We love a reason to celebrate our hardworking staff here at BPZOO. Today is International Zoo and Aquarium Educators Day. Our incredible educators are committed to engaging and empowering our community to connect with wildlife 🐘, love nature🌳 and take action for conservation🌎.

Coscoroba swans are native to southern South America and are the smallest swan species (8-10 lbs). Although they are called a swan, recent genetic studies have revealed they are an intermediate (genetic link) between swans and true geese or even between swans and whistling ducks.

Well - what do you think? Is Sandy's second baby a girl or a boy? Sandy and Bernardo's first offspring was a male (you know him as Ziggy). This cutie is one of 77 Hoffman's two-toed sloths at 34 AZA accredited facilities.

The sounds of the rainforest. Here's a great look at golden-headed lion tamarins, Leo and Luda, seen here foraging and vocalizing. These stunning callitrichids weigh only 15-25 ounces and are found only in an extremely small section of Brazil.

A purrrfect look at Sylvie, one of two Canada lynx here at the Zoo. #DYK In smaller cat species, such as cheetahs, cougars, lynx, ocelots, and servals the voice box is rigid, and capable of producing a purr sound.

These supremely camouflaged birds may not be easy to see, but they can definitely be heard. The whinnies and trills of this tiny owl will certainly catch your attention. Sherlock the #screechowl demonstrates to our guests and students how well they blend into their environment.

Art Gone Wild is a BPZOO holiday tradition that showcases original artwork created by our talented animals. The online auction is running now through December 15th and includes over 35 one-of-a-kind animal paintings! Let the friendly bidding begin 🎨🖌 events.handbid.com/auctions/art-g…

Attention Members! Grab those last minute gifts at the Northwoods Gift Store for the animal-lover in your life. If you spend $75* from Saturday, December 10th through Saturday, December 24th, you will receive a FREE ride punch card 🚂 ($25 value)! *Sale items do not apply.

Ornaments painted by red pandas!? YES PLEASE! Proceeds from Art Gone Wild support the Zoo's education and conservation programs. Check out the amazing artwork 🎨🐾 events.handbid.com/auctions/art-g…

Hello in there! Julio the #pygmymarmoset is foraging through the leaves in search of his favorite food items. Bananas, blueberries and corn are at the top of the list.

Good morning from Copper, waiting patiently for his breakfast. As the smallest member of the Canidae family, this furry guy weighs just three pounds! The largest is the gray wolf, which can reach 150 pounds. #fennecfox #funfact #patienceisavirtue

In the Northern Hemisphere, Winter Solstice occurs at 4:48pm. Today is the shortest day and longest night of the year. The winter season is the time of stillness and a time for rest and renewal - demonstrated by Riley here.

Merry Christmas from all of us at BPZOO! 🎅🐾

Calling all 13-17 year-olds! 🚨 DEADLINE IS JANUARY 6th 🚨 bpzoo.org/volunteer/coun…

Moooove over 2022! #happynewyear #daisy #boopsnoot #heritagebreed #randalllinebackcow

When mom tries to sleep in, but the baby is ready to go.

Anyone's New Year's resolution to eat more healthy greens? Tilly the #boxturtle loves her kale and broccoli!

It's January so that means one thing for Chewie. Chilean pudu shed their spike antlers annually. His antlers will begin to grow again in preparation for the upcoming breeding season. #DYK As a full grown male, Chewie weighs just 22 lbs. Pudu are the world's smallest deer species.

River otters are social, inquisitive, and playful critters so they wasted no time finding their fish inside this enrichment item. The river otter's caretakers provide multiple forms of cognitive enrichment throughout the day to keep them stimulated and engaged.

Look at that belly! This photo was taken in September right before Pepper gave birth. Pepper and her mate, Jack, have now added NINE offspring to the bearded emperor tamarin population. Look for this record holding family inside the Rainforest building.