ππΆ Join us for a magical evening at Seneca Park Zoo! πΆπ
Enjoy after-hours admission to the Zoo for the whole family from 5:15 PM to 8:30 PM. Stroll the paths, come face-to-face with the animals living in conservation care, and enjoy live music performances throughout the evening.
Be on the lookout for dance performances by BIODANCE in various spots around the Zoo!
For more information, visit: https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/cordancia-chamber-orchestra-and-biodance/
πβοΈ Celebrate Arctic Sea Ice Day with us! βοΈπ
Celebrate with us by meeting our beloved polar bear, Anoki! Arctic sea ice is vital for her survival and plays a key role in our global climate.
Did you know? You can help save Arctic sea ice and polar bear habitats just by visiting Seneca Park Zoo. Your visit supports our conservation efforts and helps protect these fragile ecosystems.
We're proud to announce that the zoo has donated $58,000 to Polar Bears International to support their crucial work.
Join us in making a difference! ππ
#ArcticSeaIceDay
Our adorable red panda cub is thriving, and we can't wait for you to see how much they've grown!
Join us on this incredible journey by visiting the animal hospital at the Zoo, where you can witness the exceptional care our Animal Health and Animal Care teams provide. Zoo staff are coming in around the clock (parents know what we're talking about) to feed and care for the cub. β€οΈπ₯
Every tiny paw step they take fills us with hope for the future of their species. Red panda populations have declined by 50% in the last 20 years. The Zoo partners with organizations like Red Panda Network, which is committed to the conservation of red pandas and their habitat through the education and empowerment of local communities. οΏ½
Learn more about our conservation work with red panda here: https://senecaparkzoo.org/conserve/cold-asia/
Red Panda Network
CUB ALERT! Raji, Seneca Park Zooβs female red panda, gave birth to a cub on Thursday, June 27th!
Raji unfortunately abandoned her cub, which is not uncommon for first-born cubs of red pandas so Zoo veterinary staff have made the necessary decision to bottle-feed the cub. The good news is that the cub nursed initially and received colostrum from mom, which is incredibly important to survival.
Guests have a rare chance to view the cub in the Animal Hospital on Zoo grounds. Starting Tuesday, July 9, guests can see the cub through the viewing glass in the procedure room, where he will be housed for the short term. The Animal Hospital is accessible to guests during regular Zoo hours, 10 a.m. β 5 p.m.
Vet Staff notes it will be a month before animal health staff will be able to confirm the cubβs gender, and another few days before the cubβs eyes fully open.
πΈβ¨ Get ready! Panamanian Golden Frog Awareness Weekend is just one week away! π
Join us from July 13-14 for a special event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for crucial conservation efforts to protect these unique and endangered amphibians. ππ
For more information on when all the action is happening, visit this link: https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/panamanian-golden-frog-awareness-weekend-2/
ZooBrew is nine days away!
ππ» Get ready for an unforgettable evening at ZooBrew on July 12thβjust nine days away! π»π
Don't miss out on fantastic live music from Shades , Executive Order Band , and Jackson Cavalier Music . Spend a night outdoors at the Seneca Park Zoo with a drink in hand, enjoying delicious food and unique animal encounters at this exclusive 21+ event.
What makes ZooBrew even more special? A portion of each ticket sold supports elephant conservation! ππ To date, ZooBrews have raised nearly $60,000 for this critical cause. This year, we're aiming to raise $10,000 to help save elephants from extinction.
For more info, visit: senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-july-12-2024
Thank you to our Presenting ZooBrew Sponsor, Lake Beverage Corporation, and our mainstage sponsor, Kinecta!
π Nothing like a refreshing swim to beat the heat!
Join us tomorrow at Seneca Park Zoo for a fun-filled day! We're open for the 4th and ready to celebrate with you!
#SenecaParkZoo
Submit Your Writing to our Nature Poetry Contest Today!
Have you submitted your work to Seneca Park Zooβs 2024 Nature Poetry Contest with Writers & Books, Water Into Words, yet? Tap into your creativity and submit original, unpublished poems written in English or Spanish, in any style, including prose and song lyrics, until August 16, 2024.
Write about water in any form that inspires you. Weβre looking for submissions of poems by writers of all ages and backgrounds related to any form of water and grounded in an ethos of conservation. π
For more information on submissions, guidelines, and prizes, visit our website: senecaparkzoo.org/2024-nature-poetry-contest/#:~:text=Seneca%20Park%20Zoo's%20Nature%20Poetry,is%20the%20lifeblood%20of%20nature
#callforwriting #callforwriters #senecaparkzoo #writersandbooks #rochesterny #poetry #water #conservation #bodiesofwater #nature #senecaparkzoo #prose #writing
π¦ Tomorrow starts Savanna Awareness Weekend!
Which savanna animal at Seneca Park Zoo is your favorite? Take a look let us know in the comments!
Get ready to go on an exciting journey through the savanna with us. Discover what we have planned for Savanna Awareness Weekend here: https://senecaparkzoo.org/event/savanna-awareness-weekend-2024/
Donβt miss out on the fun!
#SavannaAwareness #SenecaParkZoo
π» Come celebrate the longest day of the year with us tomorrow at ZooBrew! Enjoy live music, unique animal experiences, and so much more.
Come visit so you don't miss out on the fun! π
Visit senecaparkzoo.org/event/zoobrew-june-21-2024 for more info.
#ZooBrew #SenecaParkZoo #RochesterNY #ROC
Check out our summer programming schedule to see all of our animal experiences, including elephants!
Ever wondered how we keep our scaly friends healthy? Today, we're taking you behind the scenes for an ultrasound checkup with our expert vets and our Eastern Massasauga rattlesnake, Solo. Stay tuned for more fascinating glimpses into the care and conservation of the incredible animals here at Seneca Park Zoo!
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Wildlife at Seneca Park Zoo
Do you have an animal that you like to visit the most when you visit the Zoo? Let us know in the comments! π
#senecaparkzoo #zoolife #wildlife #rochesterny #roc
Seneca Park Zoo Summer Fun
Summer fun happens at Seneca Park Zoo! Bring your family for a visit full of unforgettable moments, new experiences, and a whole lot of fun! βοΈ
Thank you to our summer programming presenting sponsor, Five Star Bank
#senecaparkzoo #zoos #summerprogramming
Summer Programming at Seneca Park Zoo
Happy first official day of summer! ππ» What better place to spend the day than at Seneca Park Zoo?
Join the Zoo for endless summer programming all season long! Don't miss out on unique animal experiences, interactive activities, and wildlife conservation chats.
Thank you to our summer programming presenting sponsor, Five Star Bank
#summerfun #summerprogramming #senecaparkzoo
Summer at Seneca Park Zoo
Thank you so much Five Star Bank for presenting this year's summer programming at Seneca Park Zoo! π
Have you visited yet?
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Nature Poetry Contest - Seneca Park Zoo
Thereβs still time to submit! We're thrilled to reunite with our friends at Writers and Books to promote what has become an annual opportunity for people of all ages and backgrounds to share their original poems. πβοΈ
Following our 2023 "Poetry Takes Wing" competition, this year's "Water Into Words" explores the connections we have with water as the lifeblood of nature. Submit your poems grounded in an ethos of conservation that reference water, bodies of water, waterways, rain, or water in any form that inspires you. Submissions in both English and Spanish are encouraged. There is no fee to enter, so let your words flow! π§
Submissions are due on August 16! Head over to our website for competition details and submission guidelines: senecaparkzoo.org/2024-nature-poetry-contest/
#SenecaParkZoo #ROC #Water #Nature #Poetry #WritersandBooks #PoetryContest
Summer Fun at Seneca Park Zoo
Endless family fun happens at Seneca Park Zoo!
Reserve tickets today and experience something new! With over 20 acres to explore, kids can run and play for hours, learn about conservation, and get time in the sun.
Get tickets today: senecaparkzoo.org/tickets/
#senecaparkzoo #summer #animalexperiences #wildlife #familyfun
Today is United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes Day of Caring 2024! π€
Thank you so much to the incredible volunteers who dedicate their time and talents to Seneca Park Zoo and other nonprofit organizations around Rochester and beyond. β€οΈ
Visit United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes online and on social media for updates on todayβs impactful work! Huge thanks to East Ave Wegmans for providing lunch for all our amazing volunteers.
#senecaparkzoo #dayofcaring #unitedway #volunteering #nonprofits
It was a hot one today, Rochester! βοΈ
We hope everyone's enjoying the day and finding ways to keep cool! π¦
πΈ: Emily Lake
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