61. To Touch The Untouchable Dream such as those roaming the South african bush were only found in zoos. On the other hand, Ed, who was sighted until his early 40s, visited zoos and http://www.nfb.org/books/kernel1/kern1502.htm

To Touch the Untouchable Dream by Toni and Ed Eames Toni and Ed Eames are active members of the National Federation of the Blind and long-time leaders in our special interest division for guide dog users. They are recognized experts in the whole area of assistance dogs for the disabled and write a regular column for Dog World. Recently their lifelong interest in animals took them on a very special expedition to the African bush. Here is their story: The dreamlike quality of this encounter with wild animals in the African bush was reinforced as members of our delegation described the scene in barely audible whispers. Everyone seemed to hold his/her breath as an adult female lion sauntered alongside our vehicle and crossed the road in front of us. At one point she was no more than eight feet away. This encounter with lions was just one of many memorable experiences we had during our two-day visit at Exeter Game Lodge in South Africa. While crashing through the bush, "bundu bashing" as the locals call it, we came almost in touching distance of leopards, zebras, giraffes, elephants, and hundreds of impala (small deer on the bottom of the feeding chain). What gave these adventures a dreamlike quality was the inability to touch or hear these animals. Except for the time when Ed climbed down from the Land Rover to feel the footprint left by a lion who had recently strolled by, the reality of the situation was filtered through the descriptions of our sighted friends.

62. Swaziland Elephants Latest US Zoo Import of african Elephants Challenged The San Diego Zoo claims that these african elephants come from a managed http://www.bornfree.org.uk/elefriends/news030403.htm

NEWS PROJECTS EDUCATION GET INVOLVED ... EXTRAS U.S. Zoo Import of African Elephants Challenged SAN DIEGO, California - Charging that the San Diego Zoo and the Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa, Florida plan to import 11 wild African elephants from Swaziland in violation of U.S. and international endangered species laws, an international coalition of wildlife conservation and animal protection organizations has sent formal notice to the zoos, demanding that they surrender the federal permits authorizing the imports or face legal action. The notice, sent on March 26, challenges the import of seven elephants to San Diego and four to Lowry Park. The 10 to 12 year old elephants are protected by both the U.S. Endangered Species Act and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES). The imports would mark the first time in over a decade that African elephants will be removed from the wild and sold to U.S. zoos for exhibition. Elephants currently at San Diego zoo The zoos want the young elephants for U.S. captive breeding programs that will ensure a future supply of elephants - particularly baby elephants, who are extremely popular with zoo visitors - for public exhibition, the coalition says. These captive bred elephants are not intended for reintroduction into the wild. While the San Diego Zoo is paying the modest sum of $85,000 for seven elephants, and the Lowry Zoo is paying $48,000 for four, this is an enormous amount of money in Swaziland.

63. Saving Wildlife Home What do hot sauce aficionados and african elephants have in common? according to a study by the Bronx Zoo based Wildlife Conservation Society. http://www.wcs.org/

The Wildlife Conservation Society saves wildlife and wild lands through careful science, international conservation, education, and the management of the world’s largest system of urban wildlife parks. These activities change attitudes toward nature and help people imagine wildlife and humans living in sustainable interaction on both a local and a global scale. WCS is committed to this work because we believe it essential to the integrity of life on Earth. Tour WCS Websites Take an online tour International Conservation Africa Asia Latin America Marine Conservation ... North America Education Programs Learning about nature More News Visit the Press Room Vote Now for the Spicy Solution Adopt A Tiger! Adopt a Jaguar! ... Thar She Blows! The White Giraffe! What do an African researcher and the fictional character Captain Ahab have in common? Both were searching for a legendary white beast, and whereas Ahab searched for his white whale, Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) researcher Charles Foley soughtand finally foundhis white giraffe. Read More > Wildlife Conservation Society Announces Advisory Council For Conservation Lands in Tierra Del Fuego Read More > Read More > Ways to Get Involved Take Action Membership Donate Volunteer Mailing List Stay in touch Job Center Available Positions Publications Find out more Member Only Area Login here Our Mission Around the Globe WCS in New York ... Click here

64. Animal Fact Sheets african Lion Panthera leo Woodland Park Zoo s lions live in the zoo s awardwinning african Savanna. If the lions are not visible anywhere in their http://www.zoo.org/educate/fact_sheets/savana/af_lion.htm

back African Lion Panthera leo Along with all other cats, African lions are in the order Carnivora and the family Felidae. Felidae has 18 genera and 36 species.* Lions and other big cats such as tigers, leopards and jaguars, are in the genus Panthera African lions live in Senegal east to Somalia, East Africa, Angola, northern Namibia and from Kalahari east to Mozambique and northern Natal. Prides on the Serengeti maintain and fiercely defend home ranges of 8-160 square miles (21- 414 sq. km). Some lions are nomadic and range an area of up to 1,600 square miles (4,144 sq. km). If you like this animal and find it particularly fascinating you can adopt it Habitat Their primary habitat is grassy plains, savanna and open woodlands. Physical Characteristics The head and body of males measure from 5.6-8.3 feet (1.7 - 2.5 m) in length. The tail adds an extra 3 - 3.5 feet (0.9 -1.1 m) in length. They stand approximately 4 feet (1.2 m) at the shoulder. Female African lions are 4.6-6 feet (1.4 -1.8 m) in length, with a equally long tail. Females are also shorter, approximately 3.5 feet (1.1 m) at the shoulder. Male African lions weigh between 330 -550 pounds (150 -250 kg), while females weigh between 264 - 400 pounds (120 -181 kg).

65. African Rift Valley Exhibit Page Information on the african Rift Valley exhibit, animals, interactive exhibits, happenings, rentals, african play village and more! http://www.cmzoo.org/africanriftvalley.html

C HEYENNE M OUNTAIN Z OO Wildly Interactive! Colobus monkeys in ARV African Play Village All About ARValley Baobab Tree ... Zoo Journal-your learning safari Colobus Monkeys Make Swingin’ a Fun Time You feel like you could swing right along with those incredible black and white aerialists, they make it look so easy! Colobus monkeys – with their beautiful black and white fur and unbelievable grace – are often seen gliding along in towering trees, using branches as trampolines to get liftoff for leaps of up to 50 feet. And you can see these sensational primates in their high-rise exhibit in the Zoo’s African Rift Valley. An interesting feature of the new exhibit is the inclusion of two African ground hornbills, a favorite of visitors. The addition of the ground birds is experimental. The natural curiosity of the colobus and the “howdy friend” attitude of the hornbills are sure to produce an entertaining dynamic. If the species take a liking to each other, the living arrangement may become permanent. Native to west central and east Africa, black and white colobus monkeys are endangered in the wild. Their pelts are routinely used for tribal rituals and their meat is a source of protein for the region’s human inhabitants. Other colobus predators include the leopard and the crowned hawk eagle. Colobus are generally easy-going; social grooming is a major adult activity. Colobus derived their name from the Greek word meaning “mutilated one” because, unlike other monkeys, they do not have thumbs. As close to Africa as you’ll get without a passport!

66. Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo Omaha s Henry Doorly Zoo is a world class zoo that promotes conservation awareness a native South african biologist and conservationist to roar three http://www.omahazoo.com/

Click Here for more Zoo news Click Here for Zoo News Archives What's New at the Zoo? Hubbard Orangutan Forest Phase Two Swings into Action! Two orangutans have moved into their new, 3,292 square foot exhibit in Hubbard Orangutan Forest. The environment is complete with a waterfall, pond, three man-made trees each weighing about 20,000 pounds and over 2,000 feet of man made vine to swing up to the top of the 40' 4" tall exhibit. Covered by two skylights totaling 1,587 square feet and decorated with colorful murals, this exhibit not only pleases the orangutans and langurs, but the visitor as well. The new section of Hubbard Orangutan Forest has 3,218 new square feet of space to watch these apes and langurs. Separating the visitors from the orangutans are several 3/4 thick glass windows weighing up to 1,700 pounds each including a 5' bubble that allows visitors to "pop" into the orangutan's environment. Swing over to Hubbard Orangutan Forest and watch as the orangutans climb to their new heights in their indoor exhibit. Adrenaline Rush - Now Playing at the IMAX!

67. African Savanna Animal Facts - National Zoo| FONZ Learn about giraffes, zebras, lions, and other african animals. Brought to you by the National Zoo FONZ. http://nationalzoo.si.edu/Animals/AfricanSavanna/afsavfact.cfm

Home Animals, etc. African Savanna African Savanna: ... Indoor Giraffe Cam Related Resources Great Apes and Other Primates Great Cats Small Mammals Adopt a cheetah , giraffe, hippo, lion, or another African animal. The National Zoo Store Online offers an array of books, educational games, and more related to the African Savanna. Visit the Smithsonian's African Art Museum Fun Facts About African Savanna Animals Links to fact sheets below The African savanna teems with hoofed mammals, such as gazelles, antelopes, and buffalo. Hoofed mammals, or ungulates, range nearly worldwide, and the majority of large mammals that live on the ground are ungulates. All ungulates have hooves designed for fast movement, and their digestive systems have adapted to feeding on large quantities of relatively non-nutritious vegetation, like grasses, leaves, flowers, seeds, and tree fruits. The tongue of the giraffe (Giraffa camelopardalis) , an artiodactyl, measures up to 21 inches in length.

68. African Savanna Conservation And Science - National Zoo| FONZ David Wildt, Jo Gayle Howard, and their colleagues study the reproduction of endangered cheetahs and have pioneered methods of assisted reproduction in this http://nationalzoo.si.edu/Animals/AfricanSavanna/afsavstudy.cfm

Home Animals, etc. African Savanna African Savanna: ... Indoor Giraffe Cam Related Resources Conservation GIS Tropical Ecosystems Endangered Species Science Reproductive Science ... Adopt a cheetah , giraffe, hippo, lion, or another African animal. The National Zoo Store Online offers an array of books, educational games, and more related to the African Savanna. Visit the Smithsonian's African Art Museum African Savanna Conservation and Science Cheetahs David Wildt, Jo Gayle Howard, and their colleagues study the reproduction of endangered cheetahs and have pioneered methods of assisted reproduction in this species. Conservation of Antelope in Sub-Saharan Africa Steven Monfort is leading efforts to study antelope reproduction and assess antelope numbers in this region, with the goal of reintroduction. Species include scimitar-horned oryx, dama gazelle, and addax. Kori Bustards Sara Hallager is studying kori bustards to improve reproduction in these birds in zoos.

69. WOZA AFRICA A number of african zoo directors were able to attend PAAZAB conferences and were consequently “WOZA AFRICA the african Zoo and Aquarium Renaissance”. http://www.paazab.com/woza_africa.htm

07 June 2005 Recent WOZA Africa Activities Uganda Trip Report Abidjan Zoo Thanks PAAZAB Lubumbashi, DRC WOZA Africa Update 2005 As presented at WAZA AGM 2005 Click here to download WOZA Africa The African Zoo and Aquarium Renaissance of the African Association of Zoos and Aquaria (PAAZAB) D R Morgan A E Eriksen Introduction A total of 55 nation states and island groupings have been identified as falling within the geographical parameters that PAAZAB has defined in its constitution as falling within its ambit. This represents the largest single regional landmass grouping of any zoo/aquarium association in the world In the early 1990s PAAZAB inaugurated its Outreach Africa project. The primary intention of this initiative was to assist the Association in its pan-African mission and extend its influence and activity basis into African countries north of the Zambezi River. Various approaches to this mission were considered. The primary strategy adopted was the invitation to and sponsorship of, senior zoo personnel from facilities in Central and North Africa in their attendance of PAAZAB annual general meetings held in South Africa. Sponsorship funds were solicited from institutions in the USA to facilitate this end.

70. African Savanna Zoo Exhibits Map - african Elephants Animal Behavior 2002, 2003 The Toledo Zoo PO Box 140130 Toledo, Ohio 43614 419.385.5721 http://www.toledozoo.org/plantsanimals/pa_africansavanna.html

Welcome Note Zoo History Vision and Mission Travel with the Zoo ... Home African Savanna The African Savanna brings animals and visitors closer together as these magnificent creatures live in their simulated, natural environments. The African Savanna does not have barred cages or concrete enclosures. The animals are free to roam throughout their spacious, landscaped exhibits. While in the African Savanna, come nose to nose with our hippos in the worlds first underwater, filtered , which was featured in National Geographic and rated in USA Today Weekend as one of the country's best animal exhibits. We are proud to announce that Renee gave birth to a male calf just minutes before midnight on April 30, 2003. Mom and calf have bonded well and can be seen together in the African Savanna. The name Louie was chosen for the calf in a naming contest as a tribute to renowned Toledo Zoo elephant keeper Louis Scherer.

71. Elephants Adult african elephants reach a length of 1824 feet and a height of 10-13 feet. Here at The Toledo Zoo, our elephants eat hay (2000 bales per year), http://www.toledozoo.org/plantsanimals/pa_ele_about.html

Welcome Note Zoo History Vision and Mission Travel with the Zoo ... Home About African Elephants Toledo Zoo Elephants more info more info Breeding more info more info more info more info Elephant Conservation more info more info more info more info About African Elephants more info more info more info Common Name: African Elephant Scientific Name: Loxodonta africana Pachyderm Profile The African elephant is the largest living land mammal, with its relative, the Asian or Indian elephant, coming in a close second. Adult African elephants reach a length of 18-24 feet and a height of 10-13 feet. They weigh in at 8,800-15,500 pounds. Maximum size is reached at around 25 years of age. Habitat African elephants are native to a wide variety of habitats, including semi-desert scrub, open savannas and dense forest regions. However, whereas elephants once ranged throughout Africa, they are now mostly confined to parks and reserves south of the Sahara Desert. Only about 20% of their range is under some form of protection.

72. AZA's Web Portal A total of 31 penguin keepers and curators from 19 AZA zoos and aquariums traveled to South Africa during the summer of 2000 to help lead the effort to http://www.azasweb.com/default.aspx?tabid=83

73. Caribbean Gardens: African Wild Dogs The zoo s plan for the african Oasis region began in 1996 with a new impala antelope exhibit. Since then we ve been adding more species like the greater http://www.caribbeangardens.com/New/Wild-Dogs.htm

Zoo Opens Exhibit for Predator More Endangered Than Tigers On December 27th, 2001 Caribbean Gardens: The ZOO in Naples premiered a new African wild dog exhibit. Currently less than two percent of American zoos display these colorful African predators also known as Cape hunting dogs. With less than 5,000 wild dogs in Africa and less than 80 in America they are more endangered than tigers. Caribbean Gardens is now the only zoo in Florida where guests can see all four of Africa's top predators including lions, spotted hyenas, leopards, and wild dogs. The highly endangered wild dogs are the highlight of the zoo's the latest expansion to the African Oasis region in the garden. In addition to the renovated exhibit for the wild dogs, the zoo is premiering a new viewing area between the wild dogs and antelope exhibit where guests can peek in on the zebra and kudu without any mesh or barriers. The zoo's plan for the African Oasis region began in 1996 with a new impala antelope exhibit. "Since then we've been adding more species like the greater kudu antelope and plains zebras," explains David Tetzlaff, the zoo's director. "In the past couple years, we added the Crested porcupines, Sulcata tortoises, and African grey parrots. The goal is to help zoo guests better understand how all these different animals are connected."

74. New African Lion (On Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays, John, the zoo’s other african lion, Makonnan african Lion, ma, Makonnan african Lion, Brookfield Zoo veterinarian http://www.brookfieldzoo.org/pagegen/generate.asp?pageid=1209

75. Knoxville Zoo Frequently Asked Questions The african Elephants, Mamie, Jana Ellie and Tonka are accomplished artists and can paint with their trunks. American Zoo and Aquarium Association http://www.knoxville-zoo.org/faq.htm

76. Did You Know? Knoxville Zoo Fun Facts The african Elephants, Mamie, Jana, Edie and Tonka are accomplished artists and can paint with their trunks. American Zoo and Aquarium Association http://www.knoxville-zoo.org/didyouknow.htm

home sitemap contact us Search Visit the Zoo Learn About Animals About the Zoo ... Zoo Store Did you Know? Media Relations Manager William Becker Telephone: (865) 637-5331, ext. 353 wbecker@knoxville-zoo.org Fun facts about Knoxville Zoo Did you know? Knoxville Zoo is the Red Panda Capital of the World, having the greatest success in breeding and survival of baby Red Pandas. In 2003, the zoo celebrated the birth of two pandas bringing the total of babies born in Knoxville to 80 since 1978. Did you know? There are more than 800 animals at Knoxville Zoo and the food budget for the year exceeds $180,000. Weekly, the animals consume 9,614 lbs. of hay, 327 bananas, 832 lbs. of meat, 42 heads of lettuce, 2,517 lbs. of grain and lots of greens. That is one large grocery bill! Did you know?

77. German Zoo Scandal: 'African Village' Accused Of Putting Humans On Display - Int It was supposed to be an innocent celebration of african culture but it has turned into a public relations disaster for the southern German town of http://service.spiegel.de/cache/international/0,1518,359799,00.html

German Site Home Politik Wirtschaft Panorama Sport Kultur Netzwelt Wissenschaft UniSPIEGEL Reise Auto DER SPIEGEL English Site Schlagzeilen Wetter Forum Archiv Dossiers Newsletter Shop Abo Spiegel TV KulturSPIEGEL Leserbriefe Marktplatz Today Newsletter SPIEGEL Magazine English Site June 9, 2005 Print Send this article Feedback GERMAN ZOO SCANDAL 'African Village' Accused of Putting Humans on Display By Charles Hawley It was supposed to be an innocent celebration of African culture but it has turned into a public relations disaster for the southern German town of Augsburg. The town's "African Village" festival this weekend is located in the city zoo. But how racist can you get, critics are asking? The African Village festival in the Augsburg zoo perpetuates racism say many. Medhat Abdelati was completely blindsided by the media blitz and public outrage. The Egyptian head of the German event-planning company maxVita GmbH has thrown numerous African festivals in recent years in both Vienna, Austria and Munich, Germany, and had come to think of himself as a bit of an expert in such celebrations of Dark Continent culture. Why should his new project turn out any differently? He should have known better. This time around, his festival, which opens on Thursday and is scheduled to continue throughout the weekend, has turned into an ostrich-sized international egg on the face of the southern German town of Augsburg. Why? The "African Village" event is innocuous enough it brings together food stands, traditional crafts, basket weavers and hair braiders for the kids. The problem this time, is that is being held, of all places, in the heart of the Augsburg Zoo. Grass huts and "African" culture are nestled between the monkey cage and the Savannah exhibit an uncomfortable juxtaposition for many.

78. Gillian Anderson Asks Chicago Zoo To Place African Elephants In A Sanctuary As PETA feared, three african elephants from the San Diego zoo, who were shipped amid controversy to Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago in April, are in terrible http://www.savewildelephants.com/gillian.asp

Update: May 20, 2005 Prosecutors Launch Investigation of Lincoln Park Zoo In addition, the zoo admitted that it had amputated the arm of a young gibbon, a small ape native to Southeast Asia, after he reportedly injured his arm reaching through an exhibit fence and that a newborn marmoset had drowned. Update: May 13, 2005 More Careless Animal Deaths at Lincoln Park Zoo: Three Monkeys Are the Latest Casualties Three Francois langurs have died at Lincoln Park Zoo, the latest in a string of deaths that includes beloved elephants Tatima, Peaches, and Wankie, at least two gorillas, and a camel. Whistleblowers tell PETA of other mysterious animal deaths that the zoo has kept quiet, including a newborn marmoset who allegedly drowned when an inexperienced keeper failed to drain a pool to ensure the safety of the animals. Evidence suggests that negligence on the part of zoo staff, as well as poor management, has contributed to the deaths of several animals at the zoo. The zoo has a responsibility, as well as a legal obligation, to provide its animals with humane living conditions, adequate veterinary care, appropriate shelter from inclement weather, and an environment free of hazards. The zoo has repeatedly failed to provide these fundamental necessities to its animals. Ask the Cook County state's attorney to launch an investigation and pursue charges against the zoo Update: May 1, 2005

79. African Groove At The Open Range Zoo Werribee Open Range Zoo s Rhythm of Africa offers visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in a complete african experience with music, food, http://www.zoo.org.au/goto.cfm?p=764

80. Welcome To The L.A. Zoo LA Zoo To Transfer african Elephant To Knoxville Zoo. GENERAL INFORMATION Asian elephants are an endangered species; african elephants are a threatened http://www.lazoo.org/pressroomarticle.asp?id=26

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