wolf Introduction
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo has a new female Mexican gray wolf named Weeko. She is 6 years old and came from California. The name Weeko is derived from a Siouan expression meaning "beautiful girl." As Weeko explored her new home by herself last week, she stayed toward the top of the exhibit. When she was introduced to our 10-year-old male wolf, Masadi, she seemed comfortable going wherever her male companion went! According to Animal Care Manager, Dina Bredhal, upon meeting the two followed each other and engaged in a lot of prancing and play-bowing. Already showing comradeship, they stood side by side in the "on alert" stance. The two male wolves who previously lived with Masadi are now at the Heritage Park Zoo in Arizona. Be sure to visit the Mexican gray wolves in the Rocky Mountain Wild exhibit during regular Zoo hours.
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Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Elephants Playing in the Pool
Our 3 elephants, Kimba, Lucky and Maliaka love playing in the rain and in their pool! In Colorado Springs, we often have late afternoon showers during the summer. The other day, as we were leaving work, it started pouring outside. We heard the elephants trumpeting and ran over to the exhibit to see what the girls were up to. They were having a blast, playing in their pool, splashing, wrestling, and making mud puddles. It was an amazing thing to watch! Here is some video of it! Learn all about our elephants at: www.cmzoo.org
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Elson, Black-Maned Lion Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Sad news... COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — An icon at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Elson the black-maned African lion, has dead. Zoo officials reported that Elson died May 27, 2011 during a dental procedure. He was 16. Animal keeper Jeannette Schwab said Elson was the leader of the pride at the zoo and his full-body roar would prompt other lions to join in. Elson was born in the wild in 1995. He sired 13 cubs, and had seven grand cubs.
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The Mountaineer Sky Ride at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Experience the Zoo in a whole new way—from the air! With the Mountaineer Sky Ride, you'll take a chairlift-style, open-air ride that provides spectacular views of the Zoo, Cheyenne Mountain, Colorado Springs and the plains to the east. Soar over popular Zoo exhibits such as Rocky Mountain goats, My Big Backyard, Asian Highlands and Rocky Mountain Wild. At the top, disembark at the overview, where you can: •Relax on a bench and take in the breathtaking vistas. •Enjoy the specially designed playground with the kids. •Grab a snack or drink (available seasonally). •Enjoy spectacular sunsets and relaxing evenings from atop Cheyenne Mountain. •Seek shelter from the unpredictable Colorado weather in an authentic yurt. For more information, visit: www.cmzoo.org
Intro to Lines at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Stinky Kid Math creator, Todd Matia, visits the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in our introduction to
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Feeding Giraffes at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
Zoo visitors hand-feed special crackers to reticulated giraffes at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo's African Rift Valley exhibit in Colorado Springs.
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Naked Mole Rats back at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
They're back... Ugly is the New Adorable. Open: Now through Labor Day Location: Primate World at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Having looks that only a mother could love with pinkish skin, a hairless body and buck teeth that orthodontists dream about, naked mole rats (NMRs) still seem to capture the imagination and sympathy of many zoo-goers. Ever since the NMRs left the Zoo collection half a decade ago, guests have continually inquired into whether they might return. Beginning this May, local NMR fan clubs are ready to cheer their return! www.cmzoo.org
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Goeldi Training
All of the animals at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo work with their keepers on husbandry and natural behavior training. This video is a short clip of one of our Monkey Pavilion keepers working with the Goeldi's using positive reinforcement. You can read all about the monkey's in our Monkey Pavilion on the blog: cheyennemountainzooblog.blogspot.com
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New Sarus Crane at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
We are excited to introduce you to our new Sarus Crane, Buddy! Buddy came to us from Zoo of Arcadiana in Louisiana this March to be paired with our current Sarus Crane, Ramani. When Buddy arrived we were excited to get him all checked out and through the quarantine period so we could introduce the two cranes. We received a big surprise from our vets after Buddy's physical examine though. Buddy is actually a female! So instead of a mate for Ramani, she has a new best friend and they are doing really well together.
Lioness tries to eat baby at the zoo.
Our 1 year old son Trent has the attention of Angie, a 400 pound lioness at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Original Video. Check out baby Trent's new video here www.youtube.com
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Giraffes at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
The giraffes at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo in Colorado Springs, CO during our visit in Oct. 2010. Giraffe slobber is kinda nasty.
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Penguin Braying Vocalization at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
African penguins are also known as jackass penguins, because they make a sound that is very similar to a donkey's bray. They make this sound in order to interact and communicate with other members of their colony. Read all about them and the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo penguins on our blog: cheyennemountainzooblog.blogspot.com
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