Baby Swamp Monkey delights Zoo Guests

Anderson the baby swamp monkey investigates a spinach leaf before munching on it.

If you're looking nonstop action, look no further than the swamp monkey exhibit in the African Journey, where 6-month-old Anderson is on the move.

"He loves to bother his sister [3-year-old Calvin] and get her in trouble," says Zoo Keeper Whitney Johnson.  "But their mother usually steps in if things get out of hand."

Born in January, the baby was named Anderson because he and Zoo Director Jim Anderson share a birthday.

"It's been interesting to watch the group dynamics in the family," says Johnson.  Anderson and Calvin share the spacious new exhibit with mom Bree and dad Bangi.

Because swamp monkeys are one of the few monkeys who enjoy water, their new exhibit has an extensive water feature.  "Calvin likes to dip her feet into the water, but we haven't seen anyone swimming in there yet," Johnson says.

Spend some time observing the swamp monkey family on your next visit!

Coming Up

July 1-31
Early Bird Hours  Members Only!
The zoo opens at 8:00 a.m. for Members Only.  Note: Buildings and concessions open at 9:00 a.m.; rides open at 10:00 a.m.

July 8
Wild Wednesday Members Only!
The zoo is open until 7:00 p.m. for Members Only.  Last admission 7:00 p.m.  Rides and buildings remain open until 7:30 p.m.; Members may remain on grounds until 8:00 p.m.

July 10
Backstage Pass
Step behind the gates that say "Employees Only" to see what happens backstage at the zoo. Take a tour of the Zoo Diet Kitchen, peer into the 17,000 gallon fish tank from the Aquarium workroom, and chat with zoo keepers during special presentations. Tours run continuously from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free with zoo admission.

July 20
Zoo Loo Au Members Only!
Join us for a day of food and fun!  Show your membership Card and Photo ID and get your FREE Meal and ride tickets under the tents on the picnic grounds, adjacent to the zoo entrance. Picnic meal (hot dog, chips, drinks, frozen treat) served 11:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.  Special performances on the picnic grounds at 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, and 4:00 p.m.  Click here for more information.

July 29
Grossology 101
Slime, mucus, and dookie are just a few of the gross things we encounter every day at the zoo.  How much do you know about the field of grossology?  Come and find out!  10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free with zoo admission.

August 6
Jelani's Birthday
Help us celebrate Jelani the giraffe's birthday!  Sign Jelani's giraffe-sized birthday card, watch as keepers deliver a special birthday treat, and join our "Happy Birthday" sing-along.  10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Free with zoo admission.

August 12
Wild Wednesday Members Only!
The zoo is open until 7:00 p.m. for Members Only.  Last admission 7:00 p.m.  Rides and buildings remain open until 7:30 p.m.; Members may remain on grounds until 8:00 p.m.

Not a Member?  Zoo Membership is the best family entertainment value in town!  Click here for details.

Z-Tips for Green Living By making smart choices, you can make the world greener and help wild animals.  Here are some ideas to get you started: Beginner: Use both sides of a piece of paper when printing Amateur: Use rechargeable batteries Pro: Pull garden weeds by hand instead of using chemicals  You can make a difference!

Hours and Prices

The zoo is open every day from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until October 11, 2009. 
The African Journey exhibit is NOW OPEN!

Admission is $12.00 for adults, $8.00 for children age 2-14 and $10.00 for seniors age 60 and over. Babies age one and under and Zoo Society Members are admitted free.

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