FARGO, N.D. – The Red River Zoo is continuing its conservation efforts by giving visitors the chance to learn about bald eagles. Leuca was rescued from the wild and brought to the Red River Zoo in 2006. His presence at the zoo is to teach visitors about the conservation story of bald eagles. “Leuca was found in the area. He…
FARGO– The Red River Zoo is home to four Bactrian Camels who are not lacking in the personality category. “They’re absolutely magnificent animals and great fun to work with,” Red River Zoo veterinarian Dr. Tom Colville said. Zoo staff work with these intelligent animals during training sessions and close supervision. “They’re learning all of the time,” Dr. Colville said. “They’re always…
FARGO– The Red River Zoo is remembering its animals that have passed away with a Day of the Dead Ofrenda. The Ofrenda, otherwise known as an offering, is an example of the zoo’s efforts to showcase other holidays in other cultures. Zoo staff set out pictures of two deceased Red River Zoo animals, a Chinese Red Panda and a Takin,…
KVRR’s Maggie LaMere spends time at the Red River Zoo learning about how its camels are trained for veterinary procedures. Categories: Morning – In The Community Tags: Bactrian Camels, Red River Zoo, Veterinary Procedures
FARGO, N.D. — With Halloween just under two weeks away, kids got into the Halloween spirit at the Red River Zoo. At the annual “Boo at the Zoo”, kids dressed up in their Halloween costumes while also getting some treats from volunteers from 40 different organizations. Even though the temperatures are a little colder, the zoo’s executive director says hosting a…
FARGO– The Red River Zoo is gearing up for its 3rd annual Zoo Brew. This 21 and over event features live music and beer samples from nine different vendors. Guests can sip on their beer as they walk through the zoo and enjoy the animals. All proceeds from the event are used to support the zoo throughout the cold winter months….
FARGO– Red River Zoo staff do their best to provide their geriatric animals with proper care. Shelley, a 36–year–old box turtle, is the Red River Zoo’s oldest resident. “Domestic animals are living longer,” Red River Zoo attending veterinarian Tom Colville said. “Dogs, cats, they’re living longer than they used to. So, geriatric medicine has become just a feature of everyday…
KVRR’s Maggie LaMere visits the Red River Zoo to learn about how its zookeepers and attending veterinarian are taking care of their older animals. Categories: Morning – In The Community Tags: Geriatric Care, Red River Zoo
FARGO– The Red River Zoo takes pride in educating its visitors on the wide variety of animals available to see, including its North American River Otters. “They are not a threatened or endangered animal but they give us many opportunities to talk to people about the role that otters may play in an ecosystem,” Red River Zoo executive director Sally…
1/1 Show Caption Hide Caption FARGO, ND –The Red River Zoo is now home to two black-footed ferrets. The ferrets are on permanent loan as part of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife’s Black-footed Ferret Recovery Program. A member of the weasel family, the black-footed ferret is one of the most endangered animals in North America. It was thought to be extinct…
