Potter the Otter

The Naked Truth About Naked Mole Rats

Since late March, Komodo Kingdom has been closed to the public. Despite these animals being out of the public eye, the keepers have still been working to make sure they receive the best possible care…
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Training North American Songbirds at the Akron Zoo

The Akron Zoo’s Grizzly Ridge Aviary is home to 22 species of North American songbirds. Established in 2013, the Mike and Mary Stark Grizzly Ridge area highlights many of North America’s native…
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Thanksgiving, Despite COVID—Horticulture Style

I’ve decided to rechristen 2020 as the “Year of the Dahlia.” Maybe no one outside of the Zoo’s horticulture department feels this way, but in a year with so much uncertainty and craziness, something…
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Making Leaps and Bounds in Amphibian Training

Your Akron Zoo is home to many unique animals from around the globe. However, not all of our animals can be seen during a regular visit; some of them live behind the scenes, like our animal…
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Winter Weather Preparedness Week

In Ohio, we are lucky enough to experience every season. Winter, spring, summer and fall; there are people here who love them all! However, winter weather is something many of us forget to plan for.…
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Carving Out Some Time For Fun

Fall is an exciting time of year. The leaves change color and the temperature begins to drop. At the zoo, this change in temperature often means that animals become more active. They no longer sleep…
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