Off Exhibit: Animal Nurses (and so much more)

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The truth is out West! We’re hopping on the ET Highway and venturing to the most notorious alien hot spots, including Roswell’s infamous crash site, Area 51’s eerie perimeter, and a mysterious desert watchtower. Join us as journalist Laura Krantz, host of the podcast Wild Thing , beams up to share stories from the front lines of UFO reporting—from strange sightings and quirky festivals to a mailbox where people leave letters to extraterrestrials. Maybe you’ll even decide for yourself: Is Earth a tourist stop for spaceships? UFO hot spots you’ll encounter in this episode: - UFO Watchtower (near Great Sand Dunes National Park, Colorado) - Roswell, New Mexico - Area 51, Nevada - Extraterrestrial Highway (aka State Route 375), Nevada - Little A’Le’Inn, ET Highway, Nevada - E.T. Fresh Jerky, ET Highway, Nevada - Alien Research Center, ET Highway, Nevada - The Black Mailbox, ET Highway, Nevada Via Podcast is a production of AAA Mountain West Group .…

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They’re part of the dedicated team who care for wildlife alongside Zoo veterinarians and their jobs are anything but ordinary. On this episode of Off Exhibit, we reveal the unsung and specialized work of Veterinary Technicians. Meet Jen Sohl, one of three Maryland Zoo Veterinary Technicians who shares about the work of an animal nurse, diagnostic professional and the many other varied roles of vet techs. Learn what it’s like to work hands on helping animals and hear some of the recent stories from behind-the-scenes. Plus, learn what other conservation work Jen does with Gorilla Doctors, a nonprofit organization working to save critically endangered mountain gorillas in central Africa. It’s an in-depth discussion full of interesting discoveries in honor of National Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week.

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Off Exhibit: Animal Nurses (and so much more)

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Off Exhibit: Turtle in Trouble 16:21

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Episode #41 – Turtle in Trouble They are a Maryland native species and extremely endangered, so when the call came to the Zoo Hospital saying a wild bog turtle from Delaware needed medical treatment we quickly agreed to help. In an exciting twist, it was discovered that the injured turtle was carrying eggs! On this episode of Off Exhibit Dr. Ellen Bronson, director of animal health, conservation, and research at the Zoo shares the story of this one very tiny and special patient. Plus, hear an update what happened to the eggs she was carrying. MORE ABOUT OFF EXHIBIT Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Turtle in Trouble appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Growing Sustainability 15:07

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Episode #40 The Zoo’s sustainability program is growing, quite literally, in the Commissary Department. With so many mouths to feed here at the Zoo, our grocery list is a long one. Commissary Manager Andrew Young is one of the people responsible for managing and fulfilling that list, so he’s also one of the greatest champions of offsetting some of the cost and environmental impact of food purchases. That’s where the garden comes in. On this episode of Off Exhibit, learn if this new project has been a fruitful one and what other green initiatives are taking place behind-the-scenes here at the Zoo. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Growing Sustainability appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Out of the Box Conservation 21:57

8 years ago21:57

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Episode #38 Box turtles are on exhibit in the Maryland Wilderness, but it’s also not uncommon to see wild box turtles throughout the Zoo. These unique reptiles are native to Maryland and much of the United States, however, like many other local species they are facing challenges from habitat loss and land development. For close to 20 years the Maryland Zoo has worked to monitor and collect information on box turtles to gain more insight about their health, growth, and reproduction. On this episode of Off Exhibit we sit down with zookeeper Kat Mantzouris who is leading the Zoo’s box turtle project. Learn more about this small, but important, local turtle and what the Zoo is doing to help ensure a healthy population for the future. Plus, discover how the project is collecting valuable information as part of the Zoo’s efforts to conserve this and other species. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Out of the Box Conservation appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Julius’ Story 57:34

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Episode #37 In June of this year, the Zoo welcomed its second giraffe calf in less than a few months. The excitement of Kesi’s first calf, however, was quickly replaced with concern as it was clear from the beginning that this giraffe newborn was in need of help. For four very intense weeks, the animal care and veterinary teams at the Maryland Zoo worked tirelessly to give Julius round-the-clock intensive care in an effort to see him through some very significant health hurdles. Tube feedings, bottle feedings, plasma transfusions, intravenous fluids and other medical procedures were just part of the effort which grew quickly to include giraffe experts and doctors both near and far from places like Columbus Zoo, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital in Baltimore. In the end, the exhaustive effort wasn’t able to help Julius overcome what, from the beginning, was a very serious set of circumstances. The knowledge gained during his brief but impactful life, however, now lives on to help other giraffe calfs both here and around the country who may face similar challenges in the future. On this very special episode of Off Exhibit, Erin Cantwell, the Maryland Zoo’s Mammal Collection and Conservation Manager, shares the behind-the-scenes story of Julius’ birth, his health concerns and all that happened inside the Giraffe House during those very intense weeks. Plus, learn more about the procedures, the decisions and the effort that went into his critical care and how other Zoo animals receive the same level of care year round. The Zoo team was overwhelmed by the outpouring of concern and support for Julius, Kesi and the care professionals working on their behalf. If you followed Julius’ birth and updates on social media this will be a podcast you won’t want to miss. Many followers have reached out to ask how they can help following the loss of Julius. If you’d like to support the Zoo’s animal care, the best way is through a donation. The Maryland Zoo is a nonprofit organization that relies on visits, memberships and generous gifts from friends like you to help fund animal care, education programs and wildlife conservation efforts. Make a tax-deductible donation anytime. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. View Transcript The post Off Exhibit: Julius’ Story appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Success on Swan Lake 25:06

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Episode #36 It’s a conservation success story that’s taking flight at the Zoo. Trumpeter swans are both big and beautiful waterfowl that up until recent years had been critically endangered in the United States. Thanks to efforts by government agencies, wildlife organizations and zoos their numbers continue to rebound. In 2014, the Maryland Zoo was recommended to be home for a male and female pair of Trumpeter swans who successfully bred and raised their first cygnets last year. Now, one year later their offspring is being released into the wilds of Iowa as part of a conservation effort in partnership with the Iowa Department of Natural Resources. On this edition of Off Exhibit, Maryland Zoo Avian Collection & Conservation Manager Jen Kottyan shares the recent swan success and shares behind-the-scenes information about the next set of eggs that have been laid this season providing more hope for the future of this unique bird species. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Success on Swan Lake appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: New Rhino On Board 34:35

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Episode #35 It’s not every day that a new animal joins the Zoo, especially one that weighs in at several thousand pounds. After the loss of Daisy Mae, a female Southern white rhino who outlived her life expectancy to become 48-years-old, the Zoo’s male, Stubby, was left without a fellow rhino. The effort to find another companion for Stubby actually began years ago and recently culminated with a recommendation by the Rhino Species Survival Plan (SSP) to welcome a new Southern white rhino to the Zoo. Jaharo, a four-year-old male, arrived just before winter of 2017 and quickly settled into his new home. What’s been happening behind-the-scenes for the last few months? The Zoo’s General Curator, Mike McClure, explains the ins and outs of the transition and what the animal care team is doing for both Jaharo and Stubby to prepare them for a future together. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: New Rhino On Board appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Preventative Medicine for Animals 28:23

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Episode #34 It’s no secret that good veterinary care is vital to the health and wellbeing of Zoo animals. But what you may not know is how much time and effort is spent on preventative medicine. On this episode of Off Exhibit meet Associate Veternarian Dr. Christy Rettenmund and learn about the extensive programs helping treat animals long before they show any signs of sickness. It’s a special behind-the-scenes look at what happens in a typical wild day as a Zoo veterinarian. Plus, learn what how Zoo vets become Zoo vets if you or anyone you know has an interest in pursuing veterinary medicine as a career. Discover the training and the on-the-job learning that’s needed to provide the best in animal care. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Preventative Medicine for Animals appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Rescuing Grizzly Bear Cubs 43:37

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Episode #33 It’s a story that starts with two orphaned grizzly bear cubs in the wilds of Montana. What happens next is an effort to save these sisters that spans the country and ends with a new home at the Maryland Zoo. How exactly did the grizzly cubs end up in need of help and what lead the Zoo’s animal care team to volunteer a home for these orphaned youngsters. On this episode of Off Exhibit we talk to Maryland Zoo Senior Veterinarian Ellen Bronson and General Curator Mike McClure. Hear the full story that helped ensure the bears’ survival and go behind-the-scenes to learn more about these very special cubs. Plus, discover how zoos like the Maryland Zoo are working to protect wild populations and save individual animals as part of a deeper commitment to conservation. Special thanks to the individual donor who helped fund the safe transport of the grizzly cubs from Montana. The Zoo would also like to acknowledge Garrison Forest School, home of the Grizzlies, for their sponsorship of the Grizzly Bear Exhibit in Polar Bear Watch. Learn more about Garrison Forest School at ww.gfs.org . More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Rescuing Grizzly Bear Cubs appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: New Giraffe Calf, New Heights 34:21

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Episode #32 She’s the first giraffe calf born at the Maryland Zoo in more than 20 years. Two weeks ago the Zoo welcomed the newest (and tallest) newborn into the herd. How is this 6ft tall addition acclimating behind-the-scenes? On this edition of Off Exhibit we talk with Animal Keeper Amy Botke. Amy is part of the Giraffe House team and is one of several keepers who works closely with the Zoo’s giraffe. We’ll discuss the recent big (literally) news and what’s happening with first time mom, Juma. Plus, learn about the extensive giraffe training program helping to improve the care and welfare of the world’s tallest mammals here at the Zoo and how that program is benefiting both animals and keepers. It’s an exciting update from inside the Giraffe House you won’t want to miss. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: New Giraffe Calf, New Heights appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Moving Otter Here 27:45

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Episode #31 What do you do when you need to move otters from one area of the Zoo to another? You get creative and you develop a training plan like no otter. On this episode of Off Exhibit learn how construction of the Zoo’s new bobcat exhibit is impacting the training and care of their soon to be next door neighbors, North American river otters. Animal keeper Marietta Cox shares how the team moved and managed the Zoo’s three otters in the midst of the construction and the successful training that helped the transition go smoothly for both animals and keepers. Discover what’s happening behind-the-scenes with your favorite wilderness mammals while they’re off exhibit as construction nears completion. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Moving Otter Here appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: From the Off Exhibit Vault 38:09

8 years ago38:09

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Throwback Episode – Animal Training It’s a new year. What better time to look forward and reflect on the past? In honor of completing 30 episodes of Off Exhibit podcasts we’re taking a look back at one of our more popular topics and revisiting a discussion that happened exactly one year ago at the start of the last new year. We really enjoyed talking training with Animal Training Coordinator Julie Grove. It’s a subject that continues to be a major part of all our talks so now’s your chance to learn even more about it. What exactly is involved in animal training and why is it such an important part of the care of wildlife in a Zoo setting? We turned to the Zoo’s own expert for answers and for an in-depth discussion of the benefits of training programs. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: From the Off Exhibit Vault appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Welcoming a Bobcat 31:50

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Episode #29 Elusive, intelligent, sly … just some of the ways to describe bobcats, a species at home in parts of Maryland and most of North America. Now, this charismatic cat will have a special home at the Maryland Zoo. Behind-the-scenes work has begun to renovate and remake an exhibit in the Zoo’s Maryland Wilderness for this native animal. To talk all about the updates, the changes and the wild, new addition we sat down again with the Zoo’s General Curator, Mike McClure, who has helped lead the effort to re-introduce a bobcat to the Zoo. Learn what’s being built, when it will likely be complete, and the planning that went in to the new exhibit. Plus, discover more about the bobcat, named Kilgore, who will call the new exhibit home including where he came from and how he arrived at the Zoo. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Welcoming a Bobcat appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: The Zoo Outside the Zoo 35:17

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Episode #28 It’s no surprise you can visit the Zoo, but did you know the Zoo can come to you? Animal outreach has been an important part of the Zoo’s mission for much of its 140 year history. Connecting people to wildlife in their own communities is something the Maryland Zoo (and many other accredited zoos) are deeply committed to. On this episode of Off Exhibit, we go inside the Zoo’s extensive outreach effort with Katie Manion, Assistant Director of Education & Interpretation. Learn about the animals and the handlers who are part of programs and what kind of work happens behind-the-scenes to plan and prepare for them. Plus, discover the meaningful connections helping inspire people near and far to become animal advocates and to save species. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: The Zoo Outside the Zoo appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Breakthrough in the Chimp Forest 26:50

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Episode #27 Animal training is part of everyday life at the Zoo and most of the time is fairly routine. But, every once in a while a training breakthrough happens that’s both unexpected and unprecedented. On this episode of Off Exhibit, we’re talking with Area Manager Pam Carter. Pam is leading a team of dedicated primate keepers who have trained a complex new chimp behavior with remarkable success. Discover how this new development could lead to improved healthcare for the Zoo’s troop of 11 chimpanzees and how this amazing training breakthrough is an example of the deeper trust between keepers and chimpanzees. Plus, learn how the voluntary skills chimpanzees are now displaying here for the first time may help chimpanzees at other zoos. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Breakthrough in the Chimp Forest appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Animal Nurses (and so much more) 23:36

9 years ago23:36

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Episode #26 They’re part of the dedicated team who care for wildlife alongside Zoo veterinarians and their jobs are anything but ordinary. On this episode of Off Exhibit, we reveal the unsung and specialized work of Veterinary Technicians. Meet Jen Sohl, one of three Maryland Zoo Veterinary Technicians who shares about the work of an animal nurse, diagnostic professional and the many other varied roles of vet techs. Learn what it’s like to work hands on helping animals and hear some of the recent stories from behind-the-scenes. Plus, learn what other conservation work Jen does with Gorilla Doctors, a nonprofit organization working to save critically endangered mountain gorillas in central Africa. It’s an in-depth discussion full of interesting discoveries in honor of National Veterinary Technician Appreciation Week. More about national veterinary technician appreciation week An annual week in honor of Veterinary Technicians. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Animal Nurses (and so much more) appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Getting Social with Chimpanzees 40:44

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Episode #10 They are our closest relatives and they share more in common with us than any other animals. From complex social structures to intelligent problem solving, chimpanzees are animals that continue to teach us much about our wild world. In this episode, Chimpanzee Area Manager Claire MacNamara shares her own personal connection to these amazing creatures and why the transition to caring for primates wasn’t an easy one. Learn the challenges and reward of caring for a chimpanzee troop. Plus, Claire shares recent developments with the troop including more information about last year’s chimpanzee birth. Get the story you haven’t heard from behind-the-scenes about this exciting time and learn how the chimpanzee team worked to create a happy ending for the endangered infant. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Getting Social with Chimpanzees appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Grin and Bear It 41:42

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Episode #9 There’s no shortage of smiles among polar bear keepers. Working with these iconic, majestic and beloved animals is tough work, but it’s something that brings out passion in many animal professionals, including Tanya White. Tanya is a zookeeper who’s worked at the Zoo for more than 18 years and cares for many animals including polar bears (who she confesses are her favorite). Learn what it’s like to connect with the world’s largest land predators and why Tanya is so taken by them. Plus, get special information about polar bear breeding, including an update from inside Polar Bear Watch with the Zoo’s female polar bear, Anoki. Hear how keepers are working to improve the probability of a pregnancy and what’s on the horizon for the polar bear team as they work to educate guests about the plight of these creatures and the effects of climate change on their future. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Grin and Bear It appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Chick Out Baby Penguins 39:18

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Episode #8 It’s breeding season for African penguins. This time of year the pitter patter of tiny penguin feet multiplies behind-the-scenes at Penguin Coast, the Zoo’s new penguin habitat. So far, four chicks have already hatched and more are on the way. In this episode of Off Exhibit we talk with Jess Phillips, Penguin Coast Area Manager. Get the inside information on the newest penguin chicks, including their new names . Plus, learn how many more eggs have been laid and what it means for the growth of the Zoo’s colony and the effort to save these endangered birds. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Chick Out Baby Penguins appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Every Day is Training Day 39:07

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Episode #7 No tricks. No performances. There is definitely no monkey business going on. In a zoo, training programs for wildlife are some of the most complex and beneficial parts of daily life for both keepers and animals. Believe it or not, each species gets its own tailor made plan and training specific behaviors can sometimes take weeks, months, even years to perfect. The rewards, though, are significant for both man and beast. On this episode of Off Exhibit we’ll take you behind-the-scenes with Julie Grove, The Maryland Zoo’s Animal Behavior and Training Coordinator. Learn what it’s like to train animals and the lengths keepers go to build bonds with the animals in their care. Plus, discover the wild world of animal “enrichment.” Hear the inventive ways keepers challenge and change the daily experiences of animals at the zoo and how it improves the health and wellbeing of the many species on exhibit. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Every Day is Training Day appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Raising the Next Generation of Giraffe 45:20

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Episode #6 Caring for a giraffe herd is a tall order, literally. Standing more than 14 feet, the world’s tallest land mammals are some of the most unique and fascinating herd animals on the planet. The Maryland Zoo’s Giraffe Area Manager, Erin Cantwell, brings the conversation down to our own eye level revealing everything you’ve ever wanted to know about these amazing ungulates (and maybe some things you didn’t). Learn what it’s like to care for such well adapted creatures and discover more about the future of the giraffe herd at the Zoo, including the effort to breed and care for a new generation of giraffe. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Raising the Next Generation of Giraffe appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: An Embassy (Full of Animals) 31:08

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Episode #5 What exactly is an Animal Embassy? This United Nations-esqe place for wildlife is home to a wide array of animals who act as ambassadors for their species and for conservation. Margaret Rose-Innes, the Maryland Zoo’s Assistant General Curator, shares stories from inside the embassy, a place that’s off exhibit to the public but where more than 60 animals call home. Each animal ambassador is especially comfortable connecting with people in schools, community places, and senior centers. Learn more about these unique outreach animals and the wild work they do to reach people all over Maryland and beyond. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: An Embassy (Full of Animals) appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Penguins. Penguins. And More Penguins. 26:23

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Episode #4 They’re everywhere. In movies. On TV. Advertisements. But with all their presence in popular culture, penguins are unfortunately not as visible any longer in the wild. With more than 60 penguins, the Zoo’s colony is the largest and most successful breeding colony of African penguins in North America. The effort to help save these now endangered birds is a conservation project that spans decades and is more important than ever as their numbers continue to drop in their native South Africa. Avian Collection and Conservation Manager Jen Kottyan shares her passion for penguins and why she enjoys investing so much in the care and conservation of these warm weather, flightless birds. Plus, learn about how the Zoo’s newest exhibit, Penguin Coast, is helping to broaden efforts to help the species and putting guests Closer Than Ever to these beloved birds. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Penguins. Penguins. And More Penguins. appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Lion Cubs, Expecting the Unexpected 38:44

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Episode #3 Let us tell you a tail of three little lions. Mammal Collection and Conservation Manager Carey Ricciardone shares the story behind a two year effort to raise and care for cubs. Born in October 2013, the Zoo’s sibling cubs (Luke & Leia) were orphaned after the loss of their mother due to complications during birth. The Maryland Zoo’s lion team hand raised the cubs and later welcomed a third adopted cub (Zuri) in late 2013 from Zoo Miami. Learn what happened behind-the-scenes during this unprecedented time and how keepers worked to provide an enriching experience, to encourage these wild youngsters to develop socially and to hone their innate behaviors. Plus, get more in depth detail about the departure of Leia as she makes an important move to help establish a growing pride of lions at the Cameron Park Zoo in Waco, Texas, this week. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Lion Cubs, Expecting the Unexpected appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: A Golden Opportunity to Save a Species 33:41

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Episode #2 They’re little, yellow and critically endangered. On this episode of Off Exhibit, learn what’s being done to save Panamanian Golden Frogs from extinction, something that’s already happened in the wild. Maryland Zoo Reptile and Amphibian Collection Manager Kevin Barrett gives shares his personal passion for some of nature’s unsung, cold blooded creatures. Plus, the important reasons everyone should care about the future of these tiny frogs and why they’re such a big conservation effort for dozens of zoos and aquariums. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: A Golden Opportunity to Save a Species appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: To Africa for Penguins 53:56

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Episode #25 How far is the Maryland Zoo willing to go on behalf of endangered penguins? All the way to South Africa and back. Recently, Penguin Coast Area Manger Jess Phillips made the 8,000 mile journey to the southern cape of Africa to attend a global conference in support of the world’s penguins. And penguins need us now more than ever. What did he learn? And how is the Maryland Zoo deepening its commitment to penguin conservation? Come along on a wild journey to where penguins need us most and find out what’s being done to protect the wild populations of birds from the very real threat of extinction. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: To Africa for Penguins appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Inside Animal Operations 39:36

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Episode #24 With more than 130 acres of land, 80+ buildings, and hundreds of animals there are bound to be some wild logistical challenges. Enter Cristina Lauri, the Maryland Zoo’s Animal Operations Manager. What exactly does the operation consist of? A challenging, fast-paced, anything-that-can-happen-will-happen set of daily scenarios. Working with wildlife and helping to manage the humans who care for them comes with both a lot of responsibility and a lot of creative solutions to problems. Discover the countless logistics that are worked out behind-the-scenes in the interest of animals, employees and guests. Plus, learn about the facilities and exhibit projects that are currently underway to improve spaces in some of your favorite parts of the Zoo. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Inside Animal Operations appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Working with Elephants 25:38

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Episode #23 They’re the largest animals at the Zoo and deservedly get an equally large amount of care and training. Elephants are complex mammals with complex needs and the challenge of working with them is one that Arleta Crawford, Elephant Operations Manager, enjoys every day. But working with large land mammals isn’t what Arleta has always done. Much of her own training has been with animals infinitely smaller next to elephants, the kind that can fit in your hand. How did she make such a wild transition? We’ll let her explain. Plus, discover what an Elephant Operations Manager manages and what’s happening right now with the Zoo’s elephant herd on this episode of Off Exhibit. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Working with Elephants appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Three’s Company 29:33

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Episode #22 Recently, the Zoo’s lion pride was reconnected on exhibit after months of being separate. Why were they separated and what ultimately led to their reunion? Animal keeper Sydney Larsen joins us on this episode of Off Exhibit for some catty talk about what’s been happening recently behind-the-scenes with the Zoo’s three lions. Discover what changes have taken place and find out what you’ll notice on exhibit the next time you visit the Zoo’s three lions. It’s a special podcast episode in honor of National Zookeeper Week. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Three’s Company appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Nice To Meet Zoo 29:57

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Episode #21 Joining a new group and getting along with everyone is hard, especially when the “everyone” is a tight troop of chimps. Pam Carter, the Zoo’s new Area Manager for the Chimpanzee Forest, has recently proved that she’s well equip to integrate seamlessly into a team of humans and expertly orchestrate chimpanzee introductions, too. On this episode of Off Exhibit, Pam shares insights on some of the most complex social animals at the Zoo from her more than a decade of experience with chimpanzees. Plus, find out about how hard work by the chimp team has lead to a major change in the troop, especially for the newest chimp, Jane (above right). All this and more, on this week’s episode of Off Exhibit. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Nice To Meet Zoo appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Let It Bee 35:57

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Episode #20 There’s a big buzz around bee conservation and with good reason. Honey bees play an important role in pollination and crop production, but also in the health of our planet. These tiny, powerhouse insects are critical to us and our future. The Maryland Zoo has joined the effort to help grow knowledge and educate guests about honey bees by caring for our own hives. On this episode of Off Exhibit we talk with Zookeeper Anthony Snyder who is part of the team of animal professionals working with honey bee hives here at the Zoo. Discover the lessons he’s learned about working with bees and some of the unique benefits only bees provide us and our environment. Plus, find out the simple ways you can help honey bees in your own backyard. It’s a sweet conversation full of facts about one of the animal kingdom’s most productive and beneficial species. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Let It Bee appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Feed for Thought 28:06

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Episode #19 The health of wild animals starts with good nutrition. And good nutrition starts with an epic operation of ordering and delivering things like hay, meat, produce … you name it, the Zoo’s got it. In a Zoo the responsibility for managing all the various food and supplies rests with the commissary team. What’s a commissary, you ask? Think of it as a giant grocery store for animals with everything you can imagine inside (and maybe some things you’ve never even thought of). At the Maryland Zoo, Commissary Manager Andrew Young leads the effort to purchase, stock, and deliver all of the items needed by hundreds of species on a daily basis. It’s a big job that happens behind-the-scenes and it’s a critical function that takes an entire team to make successful. Learn what happens in the Zoo’s commissary and how this massive operation works for wildlife. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Feed for Thought appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: The Art of Animal Habitats 30:58

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Episode #18 Animal exhibits have dramatically changed in the 140 years since The Maryland Zoo was founded. Once characterless concrete structures, now elaborate natural living spaces, today’s habitats are carefully crafted to suit species with a keen focus on the needs of each unique animal. The right space plays a critical role in the wellbeing and natural behavior of every zoo animal. That’s where the talents and knowledge of exhibit professionals make all the difference. On this edition of Off Exhibit, meet Steve Linda, Exhibits Specialist at The Maryland Zoo. Steve has nearly 30 years of expertise working on animal habitats and creating living areas that are both natural and wildly artistic. Find out what goes in to planning and creating spaces for wild animals and discover the unsung team that helps each animal thrive. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: The Art of Animal Habitats appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Baby Antelope Boom 31:48

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Episode #17 In the past several months the Zoo has welcomed a herd of new antelope babies. Three sitatunga calves and one lesser kudu calf have been born behind-the-scenes with two more antelope babies to be delivered any day. What’s behind the sudden baby boom? A lot of planning and hard work. In this episode of Off Exhibit we sit down with Maryland Zoo Mammal Collection and Conservation Manager Carey Ricciardone. Learn more about the newest antelope additions and the effort to breed several antelope species here at the Zoo. Plus, discover what’s next for the breeding program. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Baby Antelope Boom appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Working with Black Bears 26:09

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Episode #16 On this week’s episode of Off Exhibit we’re going way off exhibit … all the way to Western Maryland. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources manages many programs to help protect and support local wildlife. One such effort is Project Black Bear . Throughout each year DNR wildlife biologists track, monitor and manage the population of wild black bears here in Maryland. Zoo veterinarians join the team effort each spring to help anesthetize and perform health checks on sows and their newly birthed cubs. Learn more about local black bears and why Zoo biologists, like Maryland Zoo Senior Veterinarian Dr. Ellen Bronson, partner with the DNR and others to support wildlife projects here in Maryland. Plus, discover how The Maryland Zoo’s own experts are building more connections and sharing expertise with wildlife professionals across the state. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Working with Black Bears appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: The Wild Life of a Zoo Vet 31:58

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Episode #15 It’s an extremely challenging job, but it can also be deeply rewarding. What’s it like to be a veterinarian in a modern Zoo? Dr. Ellen Bronson, Maryland Zoo Senior Veterinarian shares why she chose a career in veterinary medicine. Learn what it takes to become a vet in a Zoo setting and how this competitive field has changed and evolved over the years. Plus, discover the many roles and responsibilities of a veterinarian and vet team beyond just caring for sick animals. It’s an eye-opening look behind-the-scenes of life for one of the most passionate professions dedicated to wildlife conservation. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: The Wild Life of a Zoo Vet appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Helping Animals from the Ground Up 30:07

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Episode #14 Healthy and happy animals start with well designed and carefully maintained facilities. The updating of habitats and guest areas is always being discussed behind-the-scenes at The Maryland Zoo. On this edition of Off Exhibit we talk with Karl Kranz, Executive Vice President for Animal Programs and the Zoo’s Chief Operating Officer. Karl has decades of experience working directly with animals and helping to design and update Zoo exhibits of all kinds. Learn what type of planning goes into updating and maintaining a modern Zoo. Plus, get the inside information on some of the many projects planned as part of more Zoo improvements in the coming months and years. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Helping Animals from the Ground Up appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Growing Elephant Knowledge en Espanol 37:27

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Episode #13 Let us take you on a muy bien trip. Where? South of the U.S. border where the effort to expand care for zoo animals, especially elephants, is growing. The Zoo’s General Curator and resident elephant expert, Mike McClure, recently travelled to Mexico where he was invited to speak at a conference of Latin American Zoo professionals. Mike currently teaches a class in Principles of Elephant Management for elephant keepers who are part of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). It’s his knowledge of these complex creatures and his experience working so closely with them that led to an opportunity to teach what he’s learned about elephant management. His travels also included lots of learning. In this edition of Off Exhibit, find out what he discovered on his trip to Zoo de Leon and how the effort to care for elephants and protect their species is becoming more global than ever. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: Growing Elephant Knowledge en Espanol appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: The Joy of Elephant Mating 44:00

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Episode#12 The birds, the bees … and the elephants. What does it take to provide a successful breeding environment for African elephants? Part of The Maryland Zoo’s work to help save these threatened animals includes a commitment to participate in the Species Survival Plan (SSP) and develop a strong breeding program for elephants. In 2008, the Zoo welcomed its first ever elephant calf. For the last several years the team has been working behind-the scenes to help facilitate a relationship between Tuffy, the Zoo’s bull elephant, and Felix, a female who has been recommended as a strong mate. In this episode of Off Exhibit we’ll introduce you to Maryland Zoo Elephant Area Manager Bethany Cornwell. Learn about the recent elephant breeding efforts and how a lot of science and a little chemistry are proving successful. Plus, get the inside information on the natural breeding behaviors being observed and what the team has discovered over the last few years of elephant matchmaking. More About Off Exhibit Off Exhibit is a podcast featuring in-depth discussions with animal professionals and wildlife experts from behind-the-scenes at the Maryland Zoo. Subscribe via iTunes, Android, or RSS. New episodes uploaded on Wednesdays. The post Off Exhibit: The Joy of Elephant Mating appeared first on The Maryland Zoo .…

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Off Exhibit: Off in the Wilderness 23:34

9 years ago23:34