Salisbury Zoo Announces New Animals, Habitat Renovations and Special Farewell
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SALISBURY, MD - The Salisbury Zoological Park has announced several significant changes, including new animal arrivals, habitat enhancements, and an upcoming animal transfer.
The William E. Morgan Conservation Center welcomed two new female axolotls named Daphne and Velma in September. These salamanders remain fully aquatic throughout their lives and retain external gills as adults. The animals arrived from Jenkinson's Aquarium in New Jersey during late summer and completed their quarantine period at the Ron Benton Animal Health Clinic.
Zoo staff refurbished an existing habitat and modified the life support system to accommodate the new residents. The axolotls are now available for public viewing in their enhanced environment. The animals demonstrate active feeding behaviors and frequently explore the cave structures within their habitat.
The Canada Lynx have returned to their renovated habitat and are accessible to visitors daily. Multiple animal spaces have undergone upgrades as part of the zoo's ongoing animal welfare and guest experience initiatives.
Improvements to the William E. Morgan Conservation Center include fresh paint application throughout all habitats and new substrate installation. Staff added a filtration system and waterfall feature for Arpona, the facility's Yellow Anaconda.
The American Flamingo Habitat received a new indoor floor coating designed for improved maintenance efficiency. Personnel cleared bamboo vegetation to increase natural sunlight exposure and completed fence repairs, including the installation of a new gate. The modifications include a designated animal encounter area to support future Flamingo Encounter programs for visitors.
The zoo is preparing for the departure of Oddball, a Green-winged Macaw, who will transfer to the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. The relocation will allow Oddball to join the Ambassador Animal Team and interact with Louie, the facility's resident Green-winged Macaw. This transition aims to address Oddball's social and behavioral needs through species-appropriate companionship.
The transfer process involved extensive planning over several months. Maryland Zoo staff conducted a site visit to the Salisbury Zoo, and personnel facilitated a virtual introduction between Oddball and Louie via video call. Oddball's departure is scheduled for September 19th.
The Salisbury Zoo will announce details regarding the American Flamingo flock's return to their updated habitat in the coming weeks. This public event will mark the completion of the habitat renovation project.
The William E. Morgan Conservation Center welcomed two new female axolotls named Daphne and Velma in September. These salamanders remain fully aquatic throughout their lives and retain external gills as adults. The animals arrived from Jenkinson's Aquarium in New Jersey during late summer and completed their quarantine period at the Ron Benton Animal Health Clinic.
Zoo staff refurbished an existing habitat and modified the life support system to accommodate the new residents. The axolotls are now available for public viewing in their enhanced environment. The animals demonstrate active feeding behaviors and frequently explore the cave structures within their habitat.
The Canada Lynx have returned to their renovated habitat and are accessible to visitors daily. Multiple animal spaces have undergone upgrades as part of the zoo's ongoing animal welfare and guest experience initiatives.
Improvements to the William E. Morgan Conservation Center include fresh paint application throughout all habitats and new substrate installation. Staff added a filtration system and waterfall feature for Arpona, the facility's Yellow Anaconda.
The American Flamingo Habitat received a new indoor floor coating designed for improved maintenance efficiency. Personnel cleared bamboo vegetation to increase natural sunlight exposure and completed fence repairs, including the installation of a new gate. The modifications include a designated animal encounter area to support future Flamingo Encounter programs for visitors.
The zoo is preparing for the departure of Oddball, a Green-winged Macaw, who will transfer to the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore. The relocation will allow Oddball to join the Ambassador Animal Team and interact with Louie, the facility's resident Green-winged Macaw. This transition aims to address Oddball's social and behavioral needs through species-appropriate companionship.
The transfer process involved extensive planning over several months. Maryland Zoo staff conducted a site visit to the Salisbury Zoo, and personnel facilitated a virtual introduction between Oddball and Louie via video call. Oddball's departure is scheduled for September 19th.
The Salisbury Zoo will announce details regarding the American Flamingo flock's return to their updated habitat in the coming weeks. This public event will mark the completion of the habitat renovation project.
