Tropical Beauties

It's spring, and the orchids are in bloom in the rain forest!   Zoo keeper Kim Weldon pointed out that there are four orchid plants flowering in the jungle this week:

Phalaenopsis luedemania var hieroglyphica Yellow with stripes	Phalaenopsis amabalis Pure white blooms
Phaius tankerville Orange with purple fringe	Encyclia hybrid Cluster of tiny purple flowers

Weldon starts the orchids in the building's basement under special lights, then brings them into the jungle just as they are ready to bloom.

These lovely orchids are part of the largest family of flowering plants on Earth.  There are 22,000 different species of orchids worldwide, with up to 800 species discovered every year.  Orchids grow mainly in tropical areas, but they live in nearly every habitat - even near Antarctica!  Take the time to appreciate these tropical beauties on your next trek through the rain forest.

Bring your sleeping bag and spend a Wild Night at the zoo.

Spend a Wild Night at the Zoo!

Pack your sleeping bag and set out for a WILD family adventure!  Take an after-dark hike through the zoo, help put some animals to "bed," and snuggle up for some family time in the aquarium gallery.  The next Family Wild Night is May 22!  Click here for more information, or register online here.  Questions?  Contact Susie at 260-427-6808 or education@kidszoo.org.

Ballet on the Plaza Sunday

Enjoy the Fort Wayne Ballet Youth Company's performance of the ballet Alice in Wonderland on the Australian Adventure Plaza Sunday, May 17 at 1:00 & 3:00 p.m.

75% off May 14-17

The Wild Things Gift Shop is having a tent sale!  Take 75% off original prices in the Liquidation Tent next to the zoo entrance.  Hurry, sale prices are good only while supplies last.

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: Borrow books from the library or friends rather than buying new Amateur: Buy in bulk to reduce packaging Pro: Collect rainwater and use it to water your lawn and garden  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 opens on June 6.

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.

For more information visit our web site.

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