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Insects are small animals with six legs and a hard outer shell called an exoskeleton. Most have wings and antennae.

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Wild Dolphins VR / 360° Video Experience

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Invertebrates don't have backbones or bony skeletons. They range in size from microscopic mites to giant squid with soccer-ball-size eyes.

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Connecting To/Respecting Nature

Family Fun | May 14th, 2020 | 10 AM MT

Whether you live in an apartment in the middle of the city, in a house with a backyard, or in the middle of a forest, the ability to observe, marvel and wonder at nature is just beyond the walls of your home.

Nature is all around and an important aspect to all of our lives. The sun provides light and warmth, the clouds moisture, and the trees air, as well as food and homes for animals. Research also shows that nature may calm anxiety, reduce stress, and give our minds and bodies a reboot. Connecting to nature is particularly important in these challenging times.

Getting outside, even for just a few moments, can help you feel connected to the world, adjust your mindset, and can help you feel more at ease as we negotiate our new normal. Connecting with nature is simple and can be done anywhere, at any time, and as often as you like or need.

Join us! - Connect with nature!

1. Find a space outside: a balcony, yard, park, or grassy knoll outside your building will work well.

2. Sit silently and start making observations using all of your senses.

What do you see?: Can you see animals? Can you see a tree? What about the sky and clouds?

What do you hear?: Maybe you hear traffic. If you listen closely, can you hear anything else? Maybe the breeze as it blows past your ears, or rustles through the trees. Can you hear birds or other animals? Perhaps a stream or even kids playing.

What do you smell?: Do you have flowers nearby? Or a neighbor barbecuing?

What do you feel?: What are you sitting on? How does it feel? Can you feel the sun's warm rays on your face? Or the breeze on your arms?

3. Take a few deep breaths and let the outside world ground you and relax you.

4. Try documenting your experience: If you have time, write your observations and feelings in a nature journal, write a poem or draw a picture.

5. Then do it again!: Remember, nature is always there waiting for you, rain or shine!

Responsible Pet Ownership

Family Fun | May 13th, 2020 | 10 AM MT

Pets provide companionship and give you something to care for; both are found to bring joy to pet owners. But owning a pet is a great responsibility, too. Can you provide a great home for an animal? Do your research! Join us in making responsible pet ownership decisions.

For an any animal to be happy and healthy they need:

These essential things are different for each animal.  At Denver Zoo, Tatu the lion is a carnivore and eats meat while Mahali the hippo requires a large pool to wade in.  Being able to meet these needs is essential - but could not possible without the care and space that Denver Zoo provides.  You can use this guide to help determine what animal is right for you and your family.

Can you provide an environment where your pet can thrive? Want to learn more about animals and their care needs? Head over to our  virtual animal demos where some of our staff's pets become the stars.

Pollinators

Family Fun | May 12th, 2020 | 10 AM MT

The majority of fruits and vegetables need help from pollinators to grow. Without pollinators like bees, butterflies, and humming birds, we couldn't enjoy apples, strawberries or watermelons and it'd be much harder to find cucumbers, squash, or tomatoes.

Sadly, habitat loss and pesticides are endangering pollinators. But you can help! Join us in saving pollinators by planting a garden of your own. Here's what you need:

Space: A small patch of earth, slab of concrete, or balcony to grow your garden.

Container: Use pot or box from a store or you can make your own out of recycled materials like an empty milk carton.

Seeds: Native and non-invasive plants are best for local pollinators. In Colorado, some of these plants include sunflowers, pansies, marigolds, and clover.

Soil

Water

Sun

Go the extra mile for pollinators by providing sources of water just for them! A small dish with rocks or pebbles on the bottom allows these essential creatures places to land and drink comfortably.

Palm Oil

Family Fun | May 11th, 2020 | 10 AM MT

Ever wonder what you can do to help endangered species? Join us in shopping for sustainable products to help protect endangered species!

Many products are harvested in areas where endangered animals live. Being aware and purchasing more sustainable options can slow down the destruction and eventual loss of those habitats.

One such product is palm oil, found in items like food, bath products, and cosmetics. Rainforests around the world are being destroyed to plant, grow and harvest this crop - greatly impacting animals like orangutans in Borneo and Sumatra.

Because it is so widely used, it's difficult to avoid palm oil completely. But don't give up! Instead, support endangered species by purchasing products made with sustainable palm oil - regulated by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).

How can you ensure that the products you buy are RSPO-certified? Easy! There's an app for that!

With a simple scan, the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo's Sustainable Palm Oil Shopping app tells you whether or not the item you scanned is RSPO-certified. Download the app, shop sustainable products, and save endangered species!

Want to show off your support to your friends? Add an "I Love Orangutans" frame to your Facebook or Instagram photo.

Nature Walk Bingo

Family Fun | May 7th, 2020 | 1 PM MT

Children learn about their environment by exploring it! Help your little ones explore the world with a game of Nature Walk Bingo. Download the cards with pictures or without.

Can you be the first to find all the items in a row, column, or diagonal?

DIY Frozen Treats

Family Fun | May 4th, 2020 | 4 PM MT

Just like us, Denver Zoo animals like to cool off with frozen treats! Created by the Zoo's Nutrition Team, the chilly snacks are tailored to an animal's specific dietary needs. Not only do they taste good but they make great enrichment, too!

Some predators get bones frozen in a large cube of ice. And others, like Tundra the grizzly bear, enjoys custom popsicles in either salmon or blood flavors - her favorites!

Imagine you're an animal nutritionist and need to make a frozen treat for your favorite animal. What ingredients and flavors would you use?

Try It! - Make yourself a healthy frozen treat. In a small plastic cup or ice tray, add fruit (sliced berries work well!) to your favorite juice or coconut milk. Add a popsicle stick if you'd like. Freeze your concoctions then enjoy!

Webbed Feet Experiment

Family Fun | May 1st, 2020 | 2 PM MT

Possibly the most obvious and striking adaptation of fishing cats compared to other cats is the webbing between their toes. Why would fishing cat have webbed paws? Let's experiment!
Materials

Plastic sandwich bag

Rubber band or string

Small tub of water

Small floating toy

Experiment

Put the floating toy in the tub of water.

Place your hand in the tub of water behind the toy; spread your fingers apart and move your hand slowly back and forth.

Now try it with a "webbed" hand:

Place the plastic sandwich bag over one of your hands; secure the bag loosely at the wrist with the rubber band or string.

Place your wrapped hand in the tub of water behind the toy; spread your fingers apart in the bag and move your hand slowly back and forth.

Observe

What impact did the plastic bag have? Are the waves bigger or smaller when made with the "webbed" hand?

Which hand, "webbed" or "non-webbed" moved the toy farther?

Did the waves sound different with the "webbed" hand; louder or softer? Why?

Webbed paws and feet work similar to the hand in the plastic bag - pushing more water with each stroke creating more force. So a fishing cat's webbed paws help them be strong swimmers and swim and dive for their prey. What other animals do you know that have webbed feet or paws to help them swim?

DIY: Nature Scavenger Hunt

Family Fun | April 27th, 2020 | 12 PM MT

Turn your daily walk into a scavenger hunt!

First, make some guesses. What animals and objects do you think you'll see? Make a list (ex. dog, daffodil, gray rock, blue jay) on a piece of paper then go exploring! As you stroll, use your eyes to observe the world, looking for and counting each item on your list as you go. For a competitive edge, see who can find the most items or work as a team!

Pro Tip: Spot some surprises as you go? iNaturalist is a helpful app for identifying "new to you" plants, animals, and insects.

Say It Like You Mean It

Family Fun | April 23rd, 2020 | 12 PM MT

Ring-Tailed lemurs communicate with vocalizations and scent markings. They are one of the most vocal primates with at least 15 different vocalizations. This adaptation helps a troop of lemurs survive, can be used to warn others of aerial or terrestrial predators and to gather the members of the troop together.

Human groups will vocalize to communicate, too, but, unlike ring-tailed lemurs, we rely on more than 15 vocalizations. In fact, the Oxford English Dictionary lists 470,000 words alone! That's a lot of words to express ourselves, our feelings and our needs.

Say it like you mean it - vocalize!

What do you say when you're...

I SPY

Family Fun | April 20th, 2020 | 5 PM MT

Practice your observation skills with a game of I Spy.

I spy is a guessing game where one player chooses an object within sight and announces to the other players that "I spy with my little eye, something _____." The blank is filled in with any adjective. It is up to the opposite player(s) to guess what it is the first player spies. Then you switch.

What do you spy? Can you spy something yellow? Can you spy something that starts with the letter E? Can you spy something with a tail?

Good Night Zoo

Family Fun | April 15th, 2020 | 2 PM MT

The sun may set, but the caring continues! Hear for yourselves! Denver Zoo's Night Keeper, Disa Skaff, tells the ultimate bed time story on This American Life's The Elephant in the Bedroom.

Go on a Bear Safari!

Family Fun | April 13th, 2020 | 4 PM MT

You may not be able to visit our resident grizzly bear, Tundra, at the moment but there are still bears to be seen-and closer than you might think!People all over the country are doing their part to add a little fun to an afternoon stroll by adding teddy bears to their windows.

On your next walk, bring your binoculars and go on a bear safari!

How many bears do you see? Make observations - What's different about the bears? Maybe they differ by color or size? Can you find a brown teddy bear that look like Tundra?

Boost Your Emu'd

Family Fun | April 10th, 2020 | 11 AM MT

If you're lucky enough to have met Ralph the emu in person, you already know that he's quite a character. Known for his curiosity, Ralph loves to approach the edge of the home he shares with our red kangaroos to check out his human visitors! So, while you are temporarily deprived of his stunning golden gaze (and vice versa), we've come up with three fun activities to lift everyone's spirits. Let's do this!
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SCENTsational

Family Fun | April 8th, 2020 | 11 AM MT

Hyenas and African painted wild dogs are olfactory predators; animals that find their prey through smell. Put your nose to the test!

Adults, collect opaque plastic containers (like those used for frosting or margerine) and poke a few small holes in the lids. Place a different fragrant item like a flower, spice, or essential oil in each and pop the lids on top.

What does the nose really know? Have your kiddo sniff, sniff, and guess the scent! Can they match the scent to the item?

Meet a Keeper: Animal Trainer Interview

Family Fun | April 7th, 2020 | 9AM MT

Training is an important part of caring for animals. At Denver Zoo, animals are trained to ensure their health and safety and to keep their brains active. It's a big job! Lucky for us, we have Animal Trainers like Lora! Read about Lora and the work she does at Denver Zoo.

Have you ever trained a pet? Then you're an animal trainer, too! Show us what your pet can do. Snap a picture of your pet doing a trained behavior and share it with us.

Do a Backyard Bird Count!

Family Fun | April 6th, 2020 | 9AM MT

Go outside in your neighborhood. Pick a spot, and close your eyes. What do you hear? Are there birds around? Walk to a new spot, close your eyes, and listen. Anything? Spin in a circle and then FREEZE! Open your eyes, and look around you.

How many birds can you see? Write down the count, and try it again in a new spot.

Where do you find the most birds?

How many different kinds?

Veterinary Medicine - Stuffed Animal Checkup

Family Fun | March 31st, 2020 | 1 PM MT

Ever wonder what being a member of our veterinary team is like? See for yourselves

Your favorite stuffed animal is due for a check-up; be the vet! Can you take care of your pal just like the expert veterinarians at Denver Zoo?

Be sure to check their temperature, weight, body condition, and teeth. Don't forget to give them their vitamins!

Stretch It Out

Family Fun | March 31st, 2020 | 1 PM MT

At times, our older animal residents need additional care and support. If an injury or arthritis is present, they may receive physical therapy, special exercises, massages, or even acupuncture. See for yourself! Join us LIVE, as we help Joe, the 15-year-old kudo, strengthen his muscles with specialized stretches.

Now you try - stretch it out! Stretching keeps muscles flexible, strong, and healthy. Get up and stretch!

* Toe Touches: bend over and touch your toes.
* Reach for the Stars: raise your arms high above your head.
* Trunk Twists: twist your body from side to side.

Physical Distancing with Llamas

Family Fun | March 30th, 2020 | 1 PM MT

Have you gotten your steps in today? Exercise is important for humans and animals alike. Zookeepers are creative in designing safe ways for animals to exercise. For our llamas, walking around the zoo is not only a workout but, as an Ambassador Animal, it also gives our guests the opportunity to learn about 'em up close....but not too close!

These days, we're all practicing physical distancing; the recommendation to keep at least 6 feet apart from one another. How far is 6 ft? About the length of a llama! We wonder what else can be used as a social distancing tool.

Grab a ruler of measuring tape and find 3 objects, people, or animals in your house that are also 6 feet long.

Giraffe Yoga

Family Fun | March 23rd, 2020 | 1 PM MT

Who's ready for Giraffe Yoga? Try these 2 graceful moves and become a Giraffe Yoga Master!

1. Tall pose: Stand with you feet firm, and stretch as tall as you can, arms above like the long neck of a giraffe. Pluck leaves off the highest branch of the tree with your fingers.

2. Drinking pose: put hands on the floor and spread your hands and feet as wide as you can, bending your face down to the ground without touching your body to the floor. Slurp gently like a giraffe! Now make up your own giraffe yoga pose and send us a pic!

Baby Rhino Habitat Challenge

Family Fun | March 20th, 2020 | 2 PM MT

Denver Zoo had to make our baby rhino's habitat safe for her. What if you had to baby rhino-proof your bedroom?

For this design challenge, use a cardboard box or piece of paper to make a model of your room, and what you would have to change to make it safe for a baby rhino! Do you have any rhino toys?

We'd love a video of you describing your rhino room! Send them to socialmedia@denverzoo.org.

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We're here to keep you informed, entertained, and engaged with videos, wildlife-themed activity ideas, and much more!

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Mammals include humans and all other animals that are warm-blooded vertebrates (vertebrates have backbones) with hair. They feed their young with milk and have a more well-developed brain than other types of animals.

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Penguin Live-Cam (Monterey Bay Aquarium)

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Birds are warm-blooded vertebrates (vertebrates have backbones) and are the only animals with feathers. Although all birds have wings, a few species can’t fly.

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Sea Otters Live-Cam (Monterey Bay Aquarium)

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Open Today 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

Explore Ocean Voyager Built by the Home Depot

Find out more about Ocean Voyager, one of the largest single aquatic exhibits in the world.

Voyage Deeper Into Other Aquarium Experiences

Support Georgia Aquarium

Please consider supporting the Aquarium today so we can continue delivering amazing animal experiences for everyone.

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Ocean Voyager Live Webcam | Georgia Aquarium | See Whale Sharks

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Explore The Hidden Worlds of our National Parks

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Follow rangers on a journey to places most people never go in stunning 360° video.

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Kelp Forest Live-Cam (Monterey Bay Aquarium)

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Kelp Forest Live-Cam (Monterey Bay Aquarium)

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Kelp Forest Cam After Hours - Monterey Bay Aquarium

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Aviary Cam After Hours - Monterey Bay Aquarium

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Explore the Great Lakes 3-Part Virtual Field Trip (5 minutes each) -coastal wetlands, algae, and lake sturgeon.

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Collection 3 - Virtual Field Trips in the Great Lakes | Great Lakes Now

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Great Lakes Now shares stories about the unique culture and history of the Great Lakes basin

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Jelly | Live cam | Monterey Bay Aquarium

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See our breathtaking sea nettles drift and pulse.

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Animals by Classification - Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden®

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Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, Home of the world famous hippo Fiona. Family friendly Zoo committed to inspiring visitors with wildlife and saving species.

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In addition to our own goats at the Beekman 1802 farm, we source our goat milk from 25 privately US owned family farms, owned by multiple generations of farmers.

These dairy goats are fed a balanced, vegetarian diet, which is full of nutrients, and free of antibiotics, hormones, animal by-products, and preservatives. They eat alfalfa hay, as well as a blend of grains including oats, barley, and corn. In addition, the goats receive almond hulls for fiber, salt blocks for digestion, and vitamin and mineral supplements for overall well-being. They also have plenty of fresh water on demand at all times.

At the farms, the goats have plenty of room to roam around during the day to both the inside and outside areas. Shelters provide protection from the seasonal elements such as extreme heat, cold, or rain.

Goats are very social animals, so our farmer partners make sure to keep them together, and provide them plenty of open space. It is important to note that these farms are regularly inspected by state and county agencies.

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Crafted with Kindness: In addition to our own goats at the Beekman 1802 farm, we source our goat milk from 25 privately US owned family farms, owned by multiple generations of farmers.These dairy goats are fed a balanced, vegetarian diet, which is full of nutrients, and free of antibiotics, hormones, animal by-product

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Watch river otters scampering up and down a multi-tiered landscape. Lastly, venture into the saltwater exhibit, home to thousands of colorful reef fish, toothy sharks, and a rescued green sea turtle!

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Weekday Wonders

Looking for activities to get your family engaged in nature and science (at home)? Weekday Wonders is a series designed by the Tennessee Aquarium Education Department. These resources are carefully curated to include activities that address content students learn in school, while being written in a way that is easy for caregivers to facilitate, even while working.

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Weekday Wonders Looking for activities to get your family engaged in nature and science (at home)? Weekday Wonders is a series designed by the Tennessee Aquarium Education Department. These resources are carefully curated to include activities that address content students learn in school, while being written in a way that is easy for caregivers to facilitate, even while working.

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National Aquarium in Washington, DC Virtual Tour

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Wild Biomes: America's Rainforests & Deserts

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Wild Biomes: America's Rainforests & Deserts

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Two wildly different ecosystems, both dependent on the same precious resource: Water. On this virtual field trip, we’ll travel to Seattle and Arizona.

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Wild Biomes: America’s Rainforests and Deserts

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Join our expert scientist Yue Wang, a conservation planning officer for The Nature Conservancy, on a virtual field trip across the world to two stunning provinces in China.

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China's Great Forests: What The Giant Panda and Earth's Climate Share

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Explore the World's Largest Cave - Son Doong Cave

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National Geographic lets you explore the world’s largest cave, located in Vietnam. Use the interactive map to enjoy the fully immersive experience (sound on!).

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Fly Through A Colossal Cave: Son Doong in 360°

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Son Doong's caverns can comfortably fit a 747 airplane. Explore them with these unbelievable 360° panoramas.