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of our precious older animals
to live well beyond the average
lifespan.
GROWING
THE GARDEN
Surrounding all these
wondrous animals, you’ll find six
of our garden areas have been
renovated or upgraded in the
last year including the certified
Backyard Wildlife Habitat.
Along with extensive care being
given to the mature specimens
in this historic botanical garden, ten new species of palm were introduced. Our nearly century
old trees and new plantings will be showcased in 2017 as Naples Zoo welcomes the national
conference of the Association of Zoological Horticulture.
Florida to Namibia, Africa. Every grade COLLABORATIVE CONSERVATION
from kindergarten through fifth will
now have this same kind of opportunity In addition to SSP participation and other efforts to help wildlife populations outside the
to learn from professional animal care wild, Naples Zoo continues to be nationally recognized for its high level of commitment to saving
staff and leading conservationists. animals in the wild as well. Last year, the Zoo contributed over half a million dollars to these
efforts ranging from our local panthers to the majestic lions of the African plains. Our programs
FLORIDA’S FELINES are coordinated with at least one field partner with an established and respected presence to have
lasting impact to provide better futures for both people and wildlife. You can meet some of these
In cooperation with the US Fish passionate conservationists at our Speaker Series (www.napleszoo.org/speakers).
and Wildlife Service and the Florida
Fish and Wildlife Conservation All this only happens when caring people like you are involved so please join us at ZOObilee!
Commission, Naples Zoo created a Tickets begin at just $125 and range up to $500 including extra amenities like an exclusive offsite
permanent home for a local panther patron party the week after ZOObilee. Special pricing is available for Naples Zoo members
that was blinded by a shotgun blast. and you can play a bigger role by becoming a sponsor. To order tickets or for information on
These efforts were just recognized with a sponsorships, please call 239.262.5409 ext. 145 and visit www.napleszoo.org/zoobilee. We’re all
national award from the AZA. Equally looking forward to seeing you here!
important, we also built a temporary
rehabilitation area to care for wild Far from the simple menageries of the past, today’s nationally accredited zoos are centers of learning
panthers behind this public exhibit. In and natural crossroads for biologists, educators, environmental scientists, and researchers - as well as
just the first year,our professional animal for students, conservationists, and all animal lovers. Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is an award-
care team including our veterinarian has winning, private 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving wildlife and families here and around the world. More
already cared for two orphaned panther information at www.napleszoo.org.
kittens in this new facility. That same
high level of care has also helped many PHOTO BY LARRY RICHARDSON
