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From Ethyl to Edgar

From Ethyl to Edgar You might have noticed that Edgar the Marabou Stork isn’t behind the giraffe anymore. No, Edgar didn’t fly away nor is he hiding from you! This winged friend took a few steps over to his new home on the Savanna. Since he’s moving in wit ... Read More

Peacock Café

Peacock Café is Here! Needing a little pep in your step as you start your Zoo journey? You’re in luck: Peacock Café is officially open! With delicious coffee and treats, you’re sure to start your visit off on the right paw. Menu: Co ... Read More

10 Steps Through The Australian Aviary

I had just left the Kangaroo exhibit. To my left, I saw a small blue plaque that read “Walk-Through Aviary.” I knew an aviary meant an enclosure for birds but I wasn’t sure if it was worth it. However, no one else was in there. Every other exhibit was crowded with eager children in chunky stro ... Read More

Four Things to Remember on Reef Awareness Day

Four Things to Remember on Reef Awareness Day Sea turtles, starfish, mollusks, oh my! Called the rainforests of the seas, coral reefs support a diversity of marine life; however, many reefs are being damaged, and marine species are losing their homes. You can help save life under ... Read More

Raising Helmeted Curassow Chicks

It may take a village to raise a baby, but in our case, it takes a Zoo to raise Helmeted Curassow chicks. Zoo staff were thrilled when they discovered two, cream-colored objects laying among the Helmeted Curassow’s habitat.  Boyaca and Ande, the Fort Wayne Children Zoo’s male and female Helm ... Read More

Meet the Cownose Stingray

Its square and indented snout looks like a cow nose! The cownose stingray is known for their mass migrations, but you can visit them at the Fort Wayne Children’s at the Stingray Bay! Flying like birds under the water, these cownose rays move with the waves! Here are some fun facts to help you get ... Read More

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