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New Orleans zoo’s near-threatened maned wolves have 4 pupsopens in new window
Near-threatened maned wolves brought to New Orleans to breed have done just that, and are rearing four puppies, the Audubon Zoo announced Thursday.
03
Mar
2022
apnews.com
‘Baby boot camp’ exercises critically endangered orangutanopens in new window
The 2-month-old critically endangered orangutan, still so tiny that infant-sized diapers hung loosely in front of his belly, clung tightly to a caretaker’s fingers as she lifted him gently from her lap.
24
Feb
2022
apnews.com
Best name for cute baby orangutan: Rudy, Roux or Maymuun?opens in new window
The zoo in New Orleans is asking fans of endangered orangutans to help name the baby Sumatran orangutan born on Christmas Eve 2021.
09
Feb
2022
apnews.com
Baby orangutan being bottle-fed, which intrigues othersopens in new window
The endangered Sumatran orangutan infant at New Orleans’ zoo is being bottle-fed because his mother wasn’t producing enough milk. The still unnamed baby was being tube-fed as well, but the tube was removed Jan. 13, Audubon Zoo spokeswoman Annie Kinler Matherne said Wednesday.
19
Jan
2022
apnews.com
Endangered orangutan in New Orleans has 1 healthy babyopens in new window
A critically endangered Sumatran orangutan in New Orleans has given birth to a healthy male baby, but his twin brother died in the womb, officials at the Audubon Zoo said Monday.
27
Dec
2021
apnews.com
New Orleans Audubon Zoo welcomes rescued young jaguaropens in new window
The New Orleans Audubon Zoo has taken in a 7-month-old female jaguar that was rescued from wildlife trafficking, zoo officials announced.
18
Nov
2021
apnews.com
Endangered orangutan in New Orleans expecting twinsopens in new window
A critically endangered Sumatran orangutan in New Orleans is pregnant with twins, the zoo in New Orleans announced Thursday.
21
Oct
2021
apnews.com
Zoo and aquarium weather the storm safely and even welcome a newborn animal during Idaopens in new window
Bob Lessnau, the Audubon Zoo’s curator of animals, rode out Hurricane Ida with 35 staff members at the Uptown New Orleans institution. When the power went out, generators provided emergency electricity. It was a tense few hours, as the wind and rain roared past.
09
Sep
2021
www.nola.com
Endangered tapir born at zoo in New Orleansopens in new window
Audubon Zoo's three-year-old Baird's tapir, Ixchel, has given birth to her first offspring. lxchel's male calf was born on July 2 and is thriving.
19
Jul
2021
www.usatoday.com
Rare whooping cranes raised for wild as COVID rules relaxopens in new window
A year after pandemic precautions all but halted work to raise the world’s most endangered cranes for release into the wild, the efforts are back in gear.
14
Jul
2021
apnews.com
What’s it like to touch a shark? Find out at Audubon Aquarium’s newest exhibitopens in new window
The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas is inviting guests to get up close and personal with sharks and stingrays in a new exhibit opening at the beginning of July.
23
Jun
2021
www.nola.com
Mini parade of rescued young sea turtles released into Gulfopens in new window
A small parade of rescued young sea turtles has headed into the Gulf of Mexico from Louisiana — a bright note in a tough season for sea turtles.
17
Mar
2021
apnews.com
After almost dying, long rehab in New Orleans, rare sea turtles are released on Grand Isleopens in new window
Susan Blackwell hesitated before setting a little sea turtle she called Proteus in the rolling waves along Grand Isle. “There was emotion involved because we've been with them so long," the Audubon Nature Institute volunteer said. “But it felt good because this is where they belong.”
16
Mar
2021
www.nola.com
2nd endangered orangutan baby in 2 years at New Orleans zooopens in new window
It’s cute, cuddled, red-haired, and critically endangered — and the second Sumatran orangutan born in two years at the zoo in New Orleans.
01
Mar
2021
apnews.com
After nearly freezing in New England, 30 endangered sea turtles get critical care in New Orleansopens in new window
Dozens of endangered sea turtles are thawing out and recuperating in New Orleans after the cold of New England nearly killed them.
03
Dec
2020
www.nola.com
Endangered baby gorilla born in New Orleansopens in new window
A baby gorilla was born at the zoo in New Orleans. Audubon Zoo spokeswoman Katie Smith says keepers don’t yet know the sex of the critically endangered western lowland gorilla yet.
08
Sep
2020
www.usatoday.com
Tiny critically endangered gorilla baby born in New Orleansopens in new window
A tiny baby gorilla has been born at the zoo in New Orleans
08
Sep
2020
abcnews.go.com
Louisiana Zoo Holds Baby Shower For Pregnant Gorillaopens in new window
Baby showers are all the rage at the moment, with expectant mothers worldwide being thrown more and more extravagant parties to celebrate the impending birth of their babies.
21
Aug
2020
www.unilad.co.uk
Zoo creates baby shower registry for endangered pregnant gorillaopens in new window
Audubon Zoo created a baby shower registry for an expecting gorilla -- and it's bananas!
21
Aug
2020
us.cnn.com
A critically endangered gorilla is about to be a mom, and she's using a doll for practiceopens in new window
A New Orleans zoo is preparing for a special new addition: a baby gorilla.
11
Jul
2020
www.cnn.com
Endangered Gorilla in New Orleans Expecting 1st Babyopens in new window
One of the critically endangered gorillas in the New Orleans’ zoo is expecting her first baby, and already is being trained with a “doll" to hold her future offspring.
06
Jul
2020
www.nytimes.com
Audubon Zoo partners in largest release of Louisiana pine snakes, rarest in the U.S.opens in new window
Forty-one Louisiana pine snakes have been released into the wild, marking the largest release to date of the United States’ rarest snake species.
01
Jul
2020
www.nola.com
Louisiana's Audubon Zoo Welcomes Adorable Baby Mandrill Monkeyopens in new window
The new addition to zoo’s mandrill family was born on June 3, the same day the Audubon Zoo reopened
17
Jun
2020
people.com
Rare Ocelot Kitten Born at Audubon Zoo in Louisiana: 'Mother and Kitten Are Doing Great'opens in new window
The zoo's veterinarian team expects the newborn ocelot to be ready for his public debut in about 8 weeks
10
Jun
2020
people.com
Audubon Zoo to reopen Wednesday with advance timed ticket sales and limit of 25% capacityopens in new window
Audubon Zoo will reopen to the public on Wednesday (June 3) with limited attendance and online reservations required, the Audubon Institute announced Friday.
29
May
2020
www.nola.com
Audubon and other large zoos and aquariums plead for financial helpopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute and San Diego Zoo Global did not qualify for loan money from the paycheck protection program passed by Congress since it exempted non-profits with more than 500 employees, leaving some of the largest and highest rated zoos in the country without any government assistance.
14
May
2020
www.fox8live.com
New Orleans Aquarium Names New Endangered Penguin Chick After NBA Player Zion Williamsonopens in new window
When it came time to pick a name for the newest member of their facility, the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans knew exactly what name to choose.
25
Mar
2020
people.com
New Orleans aquarium names newborn penguin after Pelicans rookie Zion Williamsonopens in new window
There's a new Zion in New Orleans. The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas announced Tuesday that their adorable newborn African penguin chick has been named Zion in honor of New Orleans Pelicans rookie standout Zion Williamson.
24
Mar
2020
www.usatoday.com
Aquarium names penguin chick after Zion Williamsonopens in new window
The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans announced Tuesday that its new penguin chick has been named Zion, after New Orleans Pelicans rookie sensation Zion Williamson.
24
Mar
2020
www.espn.com
Audubon Nature Institute launching virtual online series during temporary closingsopens in new window
Are you longing for a peek at the roaring lions at Audubon Zoo’s African Savanna exhibit? Would you rather be walking through the tunnel of Audubon Aquarium’s Great Maya Reef exhibit instead of the grocery store aisle?
19
Mar
2020
www.nolaweekend.com
Audubon Zoo's Lion Cubs Get Their First Vet Exam, Manage to Smile Through Most of Check-Upopens in new window
Here’s more concrete proof that lions are brave from an early age. The Audubon Zoo’s lion cubs, two males that have yet to be named, were born on January 11 to mom Kali and dad Arnold, both 4, according to the New Orleans zoo. The pair recently had their first check-up and managed to stay picture-perfect through the entire procedure.
02
Mar
2020
people.com
Even the Animals of New Orleans Are Celebrating Mardi Gras in Styleopens in new window
In New Orleans, opting out of the city’s legendary Mardi Gras celebration isn’t really an option, revelry is everywhere. Luckily, the animals of the Audubon Zoo aren’t interested in sitting Fat Tuesday festivities out.
25
Feb
2020
people.com
Take a first look: Lion cubs born at Audubon Zoo less than a year after opening of new lion habitatopens in new window
The Audubon Zoo is now home to two African lion cubs, the latest editions to the zoo's new lion habitat that opened early last year.
21
Jan
2020
www.nola.com
New Orleans zoo celebrates births of 2 lion cubsopens in new window
The New Orleans zoo is celebrating the birth of cubs to lions which came to the facility last year from Oregon and Illinois.
21
Jan
2020
apnews.com
Dressed in costumes, biologists release endangered cranes in Louisiana marshopens in new window
Six month old whooping cranes are about to get their first taste of the Louisiana wild. Last week, on the coldest afternoon of the fall, staff members from the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries and the Audubon Nature Institute released 11 of the endangered cranes into a large holding pen in the White Lake Wetlands Conservation southwest of Lafayette.
19
Nov
2019
www.fox8live.com
11 more endangered whooping cranes in southwest Louisianaopens in new window
Eleven young endangered whooping cranes are in southwest Louisiana, being prepared to join 69 adults in the wild.
14
Nov
2019
apnews.com
Mermaids: Eight-woman troupe splashes down at the Aquarium this weekopens in new window
Graceful, mysterious mermaids have long fascinated people in stories, poems and songs. This week, a troupe of women portraying the legendary sea creatures swims out of the storybooks and into the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, splashing down for special appearances at the Great Maya Reef.
12
Nov
2019
www.nola.com
Pelicans players and staff attend Boo at the Zoo 2019opens in new window
Several Pelicans players and staff members dressed up for Audubon Nature Institute's annual Boo at the Zoo event to celebrate Halloween.
30
Oct
2019
www.nba.com
Audubon Zoo releases rare wild snakesopens in new window
Louisiana pine snakes set free in Kisatchie National Forest
02
Oct
2019
wwl.radio.com
Audubon Nature Institute Receives National Marketing Awardopens in new window
Nearly 3,000 zoo and aquarium experts arrived in New Orleans last week for the largest, most comprehensive industry conference in the country — the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and International Marine Animal Trainer’s Association’s 2019 Annual Conference, hosted by Audubon Nature Institute.
23
Sep
2019
www.bizneworleans.com
Audubon Zoo Spotlights Latin American Culture at Celebración Latinaopens in new window
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Latin American culture will once again be in the spotlight as Celebración Latina Presented by Pan-American Life Insurance Group returns to Audubon Zoo on Sunday, Oct. 6. This year marks the 15th year this family-friendly festival has called Audubon Zoo home.
12
Sep
2019
www.myneworleans.com
Baby orangutan may venture out with mama at New Orleans zooopens in new window
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Visitors can now see the baby orangutan born less than two months ago at the New Orleans zoo, but only when her mother decides to come outdoors.
06
Sep
2019
www.apnews.com
Bulan, Audubon Zoo's new baby orangutan, is now on exhibitopens in new window
The baby Sumatran orangutan born July 17 at Audubon Zoo, is a female named Bulan, the Audubon Zoo said Thursday.
05
Sep
2019
www.nola.com
Fill-In “Lions” Help Share News Of New Pride And Encourage Cat Adoptionsopens in new window
I don’t know about you, but I love cats of all kinds. Big, small, fluffy, tall, I don’t care–I just really love cats, man. But there is something about the majestic look of lions. It’s that look that stops you dead in your tracks to marvel at their infinite beauty. The Audubon Zoo located in Uptown New Orleans, Louisiana knows just how special these big cats are. To unveil their latest return to the Big Easy’s zoo, they took to their Facebook page to share with their fans the big news!
28
Jun
2019
coleandmarmalade.com
A baby boom comes to the Audubon Institute West Bank facilityopens in new window
Michelle Hatwood trudges through a wooded area of Algiers in search of an elusive creature.
08
May
2019
www.fox8live.com
Audubon Nature Institute wins top spots in USA Today's 10Best list for best aquarium and best zooopens in new window
The votes are in, and Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Audubon Zoo are winners of the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice travel award contest.
07
May
2019
www.klfy.com
Audubon Zoo, Louisiana SPCA team up to help shelter cats find homesopens in new window
Audubon Zoo and the Louisiana SPCA are teaming up to help cats find their forever homes.
07
May
2019
www.wbrz.com
New Orleans voters overwhelmingly approve parks and recreation millageopens in new window
New Orleans voters on Saturday roundly endorsed a new financial plan for parks and recreation in the city that will boost services but not taxes.
05
May
2019
www.theadvocate.com
Party for the Planet presented by Entergy at Audubon Louisiana Nature Centeropens in new window
Party for the Planet presented by Entergy is a series of events and activities celebrating the wonders of nature held across New Orleans, March 23 to June 23.
03
Mar
2019
www.myneworleans.com
Here’s how to get free admission to the Audubon Zoo and aquarium in New Orleansopens in new window
New Orleans residents will get free admission each month to the Audubon Zoo, the Audubon Nature Institute announced Wednesday (Jan. 8). Free days also will be offered each month at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, the insectarium and the planetarium.
10
Jan
2019
www.nola.com
'Hoppy Thanksgiving' at the Insectarium!opens in new window
Check out "Hoppy Thanksgiving" this week at the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium!
21
Nov
2018
www.wdsu.com
An exclusive look at the new Audubon Zoo Lightsopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute, nationally known for creating first-class family attractions, will add another one to its list in November with the premiere of Audubon Zoo Lights, a new holiday offering.
20
Nov
2018
www.wwltv.com
Audubon Zoo gives sneak preview of Zoo Lights holiday displayopens in new window
This weekend at Audubon Zoo, the city's premiere Halloween event for kids, Boo at the Zoo, takes center stage, but the zoo is also thinking ahead to another holiday and in one month will unveil a major new event: Audubon Zoo Lights.
26
Oct
2018
www.wwltv.com
Audubon expands Washed Ashore sculptures at zoo and aquariumopens in new window
“Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea’’ – the popular conservation exhibit now on display at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Audubon Zoo – is expanding.
17
Oct
2018
www.inparkmagazine.com
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium celebrates tenth “ANT-iversary”opens in new window
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium will celebrate ten years on Saturday, September 29 and Sunday, September 30, 2018. The 10-year ANT-iversary events will celebrate North America’s largest free-standing museum, home to approximately 900,000 insects and their relatives since 2008.
21
Sep
2018
www.inparkmagazine.com
German zoo's last orangutan learning English before coming to Audubon Zooopens in new window
A German zoo is sending its last orangutan to Louisiana, and he's already learning some English.
11
Sep
2018
www.nola.com
A new escape room experience where you can save sharks!opens in new window
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas announces an exciting addition coming in October 2018. “Escape Extinction: Sharks” is a new family friendly interactive experience presented by Escape My Room. The mission is to save sharks from going extinct.
11
Sep
2018
wgno.com
A new escape room experience where you can save sharks!opens in new window
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas announces an exciting addition coming in October 2018. “Escape Extinction: Sharks” is a new family friendly interactive experience presented by Escape My Room. The mission is to save sharks from going extinct.
11
Sep
2018
wgno.com
Audubon Zoo unveils new holiday tradition 'Audubon Zoo Lights'opens in new window
The event is scheduled to run from Nov. 23, the Friday after Thanksgiving, through the end of December and will be open to the public for an admission fee.
15
Aug
2018
www.wwltv.com
Water bottles, beer cans and flip-flops: 'Washed Ashore' exhibit of discarded plastic debuts at Audubon Aquariumopens in new window
Among the detritus left behind from beach trips — beer cans, sunscreen containers, sand shovels and water bottles — a pink polka-dot flip-flop could easily be overlooked.
27
Jul
2018
www.theadvocate.com
You'll be able to touch (small) sharks and rays at Audubon Aquarium's new touchpoolopens in new window
The Aquarium announced Tuesday (July 24) that it plans to build a new "Shark and Ray Touchpool Gallery." The exhibit will be larger than the aquarium's current stingray touchpool and include more species "including a variety of small sharks and rays, some of which have not been part of the aquarium collection for some time," a news release said.
24
Jul
2018
www.nola.com
Long-awaited Audubon Park Master Plan seeks to keep balance of green space and recreational areas intactopens in new window
Capping a six-month process that included thousands of suggestions from community members and hours of public discussion, the long-term future of the park became a bit more concrete with the approval of a new Audubon Park Master Plan.
29
Jun
2018
www.theadvocate.com
Acupuncture on penguins? Old bird gets new life after procedure at Audubon Aquariumopens in new window
Metairie-based veterinarian Cyndi Benbow is the intrepid needle handler, and one 36-year-old African penguin at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas is lucky to have her services on call.
15
Jun
2018
www.theadvocate.com
This bootcamp turns kids into plastic-fighting superheroesopens in new window
The camp participants will meet up at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans or virtually through Ocean Wise, which is helping young activists from Vancouver, Nairobi, India, and more take part in the conference through live video conferencing.
24
May
2018
www.fastcompany.com
Rick, Daryl, Negan move in to Audubon Zooopens in new window
Audubon Zoo recently welcomed a trio of young Patagonian cavies - one of the largest species of rodent in the world - to the South America habitat near the new Jaguar Jungle exhibit expansion.
21
May
2018
www.wwltv.com
Irma Thomas delights at annual Audubon Zoo show on Mother's Dayopens in new window
Grammy winner and New Orleans legend Irma Thomas returned to the Audubon Zoo on Sunday (May 13) to perform for her 35th annual Mother's Day celebration.
13
May
2018
www.nola.com
Audubon Aquarium, Zoo ranked among best in country by USA TODAYopens in new window
The aquarium ranked 5th and the zoo 8th among 20 nominees, according to the nature institute, "hand-picked by a panel of zoo and family travel experts."
04
May
2018
www.wwl.com
Balancing act: Master plan upholds spirit of Audubon Park, commissioner contendsopens in new window
“Balance’’ has rightfully become the focal point as commissioners complete a master plan for the future of Audubon Park.
01
May
2018
thelensnola.org
Meet the Monkey: Calliope is newest monkey to join Audubon Zoo familyopens in new window
There's a new little baby monkeying around at Audubon Zoo. The zoo recently welcomed a new baby black howler monkey born by caesarian section in January to their "World of Primates" exhibit.
17
Apr
2018
wgno.com
See the Creatures of the Night at the Audubon Zooopens in new window
In April 1998, the Jaguar Jungle opened at the Audubon Zoo, setting new standards for authenticity and cultural interpretation for zoos. It offered visitors the feel of discovering the mysterious world of the Mayas, from the altars and temples to gigantic bamboo and luscious greenery, colorful tropical plants of the rain forest and the unique animals typical of that region.
11
Apr
2018
www.nola.com
AZA Grants Continued Accreditation to Audubon Zooopens in new window
The Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) today announced that Audubon Zoo was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission.
11
Apr
2018
www.inparkmagazine.com
New female gorilla with 'quirky spirit' settles into Audubon Zooopens in new window
Alafia, the Audubon Zoo's new female Western lowland gorilla, is expected to round out the zoo's gorilla troop with her well-honed maternal skills and "quirky spirit," according to a news release from the Audubon Nature Institute.
10
Apr
2018
www.nola.com
Asian Heritage Festival at Audubon Zooopens in new window
2018 Asian Heritage Festival will take place at the Audubon Zoo Saturday April 7th. There will be cultural dances, a martial arts demonstration, a dragon dance, food, music and crafts. Performers and dancers come from several other states to participate in the the annual festival, which is the signature event of the Asian Pacific American Society of New Orleans.
06
Apr
2018
www.wdsu.com
Vote now to help Audubon Zoo, Aquarium make USA Today’s 10Best listopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute has been nominated in USA Today’s latest 10Best Readers’ Choice travel award contest.
03
Apr
2018
wgno.com
Audubon Zoo welcomes a new baby howler monkeyopens in new window
Audubon Zoo's World of Primates exhibit welcomed a new baby female black howler monkey in January. The baby, named "Calliope," was delivered Jan. 3 after an emergency Caesarian section.
12
Mar
2018
www.nola.com
Meet Audubon Zoo's new Western lowland gorilla troopopens in new window
Audubon Zoo introduced its new Western lowland gorilla troop Thursday (March 1) after welcoming a new male named Okpara late last year.
01
Mar
2018
www.nola.com
A giraffe baby boom comes to a west bank breeding facilityopens in new window
At first glance, the occupants of a new animal facility on the west bank of the Mississippi River in New Orleans might seem out of place.
28
Feb
2018
www.fox8live.com
The Whoo Who Dat: An owl learned to fly in the Superdomeopens in new window
Amanda Fyfe admits to being a little nervous about a first-time flight. This was Mr. Miyagi's first flight in the outdoors without a small, light line attached.
26
Feb
2018
www.fox8live.com
Audubon Aquarium to become sensory inclusiveopens in new window
The aquarium will feature trained staff, sensory bags with noise-canceling headphones, weighted blankets and an ID card for non-verbal autistic children. The aquarium will also feature quiet spaces.
25
Feb
2018
www.wwltv.com
Montana the Ball Python Visited from Audubon Zooopens in new window
Do you know a teenager who is interested in animals and conservation? Audubon Nature Institute offers a variety of opportunities for Jr. High and High School students. Audubon's dedicated youth volunteers make our mission possible, and volunteering can be a great way to get involved in our community.
23
Feb
2018
wgno.com
What do people want for Audubon Park? To stay the same (or maybe more of the same)opens in new window
The more things change in the city of New Orleans, it seems, the more residents want Audubon Park to stay the same, based on comments Tuesday evening at the first public meeting about the park’s future.
07
Feb
2018
uptownmessenger.com
In Louisiana, you can eat dishes made with bugs - even king cakeopens in new window
While having anything creepy and crawly on their plates might repulse most people, the Bug Appétit café at the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium in New Orleans wants to change that stigma.
01
Feb
2018
www.thenewsstar.com
Audubon Nature Institute welcomes a baby giraffe: See photos, videoopens in new window
Weighing in at 150 pounds and 6 feet tall, a very large bundle of joy came into the world at Audubon Nature Institute earlier this year.
23
Jan
2018
www.nola.com
Blake Pontchartrain: The bricks at the Audubon Aquarium opens in new window
1989's "Pave The Way" campaign gathered names for sidewalk bricks
22
Jan
2018
www.bestofneworleans.com
‘Okie’ the gorilla enjoying his new home at Audubon Zooopens in new window
Okpara, a Western lowland gorilla, is settling into his new home at Audubon Zoo.
09
Jan
2018
wgno.com
Technology makes city's tricentennial history come aliveopens in new window
As the city of New Orleans marks its 300th anniversary this year, learning about its rich history through its landmarks is as easy as using a smartphone app.
03
Jan
2018
www.wwltv.com
Forget April, the Audubon Nature Institute has three pregnant giraffeopens in new window
They may not go viral in the way of April the giraffe earlier this year, but three pregnant giraffes at an Audubon Zoo facility in New Orleans are big news in the zoo world.
29
Dec
2017
www.kfvs12.com
Audubon Zoo gives owl advanced flying lessons in Mercedes-Benz Superdomeopens in new window
Mr. Miyagi, a six-month-old Eurasian Eagle Owl, learned to fly in a most unusual venue.
28
Dec
2017
www.wlox.com
Baby bongo born, more likely soon at Species Survival Centeropens in new window
A bouncing baby bongo has been born in New Orleans. The 46-pound female is from a critically endangered antelope subspecies. It's the first calf conceived at the Species Survival Center created by the Audubon Nature Institute and San Diego Zoo Global.
19
Dec
2017
abcnews.go.com
Drew and Brittany Brees Donate New Audubon Park Playground For Kids Of All Abilitiesopens in new window
Thanks to a generous donation from Saints star quarterback Drew Brees and wife Brittany, Audubon Park visitors can now enjoy a pioneering playground that offers inclusive recreational opportunities for children—and adults—of all abilities.
15
Dec
2017
www.bizneworleans.com
Santa dives into duties at Aquarium of the Americasopens in new window
Like many kids this holiday season, the Arnold brothers will have their picture taken with Santa Claus. But it won’t happen in the middle of a crowded shopping center. Simon, 10, and Henry, 8, will stand in front of the shimmering waters of an aquarium, where jolly St. Nick swims alongside stingrays, spiny lobsters and colorful angelfish.
11
Dec
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Popular 'Zoo Ambassadors' educate the public about threats to wildlifeopens in new window
Perhaps it’s those pumpkin-orange eyes, or the striking ear tufts that resemble a quizzical eyebrow, but there’s something decidedly magical about the Audubon Zoo's Eurasian eagle-owl, Mr. Miyagi.
11
Dec
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Whooping cranes released into the wildopens in new window
Twelve juvenile whooping cranes were released into the wild Wednesday (Dec. 6) at the Rockefeller Wildlife Refuge near Grand Chenier as part of an ongoing effort to protect the species from extinction.
07
Dec
2017
www.katc.com
Photos: A virtual reality experience lets visitors dive into a coral reef without getting wet at the Audubon Aquariumopens in new window
A virtual reality experience called "Reef Rescue" will be open as a permanent feature starting on Tuesday, Dec. 5 at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans. Participants wear virtual reality goggles to experience an interactive dive into a coral reef environment and play a game to help restore the ecosystem.
27
Nov
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Rare cranes from Canada, Wisconsin, Maryland, in Louisianaopens in new window
A dozen young whooping cranes from Wisconsin, Maryland, and Alberta, Canada, are being gradually introduced to the wild in a Louisiana refuge.
15
Nov
2017
www.washingtonpost.com
Ocelots newly arrived at Audubon Zoo a 'proven breeding pair'opens in new window
A new pair of wild cats have arrived at the Audubon Zoo.
14
Nov
2017
www.nola.com
The Zoo comes to the patients of Children's Hospitalopens in new window
Monday was an exciting change of scenery for young patients at the Children's Hospital of New Orleans.
06
Nov
2017
www.fox8live.com
New male gorilla headed to Audubon Zoo, joins two femalesopens in new window
The Audubon Zoo will welcome a new gorilla in December, the latest addition in the zoo's push to build up its gorilla population as part of a national inter-zoo program aimed at promoting species survival.
03
Nov
2017
www.nola.com
Boo at the Zoo's costumed revelers roam Aububon Zooopens in new window
Opening night at Boo at the Zoo presented by Bryan Subaru attracted princesses, ghosts, and a lot of cartoon and comic book characters to the Audubon Zoo on Oct. 20.
02
Nov
2017
www.nola.com
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas to welcome Weeki Wachee mermaidsopens in new window
The world-famous Weeki Wachee mermaids will splash into Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, 1 Canal St., New Orleans, for a pair of Thursday-Sunday sessions: Nov. 2-5 and Nov. 9-12. The legendary sirens have been entertaining audiences since 1947, based at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park, 45 minutes north of Tampa, Florida.
01
Nov
2017
www.theadvocate.com
VIDEO: Adorable trick or treat tips from ... Otters!opens in new window
Clara and Ruby are rescued Southern sea otters from Monterey, CA. Audubon Nature Institute is taking care of the pair.
31
Oct
2017
www.fox8live.com
Weeki Wachee Mermaids return to Audubon Aquariumopens in new window
The Weeki Wachee Mermaids of Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Florida were one of the state's first roadside attractions. The mermaids now tour aquariums across the U.S. and perform synchronized swimming shows.
27
Oct
2017
www.bestofneworleans.com
Insectarium curator: This Halloween, hug a bug, or at least get to know one; they do more good than you thinkopens in new window
New Orleans residents share their city with lots of bugs, as The Advocate’s recent article notes. It’s true, these insects represent a force to be reckoned with, and we’ll continue dealing with termites, cockroaches and other species whose interests are not necessarily aligned with our own. But there’s a vast world of bugs in New Orleans that either don’t bother humans or directly benefit us, and some of them are downright fascinating and beautiful.
25
Oct
2017
www.theadvocate.com
New gorilla at Audubon Zoo may stay indoors for a little bitopens in new window
New Orleans' Audubon Zoo has a new gorilla, but she may be spending more time indoors than on view for a while.
11
Oct
2017
abcnews.go.com
Oceans of fun at Scales and Alesopens in new window
Beer, fish and frolic all add up to one thing: Aububon Aquarium of the Americas' eighth annual Scales and Ales benefit at the aquarium and adjacent Woldenberg Plaza.
09
Oct
2017
www.nola.com
Nature center, shuttered since Katrina, reopens in New Orleans Eastopens in new window
Set on 86 acres in Joe W. Brown Park, the revamped nature center is complete with $10 million-worth of new trails, interactive wildlife exhibits, a planetarium, classrooms and fire pits. For instance, visitors can scan through an electronic infographic for terrariums filled with camouflaging Gulf Coast toads, then head outside onto more than 2 miles of dirt and boardwalk trails to espy the bayou's flora and fauna.
06
Oct
2017
www.nola.com
Okapis, bongos, and giraffes find new home and space to roam in New Orleansopens in new window
The eastern bongo -- an elegant antelope with long, curving horns and thin white stripes down its sides -- comes from wet, forested areas in Africa. Which means that South Louisiana, even though it's thousands of miles away, is a pretty great habitat for it. That's a good thing, because New Orleans' Audubon Nature Institute is now at the forefront of the fight to save the species. Fewer than 50 eastern bongos are believed to still exist in the wild.
29
Sep
2017
www.nola.com
New Orleans Turns 300opens in new window
Chase is passionate about making sure young people experience the city’s cultural attractions. She recently showed up at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium to cook mealworms for an audience of shrieking children, and she loves taking her twenty-seven great-grandchildren to the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas (though not all at once). “We have so many things for kids now,” she says. “There used to be a time when people thought they couldn’t bring their children here because it was all adult entertainment. But it’s not.”
25
Sep
2017
www.atlantamagazine.com
Scales & Ales: Audubon Aquarium’s Premier Party After Darkopens in new window
Scales and Ales will transform the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas into the popular adults-only party on Friday, Sept. 29. Organizers for the premier fundraising party dive into what party-goers can expect at the this year’s event.
13
Sep
2017
www.nolaweekend.com
Zoo volunteer who once raised orangutans now raises money for their survivalopens in new window
Marcia Frank, with Feliz, has been a volunteer for more than 30 years at the primate exhibit at the Audubon Zoo.
03
Sep
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium becomes home to world's largest waspsopens in new window
The Insectarium's newest resident is one for the record books. A small collection for tarantula hawks now occupies an exhibit at the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium downtown. The insect is technically a wasp and its name comes in part from their primary prey, the much bigger tarantula.
01
Sep
2017
www.wwltv.com
Ron, Moon And The White Alligators Of Audubon Zooopens in new window
Today, the Audubon Zoo is treasured by residents and visitors alike. But it wasn’t always that way.
17
Aug
2017
wwno.org
300 unique New Orleans moments: Audubon Zoo opens doors as Merz Memorial Zoo On May 15, 1938opens in new window
Audubon Park housed collections of animals as early as 1893. But it wasn’t until 20 years later the zoo as New Orleanians know it began to take shape.
13
Aug
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Learn the Benefits of Eating Bugs at Bug Appétitopens in new window
If you’re looking to try a new adventure in eating, you’ll find some interesting bugs on the menu at Bug Appétit — the creative bug cafe inside Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium.
08
Aug
2017
www.nolaweekend.com
Summer of Sustainability: Overlooked seafood on the plate at Audubon seriesopens in new window
These dinners operate on two clashing and daunting numbers: 85 percent of the world’s fisheries have been pushed to their limits (according to the World Wildlife Federation), but 1 in 70 in Louisiana work in the seafood industry with an annual economic impact of $2.4 billion (according to the Louisiana Seafood Board).
25
Jul
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Zoo Interviews Wildlife Paradise in the Louisiana Bayou: A Conversation with Ron Forman, CEO of Audubon Nature Instituteopens in new window
Ron Forman is the longest tenured director of any zoo in the American Association of Zoos and Aquariums, having run the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans for over 40 years. Not only did he turn Audubon into a fantastic zoo but he also helped create the Audubon Nature Institute, which includes the zoo, aquarium, several nature centers and even a wildlife research and breeding center in collaboration with San Diego Zoo Global.
21
Jul
2017
www.zoophoria.net
There's A New Baby Flamingo At The Audubon Zoo!opens in new window
Is there anything in this world cuter than newborn animals? Definitely not. The Audubon Zoo just announced the birth of a baby flamingo, and we are in love!
18
Jul
2017
www.southernliving.com
Here's why the Audubon Aquarium has stopped offering plastic strawsopens in new window
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans is phasing out plastic straws, bags and other plastic products at its attractions. The move is part of a nationwide initiative to reduce the enormous amount of plastic pollution dumped in the world's oceans every day.
11
Jul
2017
www.nola.com
Wild Bill & an Australian Cockroach pose for All American Pet Photo Dayopens in new window
WGNO News with a Twist features guy Wild Bill Wood poses with the closest thing he's got to a pet. Wild Bill strikes a pose with one of the cockroaches from the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium in New Orleans.
11
Jul
2017
wgno.com
Baby lemurs ready to explore their new habitat at Audubon Zooopens in new window
Mother’s Day was extra special this year in the World of Primates at Audubon Zoo as Tahiri, matriarch of the lemur habitat, gave birth to a pair of male newborns.
06
Jul
2017
wgno.com
Audubon Zoo Gets New VPopens in new window
The director and CEO of the Sacramento Zoo is taking on a new role -- in Louisiana.
06
Jul
2017
wrno.iheart.com
'Swamp Deer' Fawn at New Orleans Zoo; Species Vulnerableopens in new window
The first fawn has been born to a small herd of Barasingha deer at the zoo in New Orleans.
30
Jun
2017
www.usnews.com
Dr. Kyle Burks Named New Managing Director of Audubon Zooopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute is pleased to announce Dr. Kyle Burks as its new Vice President and Managing Director of Audubon Zoo and Park. Kyle was selected from a list of highly qualified candidates from across the country and brings years of experience to Audubon.
28
Jun
2017
www.inparkmagazine.com
Little white lies: Costumes fool Audubon whooping cranes into learning survival skills opens in new window
Like any good parents, the keepers caring for two whooping crane chicks hatched at the Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center in Lower Coast Algiers want nothing more than for their charges, part of a critically endangered species, to be able to take care of themselves when they grow up.
21
Jun
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Audubon Nature Institute Summer of Sustainability's world is its oysteropens in new window
Aububon Nature Institute's Gulf United for Lasting Fisheries (GULF) kicked off another Summer of Sustainability dinners by focusing on the oyster. It was also a way to tie in the New Orleans Oyster Festival (June 3 and 4).
15
Jun
2017
www.nola.com
A sneak peek as Audubon Louisiana Nature Center's reopening nearsopens in new window
For Brenda Walkenhorst, the fun part of exploring the trails is finding something different every day.
10
Jun
2017
www.nola.com
Audubon Zoo to bid farewell to Casey and Berani, gorilla and orangutan set to depart New Orleansopens in new window
For the better part of two decades, Casey and Berani have enthralled and educated visitors to the Audubon Zoo by doing the sorts of things gorillas and orangutans do: sitting, sleeping, snacking, lounging, playing and otherwise whiling away the hours in their habitats.
07
Jun
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Bees have new home with newly added sculpture at Audubon Zooopens in new window
A new sculpture at Audubon Zoo is a work of art that also serves as a nesting site for wild bees.
05
Jun
2017
www.wdsu.com
Audubon Nature Center will finally reopen 12 years after Hurricane Katrinaopens in new window
Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, the beloved attraction destroyed 12 years ago in Hurricane Katrina, will reopen sometime after Labor Day.
02
Jun
2017
www.fox8live.com
New sculpture at Audubon Zoo doubles as 'bee palace'opens in new window
There’s buzz about a new sculpture installed at the Audubon Zoo.
01
Jun
2017
www.wwltv.com
Audubon raising whooping crane chicks (WDSU)opens in new window
Animal care experts at Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center are working around the clock to raise three endangered whooping crane chicks.
27
May
2017
partner.criticalmention.com
Two Amazing Programs for Great Causes at the Audubon Nature Instituteopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute, an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), is joining with the AZA and other accredited aquariums and zoos to take action and help reverse this trend. The “Invest In The Nest” campaign seeks to raise $150,000 to help build and place 1,500 artificial nests for African penguins in South Africa and Namibia through crowdfunding on Kickstarter.
25
May
2017
kadn.com
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium offers outdoor nighttime explorationopens in new window
Small groups of up to 15 people ages 8 and up will learn about the bugs that buzz after dark during Wild Nights — Insect Adventure from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. June 16 and July 14 at the Audubon Wilderness Park at the Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center, 14001 Patterson Road, in New Orleans.
24
May
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Audubon G.U.L.F. dinner series announced opens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute's Gulf United for Lasting Fisheries (G.U.L.F.) announced its second annual Summer of Sustainability dinner series, which begins June 1 with a dinner highlighting oysters at the Aquarium of the Americas (1 Canal St.).
22
May
2017
www.bestofneworleans.com
Sustainable Seafood dinner series at the aquariumopens in new window
John Fallon, G.U.L.F. Program, and Chef Alex Harrell of Angeline restaurant offer a preview of a new sustainable seafood series starting June 1 at Audubon Nature Institute.
18
May
2017
www.wwltv.com
Invest in the Nest: Save Penguins from Extinction: Artificial nests for endangered African penguins that could help a species facing extinction.opens in new window
African penguins are in peril. Where once there were over one million breeding pairs of penguins, now there are only about 25,000. And if we don’t act right now, we could lose the species entirely to extinction.
18
May
2017
icrowdnewswire.com
Saving Animals from Extinction with a Trip to Our Local Zoo opens in new window
One thing we love to do with our kids is going to the local zoo. Because it’s an hour away, we make a whole day out of the experience. We begin our day with coffee and beignets from Café Du Monde and follow it with hours of fun in the New Orleans zoo.
17
May
2017
www.laurafuentes.com
Irma Thomas performs at the Audubon Zoo for Mother's Day: Photo galleryopens in new window
The Queen of Soul, Irma Thomas, performed for the 34th year at the annual Mother's Day concert at the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans on Sunday (May 14).
14
May
2017
www.nola.com
Critically Endangered Sea Turtle Released Into the Wild After Being Caught in Fishing Lineopens in new window
A critically endangered sea turtle that had previously been caught in a Louisiana fisherman’s line is now being released back into the wild following months of grueling rehabilitation.
11
May
2017
www.insideedition.com
Audubon Zoo continues Mother's Day tradition with Thomas, brunch buffetopens in new window
Families heading down to the Audubon Zoo for the traditional Mother's Day performance by Irma Thomas this year will have a new dining option: a brunch buffet in the Audubon Tea Room.
11
May
2017
www.hammondstar.com
Worms and Swarms: A Bug (Man)'s Lifeopens in new window
If it’s Mother’s Day, it must be termite swarm season. Few people know this fact better than Zack Lemann. He is the chief entomologist at the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, where he indulges his lifelong love of New Orleans and all of its six-legged denizens.
11
May
2017
wwno.org
Whitney Zoo-to-Do proves after 40 years, it still has that magicopens in new window
The stars couldn't have aligned more fortuitously than they did at this year's Whitney Zoo-to-Do on Friday (May 5).
11
May
2017
www.nola.com
ICYMI: This underwater lightsaber battle at Audubon Aquarium!opens in new window
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas celebrated May the 4th with an underwater lightsaber battle all in honor of Star Wars!
05
May
2017
www.wdsu.com
Zoo-to-Do: Vintage photos from The Times-Picayune, from the '70s to todayopens in new window
In 1972, the Audubon Zoo was called an "animal ghetto." Concerned citizens rallied to raise funds to improve the zoo, and in 1972, Kitty Duncan was the chair of the first Zoo-to-Do. Originally called the Beast Bash, it was held at the Marriott Hotel.
05
May
2017
www.nola.com
Three critically-endangered Mississippi Sandhill Crane hatch at Audubonopens in new window
The first three Mississippi Sandhill Cranes of what is hoped to be many more this season have hatched at the Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center. Mississippi Sandhill Cranes are a critically-endangered species that was on the brink of extinction nearly thirty years ago.
02
May
2017
wgno.com
New wildlife statues make a splash at Audubon Zoo's watering hole fountainopens in new window
Audubon Zoo debuted new bronze sculpture elephants that replaced the previous papier-mâché figures installed near the zoo's Asian elephant exhibit at the annual Zoo-to-Do for Kids Friday. You can check out the creation and installation of the new sculpture in this gallery.
30
Apr
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Raw: New Orleans zoo debut for baby monkeyopens in new window
A baby monkey made its debut at the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans.
28
Apr
2017
www.usatoday.com
See what Audubon Zoo's new elephant sculpture looks likeopens in new window
Five bronze lions will join the elephants as part of the fountain sculpture. The submerged hippo structures currently in place will remain. Russell is also creating five meerkat sculptures, which will be fixed to benches surrounding the fountain.
24
Apr
2017
www.nola.com
Whitney Zoo to Do Auctionopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute hosts Zoo-To-Do for Kids Presented by Tulane Pediatrics and Whitney Zoo-To-Do auction.
23
Apr
2017
www.wdsu.com
Here's what Audubon Nature Institute is doing to help save two endangered cranesopens in new window
The Audubon Nature Institute took us into the Species Survival Center to learn more about two very endangered cranes: the whooping crane and the Mississippi sandhill crane.
22
Apr
2017
www.wdsu.com
Teaching with the sharks: Diving educator turns aquarium into classroomopens in new window
Volunteer diver and science teacher Wendy DeMers talks to students from Homer Plessy Community School about sharks using the aquarium's specialized communications system while she dives in the Gulf of Mexico tank at the Aquarium of the Americas.
21
Apr
2017
www.nola.com
TOUCHING VIDEO: Teens battling cancer, other illnesses get glammed up for prom nightopens in new window
Prom night is usually the highlight of many teens, but to those who are suffering with cancer or other illnesses, that dream may be far-fetched. Advertisement But thanks to volunteers and donations, that dream became a reality Friday night for 200 teens at "Prom of Champions" at the Audubon Aquarium of Americas.
16
Apr
2017
www.wdsu.com
John Snell talks with Stephanie Joseph & Amanda Kaufman from Audubon Zoo about questions regarding Serval Cats and general training informationopens in new window
John Snell talks with Stephanie Joseph & Amanda Kaufman from Audubon Zoo about questions regarding Serval Cats and general training information
13
Apr
2017
www.fox8live.com
Zoo and Aquarium ranked in the top 10 as best in the countryopens in new window
A USA TODAY Readers' Choice poll voted the Audubon Zoo and the Aquarium of the America's both in the top 10, for best zoo and best Aquarium.
07
Apr
2017
www.wwl.com
Must-see-video: Ruby the otter makes Audubon Aquarium debutopens in new window
Ruby the sea otter made her debut Thursday at the Audubon Aquarium.
04
Apr
2017
www.nola.com
What does a buck moth caterpillar sting feel likeopens in new window
NOLA.com met with Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium's bug guru Zack Lemann.
03
Apr
2017
www.nola.com
Help the Audubon Zoo and Aquarium Get National Recognitionopens in new window
You can help the Audubon Zoo and Aquarium get national recognition
23
Mar
2017
www.fox8live.com
New Orleans Pelicans hosts Toast for the Coast benefit at Audubon Zooopens in new window
The opportunity to meet New Orleans Pelicans players and help save the wetlands? A question posed and enthusiastically answered "yes" by the more than 500 attendees at Toast for the Coast Gala, March 18.
22
Mar
2017
www.nola.com
UNO and Audubon Nature Institute collaborate to improve wildlife conservation researchopens in new window
The University of New Orleans (UNO) and Audubon Nature Institute have launched the Sustainable Wildlife Fellowship/Internship program, a collaborative venture aimed at addressing some of the most pressing research topics in wildlife conservation and professional training in the field of wildlife management.
20
Mar
2017
gentillymessenger.com
Why is (almost) everyone obsessed with April the giraffe?opens in new window
Millions of people are tuning into the live feed of a pregnant giraffe at a New York zoo. For more than a month people have been watching and waiting for April's calf to arrive. But why are so many people interested - almost obsessed?
13
Mar
2017
www.fox8live.com
WATCH: Young Otter Brings Her Favorite Toy With Her to Her New Homeopens in new window
Staff at the Audubon Aquarium is calling her “otterly” adorable, and we believe that’s a fair description.
10
Mar
2017
people.com
Here's how to get Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium on '10 best' listopens in new window
Audubon Zoo and the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas are finalists for USA Today's Readers' Choice for Best Zoo and Best Aquarium awards.
04
Mar
2017
www.wdsu.com
Shamarr Allen to headline Soul Fest at Audubon Zooopens in new window
Soul Fest returns to the Audubon Zoo this weekend with two full days of live music Saturday (March 4) and Sunday.
02
Mar
2017
www.nola.com
WATCH: Penguins March in Mardi Gras Parade to Encourage Bead Recyclingopens in new window
When it comes to Mardi Gras, these penguins do not mess around. These happy feet reside at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in Louisiana, where penguins put together their very own Mardi Gras celebration to help raise awareness for a Mardi Gras bead recycling programs.
28
Feb
2017
people.com
Ron Forman, the Audubon Nature Institute CEO, joined Fox 8 to talk about the 40th Annual Zoo-To-Do Fundraiseropens in new window
Learn how the New Orleans community rallied 40 years ago to transform Audubon Zoo from one of the worst zoos in the country to one of the best, and Audubon's latest work to save animals from extinction.
22
Feb
2017
www.fox8live.com
610 Stompers and Audubon penguins team up to recycle Mardi Gras beadsopens in new window
The 610 Stompers are teaming up with the Audubon Nature Institute to collect and recycle plastic Mardi Gras beads.
21
Feb
2017
wgno.com
WE'VE GOT YOUR WEEKEND: WHERE TO MUSIC, WHERE TO FILM, WHERE TO ART, AND WHERE TO PARADEopens in new window
Nature and music are coming together, and not just on the streets for Carnival. Audubon Nature Institute and Abstract NOLA present Arts in the Park, a free, monthly concert series in Woldenberg Riverfront Park featuring music performances, live painting, food trucks, art vendors and more.
15
Feb
2017
nolavie.com
Groundhog Day 2017: T-boy the nutria expects 'wonderful weather' for Mardi Grasopens in new window
While the rest of the nation relies upon Pennsylvania's Punxsutawney Phil on Groundhog Day, New Orleans folks at Audubon Zoo Thursday (Feb. 2) morning put their faith in T-boy, the nutria, for his annual weather prediction.
03
Feb
2017
www.nola.com
Another cute Twitter clash, but this time for a causeopens in new window
n Wednesday, the hashtag #CuteAnimalTweetOff took off on the internet with zoos and aquariums across the globe chiming in with some of their cutest animals from almost every species you could imagine. Now another hashtag is trending, #Cutewithacause, which is seeking to raise awareness to the conservation efforts put forth by zoos and aquariums around the country.
28
Jan
2017
wgno.com
McCoy, the Bearded Dragon, Visits from the Audubon Zooopens in new window
Celebrate Valentine's Day learning about the mating ritual of the our animals! There will be humorous stories of passionate-sometimes tawdry-love in the animal kingdom with General Animal Curator, Joel Hamilton, as well as live music and animal encounters with photo ops.
27
Jan
2017
wgno.com
Audubon Nature Institute’s Gulf United for Fisheries (G.U.L.F.) on WWL Morning Showopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute’s Gulf United for Fisheries (G.U.L.F.) was recently awarded the Louisiana blue crab certification award by the Global Trust, an independent assessment body specializing in the certification of fisheries.
26
Jan
2017
www.wwltv.com
Son of a Saint boys snorkel with the fish at Aquarium of the Americasopens in new window
Four boys from the Son of a Saint mentorship program experienced a face-to-mask introduction Wednesday to the aquatic animals of the Great Maya Reef at Audubon Aquarium.
25
Jan
2017
www.fox8live.com
A 'nutty flavor'? You be the judge: Audubon Insectarium serving up cricket king cakeopens in new window
Feeling adventurous this Carnival season? Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium is offering a new version of king cake: cricket king cake.
24
Jan
2017
www.theadvocate.com
Insectarium works against the clock to understand mysterious Malaysian bugopens in new window
A small drama is taking place behind the scenes at The Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, playing out in a staff-only room that's part bug care center, part storage.
18
Jan
2017
www.theadvocate.com
This blind sea lion at the Audubon Zoo will steal your heartopens in new window
You may think it’s all fun and games behind the scenes at the Audubon Zoo, but it takes a lot of work to get the day going, and the sea lions are no exception. Trainers and staff spend hours every day making sure the animals are ready.
17
Jan
2017
wgno.com
A first-of-its-kind breeding center for animals takes shape on the New Orleans West Bankopens in new window
Construction is well underway on a one-of-a-kind partnership between the New Orleans and San Diego zoos to breed animals at a remote facility on the West Bank of New Orleans.
28
Dec
2016
A first-of-its-kind breeding center for animals takes shape on the New Orleans West Bank
Audubon Nature Institute hosts festive events for the holidaysopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute has a number of family-friendly holiday oriented events lined up for the rest of the year.
25
Dec
2016
www.wdsu.com
Kids to celebrate new year 12 hours early at Audubon Zoo, and other upcoming eventsopens in new window
The Swing Setters, a troupe of professional jazz musicians specializing in interactive performances for kids, will headline the annual Zoo Year's Eve countdown to noon Dec. 31 at Audubon Zoo.
24
Dec
2016
www.theadvocate.com
Louisiana's blue crabs earn important sustainability certificationopens in new window
Louisiana blue crabs taste better than just about any food on the planet, and now they have a new crown to wear atop their hard shells -- GULF Responsible Fisheries Management certification.
15
Dec
2016
www.nola.com
Louisiana's blue crabs earn important sustainability certificationopens in new window
Louisiana blue crabs taste better than just about any food on the planet, and now they have a new crown to wear atop their hard shells -- GULF Responsible Fisheries Management certification.
15
Dec
2016
www.nola.com
Scuba Santa Brings Holiday Cheeropens in new window
Visit Audubon Aquarium of the Americas between December 13 and 24 to see Santa and his elves dive in the tunnel!
14
Dec
2016
wgno.com
Where to Spend New Year's Eve in New Orleansopens in new window
Think New Year’s Eve is only for adults? Not in New Orleans. The small-fry big fun gets going early.
13
Dec
2016
www.wheretraveler.com
West Bank facility helping to save one of the world's rarest birdsopens in new window
Two releases days apart involved seven Mississippi sandhill cranes, four from the Audubon Nature Institute's facility on the West Bank and three from a facility in Florida.
12
Dec
2016
www.fox8live.com
Books for giving: A New Orleans reader's wish list opens in new window
"Petit Pierre and the Floating Marsh," by Johnette Downing, illustrated by Heather Stanley (Pelican Publishing, $16.95), is perfect for the young picture book crowd.
10
Dec
2016
www.theadvocate.com
$2 Tuesday returns to Audubon Zoo, Aquarium, Insectariumopens in new window
Two-dollar Tuesday for Louisiana residents returns to the Audubon Zoo, Audubon Aquarium of the Americas and Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium on Tuesday (Dec. 13).
09
Dec
2016
www.nola.com
Adorable babirusa piglets, a threatened species, make their debut at Audubon Zooopens in new window
The autumn babies at New Orleans' Audubon Zoo include a pair of threatened piglets native to Indonesia.
01
Dec
2016
www.theadvocate.com
Baby zoo animals born this fallopens in new window
Audubon Zoo welcome piglets and pups this year.
29
Nov
2016
www.usatoday.com
Holiday Gift Ideas from the Audubon Zoo including Johnette Downing’s New Bookopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute is a great place to get holiday gifts for your loved ones. Audubon Nature Institute is a not-for-profit organization and every purchase helps them care for 15,000 animals and teach young people to appreciate nature.
25
Nov
2016
wgno.com
This Thanksgiving, serve Uncle Bubba cricket pumpkin pie, other buggy dishesopens in new window
Turducken is so last year. This Thanksgiving, how about treating your guests to mealworm stuffing, waxworm cranberry sauce and cricket pumpkin pie?
18
Nov
2016
www.theadvocate.com
Audubon Nature Center set to reopen Earth Day 2017opens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute's Nature Center closed it's doors after Hurricane Katrina tore apart the facility in New Orleans East, but it could reopen soon.
12
Nov
2016
www.wwltv.com
Audubon Zoo's African painted pups ace their first examopens in new window
Audubon Zoo's newest litter of African painted puppies got a healthy seal of approval after their first doctor's visit.
11
Nov
2016
www.ksla.com
Mermaids exist! You can see them at the Audubon Aquarium this weekendopens in new window
Seeing is believing. This under-the-sea adventure at the Audubon Aquarium is for kids -- and the kids at heart. :)
10
Nov
2016
www.wdsu.com
Military to get free admission Friday at Zoo and Butterfly Garden and Insectariumopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute will offer active-duty military personnel and veterans, plus their guests, free admission to Audubon Zoo and the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium on Friday, Veterans Day.
05
Nov
2016
www.theadvocate.com
Weeki Wachee Mermaids are back at the Aquarium of the Americasopens in new window
Life is good when you're a mermaid, according to Amanda Luter, one of the Weeki Wachee Mermaids who are paying a visit to the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas starting Thursday (Nov. 3) through Nov. 13.
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Nov
2016
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Watch as Audubon Zoo welcomes litter of endangered pupsopens in new window
Zoo officials in New Orleans are delighted that their endangered African painted dogs have had 10 pups, but you can't say it was an "arfy" birthday. The wild dogs squeak, twitter, cackle, chatter and hoot, but they don't bark.
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Oct
2016
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World famous Weeki Wachee mermaids to perform at Audubon Aquariumopens in new window
The world famous Weeki Wachee mermaids will be at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas in New Orleans beginning on November 3.
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Oct
2016
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Peanut the little sea turtle, rescued in May, rehabilitated and released in Gulf of Mexicoopens in new window
A young green sea turtle rescued by a fisherman has been rehabilitated and released in the Gulf of Mexico with help from the Coast Guard, the Audubon Nature Institute said Tuesday.
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Oct
2016
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Scales and Ales 2016 dives into social seasonopens in new window
What brings people back every year? It could be the views: aquatic wonders inside the aquarium or the Mississippi River vista outside. F
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Oct
2016
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Hanging with the Elephants at the Audubon Zoo opens in new window
Audubon Zoo opened up it is new elephant enclosure in the spring. Sheba Turk checks out the elephant exhibit.
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Oct
2016
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Want to meet an otter up close in New Orleans? Now you canopens in new window
The Aquarium of the Americas is always looking to add interesting and unique adventures to help guests have a more unique experience of their visit. Starting October 13, they’re going to be offering a new program to their wild encounters, an up close and personal visit with a sea otter.
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Sep
2016
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Lionizing Levityopens in new window
Big cats will be back! Such was the thrill when folks assembled at the Audubon Tea Room for the event announcing the generous $5 million gift from Joy and Boysie Bollinger to support a new African lion exhibit at Audubon Zoo. No on-site roars have occurred for three years. The reroar and the lions’ new home are planned for 2018.
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Sep
2016
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Audubon Nature Institute among conservation award winners opens in new window
Work to bring back whooping cranes and turtles shared top honors for the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' 2016 North American Conservation Award, while the group's international award recognizes gorilla conservation.
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Sep
2016
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Audubon Zoo lion habitat gets $5 million gift from Boysie & Joy Bollingeropens in new window
Shipbuilding magnate Boysie Bollinger and his wife Joy have donated $5 million to the Audubon Nature Institute to build a new lion habitat at the Audubon Zoo. It's the largest individual or family gift ever presented to the zoo, according to Audubon.
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Sep
2016
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Audubon Summer of Sustainability lures in supporters to the Aquarium of the Americasopens in new window
A six-course meal made by chefs from Angeline, Bayona, Caribbean Room, Coquette, GW Fins and Pêche was definitely an enticement of the Audubon Summer of Sustainability dinner at the Aquarium of the Americas.
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Aug
2016
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Audubon Nature Institute mentoring programopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute teams up with Son of a Saint Foundation for mentoring program.
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Aug
2016
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Son of a Saint youth go behind the scenes at Aquariumopens in new window
The partnership gives fatherless boys a behind-the-scenes look at Audubon attractions such as the Aquarium of the Americas, the Butterfly Garden and Insectarium and the Audubon Zoo — and to meet potential mentors among Audubon’s animal care staff.
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Aug
2016
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Audubon Nature Institute gets sea turtle conservation grantopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute has received nearly $52,000 to work with the skimmer shrimp fishery of the northern Gulf of Mexico on sea turtle conservation.
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Aug
2016
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Cool off with elephants at Audubon Zooopens in new window
The dogs days of summer are upon us, and if you don't want to waste a sunny day indoors next to your air conditioning unit, the zoo has options to keep you cool.
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Aug
2016
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August is Museum Month: Taking a look inside the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectariumopens in new window
The Jungle Nymph and Spiny Devil have a home here in New Orleans, as does the Australian Walking Stick.
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Aug
2016
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Audubon Zoo to host 'watermelon stomp' for World Elephant Dayopens in new window
Audubon Zoo residents Panya and Jean will find themselves in the spotlight on Aug. 12 and Aug. 13 when the New Orleans zoo hosts a "watermelon stomp" in honor of World Elephant Day.
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Aug
2016
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Audubon awarded grant; looks to increase sea turtle protectionopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute received one of 18 National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) Gulf Conservation Grants.
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Jul
2016
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Gulf United For Lasting Fisheriesopens in new window
John Fallon, the assistant director of "Gulf United For Lasting Fisheries," invites you to a high end dinner at the aquarium.
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Jul
2016
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Audubon Nature Institute Awarded National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) Gulf Coast Conservation Grant to Increase Sea Turtle Protectionopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute has received nearly $52,000 to work with the skimmer shrimp fishery of the Northern Gulf on sea turtle conservation.
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Jul
2016
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Pokemon Go party at Rock n' Bowl, Pokemon zoo party sold outopens in new window
The Audubon Zoo invited Po Go fans to a virtual safari on Wednesday (August 3).
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Jul
2016
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Audubon G.U.L.F. Partners With MS Commercial Fishermen Unionopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute’s sustainable seafood program, Gulf United for Lasting Fisheries (G.U.L.F.) is pleased to announce a partnership with Mississippi Commercial Fishermen Union (MSCFU) to increase awareness of sustainable fishing practices that will ultimately result in­ a more robust fishery and foster community knowledge of sustainably managed Gulf seafood.
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Jul
2016
www.perishablenews.com
Visiting New Orleans' Aquariumopens in new window
Environmentalists rightly criticize some of the deplorable conditions of species in captivity in zoos or aquariums. However, if done right the educational benefits of allowing people to see the wildlife up close provides a valuable conservation service around the country and the world. I had an exceptionally great time at the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, and would absolutely visit again!
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Jul
2016
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This will change the way you think about sharksopens in new window
It's national shark awareness day, and the Aquarium in New Orleans wants everyone to know the importance of the species to the ocean.
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Jul
2016
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Seahorses at the Aquarium of the Americas sport new name tagsopens in new window
16 of the seahorses now sport tiny tags, attached with a small piece of filament, each with a different number.
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Jul
2016
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Video: New Orleans' Audubon Zoo has 1st flamingo chick in more than 5 yearsopens in new window
Audubon Zoo has its first flamingo chick in just over five years, and some patrons got to watch it hatch.
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Jul
2016
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Mix of technology, art help save one of the rarest birds on earthopens in new window
At a remote corner of the New Orleans west bank, keepers at the Audubon Species Survival Center wrestle with one of the rarest birds on earth.
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Jul
2016
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Promoting sustainable Gulf fisheries at the heart of new partnershipopens in new window
Audubon Nature Institute's sustainable seafood program, known as the Gulf United for Lasting Fisheries (G.U.L.F.), has forged a partnership with the recently formed Mississippi Commercial Fishermen Union (MSCFU) to create a more robust fishery and to foster community knowledge regarding sustainably managed Gulf seafood.
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Jul
2016
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Released dolphin doing well, Audubon Nature Institute reportsopens in new window
In October, someone spotted a stranded adolescent dolphin on the beach at Grand Isle. The 6-foot-5-inch-long sea mammal may have been washed up as a result of Hurricane Patricia swells. Described as "weak and lethargic," the animals wasn't ready for immediate release. But months of aquatic TLC at the Freeport-McMoRan Audubon Species Survival Center in New Orleans, the lucky castaway was borne back into the sea on a special stretcher and set free six weeks ago.
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Jun
2016
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Kick off the summer with G.U.L.F.opens in new window
On July 9, Audubon Nature Institute’s Gulf United for Lasting Fisheries (G.U.L.F.) will kick off the first Summer of Sustainability at the Audubon Clubhouse Café. The evening will feature a six-course dinner focused entirely on local Gulf of Mexico seafood, accompanied by wine pairings.
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Jun
2016
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Wetted Bliss: Couple Says 'I Do' in Underwater Wedding at New Orleans Aquariumopens in new window
A couple from Georgia had the unique opportunity to tie the knot underwater in an aquarium while surrounded by friends, family and fish.
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Jun
2016
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Giddy up: Audubon Aquarium tagging, tracking its seahorse herd to learn more about mysterious fisopens in new window
Recent visitors to the second floor of the Audubon Aquarium of the Americas may have noticed something a little different about its seahorses.
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Jun
2016
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Sea turtle gives unique view of Aquarium of the Americas exhibitopens in new window
As part of the celebration of World Sea Turtle Day, one of the Aquarium of Americas residents gave a unique perspective of what it’s like living in 400,000 gallons.
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Jun
2016
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After 3 years, twin endangered lemurs born at Audubon Zooopens in new window
The Audubon Zoo says critically endangered lemurs have been born there and are now exploring their habitat.
14
Jun
2016
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Audubon Zoo's youngest orangutan monkeys around for 7th birthdayopens in new window
Menari, the Sumatran orangutan born at Audubon Zoo in 2009, celebrated her seventh birthday on Friday.v
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Jun
2016
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Audubon Zoo's youngest orangutan monkeys around for 7th birthdayopens in new window
Menari, the Sumatran orangutan born at Audubon Zoo in 2009, celebrated her seventh birthday on Friday.v
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Jun
2016
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Audubon Zoo's youngest orangutan monkeys around for 7th birthdayopens in new window
Menari, the Sumatran orangutan born at Audubon Zoo in 2009, celebrated her seventh birthday on Friday.v
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Jun
2016
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Hungry as a bear: Audubon Zoo chefs cater to its crittersopens in new window
The central table overflows with boxes of fresh corn, pears, apples, mangoes, kale, bell peppers, celery, green beans, cucumbers, eggplant, tomatoes, huge cabbages and much more. At the end of the table is a grocery cart full to the brim with romaine lettuce heads, red leaf lettuce and collard greens.
07
Jun
2016
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