When we in Lee Richardson Zoo’s education center give interactive programs to schoolchildren, one of the first topics we teach them about is the four things all animals need to survive. By the end of our time together, the kids can repeat and remember that ‘food, water, shelter, and space’ are essential to all animal life.
If you’ve been to Lee Richardson Zoo lately, you may have seen a sign on the door of the Safari Shoppe saying renovations are underway. Friends of Lee Richardson Zoo (FOLRZ) has been hard at work getting ready for a new season.
As the days get warmer and the weather becomes less grey, we all hope spring is near. Although the official start of spring is not until the spring equinox, on the 20th of March, animals, plants, and people are starting to prepare for the warm breath of spring. Many students and teachers alike look forward to a chance to spend time outside without classes, and it just so happens that right around spring’s official start is the week of spring break.
Did you know Lee Richardson Zoo features the world’s only species of venomous primate?
According to The North American Invasive Species Management Association (NAISMA), National Invasive Species Awareness Week (NISAW) is an international event to raise awareness about invasive species, the threat they can pose, and what can be done to prevent their spread. The week takes place during the last week of February, this year, running from Feb. 24 - 28.
Looking for a way to spend time with your loved ones over Valentine’s Day and Presidents’ Day weekend this year?
For many fans of professional football, the second Sunday in February is the most important day of the year. It’s the day of the climactic NFL championship game, the Super Bowl. It so happens that this Sunday is also important to fans of nocturnal predatory birds, as it is also “Superb Owl Sunday”.
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. It’s a holiday that’s all about acknowledging the love you feel for others. Often, we give flowers, chocolates, candy, or another gift to that special someone. When you’re selecting that special item, there are a few things to keep in mind.
Excitement is building in the Conservation Awareness Team at Lee Richardson Zoo as we are approaching Kansas Day.
While the weather outside may not be the most inviting this time of year, it might actually be one of the best times to see many of the animals. Some animals, like the lemurs and the flamingos, prefer to hunker down inside, away from the bluster and cold.