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@detroitzoo

4 years

When humans are away, the penguins will play. #VirtualVitaminZ #DetroitZoo

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3 years

An un-bear-ably cute update from your Detroit Zoo:

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4 years

Hi, Twitterverse. We realize there are a lot of children out there who may be celebrating a birthday at home. If you tweet us their name and their favorite Zoo animal, we'll do our best to reply with a special wish. 🎂 #VirtualVitaminZ #DetroitZoo

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4 years

You will no longer see Detroit Popcorn product at the Detroit Zoo. Service Systems Associates (SSA), the exclusive service provider for Detroit Zoo concessions, cut ties with Detroit Popcorn this morning immediately after the comments were brought to their attention.

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@detroitzoo

11 months

A labor of love! We are thrilled to introduce you to Zara's new calf – who she brought into the world on May 31. See the comment stream to learn more. #DetroitZoo #Giraffe #Zara #ZooBorn

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6 years

A female baby chimpanzee was born at the #DetroitZoo early this morning on the first #WorldChimpanzeeDay ! Her name is “Jane”, after legendary primatologist and anthropologist Dr. Jane Goodall, in honor of the anniversary of her first visit to Tanzania to study wild #chimpanzees .

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Say hello to Scarlet. ❤️ This baby red panda has made her first public appearance at the Detroit Zoo! You can visit Scarlet and her mother, Ash, at the Holtzman Wildlife Foundation Red Panda Forest. #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #redpanda #Scarlet #zoobaby

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9 years

Happy Opening Day! #tigers @tigers #gotigers #detroit http://t.co/GtnRM50KOf

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10 years

It's a big day for #Detroit sports fans! @Lions @tigers #lions #tigers http://t.co/CWPsf9Z8rM

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@detroitzoo

10 years

. @DavidBurtka and his children visited today (sans Neil Patrick Harris), feeding the giraffes and enjoying Zoo Boo! http://t.co/xI4WoqYLCf

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Two polar bear cubs were born November 17, 2020, to parents Suka and Nuka at the Detroit Zoo. Both cubs are currently in private areas and are not viewable by guests. Stay tuned to our social media platforms for weekly updates. Learn more:

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@detroitzoo

5 years

Happy birthday, Ash! This little lady turns 4 today. Red pandas are skillful and acrobatic tree climbers and use their long bushy tails to help them balance as they move from branch to branch. #animalbirthday #redpanda #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

2 years

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Erin, a lion who lived at the Detroit Zoo since her rescue from a Kansas junkyard in 2009. Estimated to be 20 years old, Erin lived much longer than wild lions typically do. (Post continued in photo.)

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Keti is proud to present the red panda edition of #TongueOutTuesday ! #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

3 years

We are pleased to announce a holiday gift to our community as this momentous year comes to an end: a female lion cub named Binti, who was born on September 10, 2020. Learn more about the Detroit Zoo’s littlest big cat:

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@detroitzoo

2 years

In case you missed it: The Polk Penguin Conservation Center is now open! Learn more:

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@detroitzoo

2 years

We are sad to let our community and supporters know that longtime favorite, female red panda Ta-Shi was euthanized Friday after a rapid decline in her health, which is likely attributable to cancer. (Post continued in photo)

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@detroitzoo

7 years

Today may seem like it towers above the rest – that’s because it’s #WorldGiraffeDay !

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Need a shoveling break?❄️ Animal care staff recorded some pretty adorable video this morning. #DetroitZoo

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3 years

Happy birthday, Ash! Red pandas are skillful and acrobatic tree climbers and use their long bushy tails to help them balance as they move from branch to branch. Ash turns 6 today. #animalbirthday #redpanda #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Watch beary good friends Laerka and Jebbie romp, play and swim in their outdoor habitat at the Arctic Ring of Life! Learn more about their journey here: #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #rescuestory

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Did you know . . . Red pandas have extended wrist bones that act like thumbs and allow them to easily hold onto bamboo? A very handy adaptation indeed, considering red pandas can eat 45 percent of their body weight daily – that amounts to about 200,000 bamboo leaves! #redpanda

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1 year

On to their next chapter. Now that the Astra and Laerke are more than 2 years old, they are at an age when they would be living on their own in the wild. The twins are set to move to AZA-accredited Point Defiance Zoo this spring. Learn more:

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Celebrate #TongueOutTuesdays in the treetops with Scarlet! #DetroitZoo #redpanda

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@detroitzoo

6 years

So much love in response to our #redpanda news! Learn what all the fuss is about:

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3 years

Spend your lunchtime with Scarlet and Ash. Did you know . . . Red pandas, like the giant pandas, have an extended wrist bone that acts like a thumb? This adaptation allows them to easily hold onto bamboo. #redpanda #detroitzoo #vitaminz

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@detroitzoo

2 years

There’s a new cat on the prowl! We are thrilled to welcome Ameliya to the Devereaux Tiger Forest at the Detroit Zoo. Ameliya, often called Liya by animal care staff, is a playful and curious Amur tiger who already seems to be making herself at home. #detroitzoo #Amurtiger

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@detroitzoo

2 years

It's National Visit the Zoo Day! Come celebrate your favorite animals at the Detroit Zoo who are active during the winter – it will be snow much fun. 🐻‍❄️🐻 #DetroitZoo #VisitTheZooDay #Laerke #Jebbie

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Happy National Hugging Day! #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #polarbear #grizzlybear #FridayFun

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Two female polar bear cubs, Astra and Laerke, were born at the Detroit Zoo in November. Two days later, Laerke appeared weak and stopped moving. Because of the lifesaving care provided by the DZS veterinary team, Laerke is doing much better. Full update continued in thread:

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1 year

Polar bear twins Astra and Laerke are back together again! Come to the Arctic Ring of Life for your chance to see these sisters romp, play and swim. Learn more: #DetroitZoo #PolarBear #SisterSister #Twins #BearCubs

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Happy 5th birthday, Ravi! #animalbirthday #redpanda #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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2 years

Have you visited bear buds Jebbie and Learke? Come by the Arctic Ring of Life to watch these two grow and play together. #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #grizzlybear #polarbear

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@detroitzoo

4 years

If you need a little Thursday pick-me-up: here's a sweet snapshot of Minnie (far) and Zelda on their penguin stroll earlier this week. #VirtualVitaminZ #DetroitZoo

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Polar bears have black skin and translucent (semi-clear) fur. The reflection of light makes their fur appear bright white. #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #TriviaTuesday

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@detroitzoo

6 years

On this date in 1928, the Detroit Zoo first opened to the public! We’ve come a long way in 90 years; we were the first zoo to incorporate cageless habitats and the first to decide on ethical grounds to no longer keep elephants.

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6 years

Thirteen years ago, Asian #elephants Winky and Wanda moved to a California wildlife sanctuary, and the Detroit Zoo became the first zoo to decide on ethical grounds to no longer keep elephants.

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@detroitzoo

8 years

A female reticulated giraffe calf was born August 6, 2016, at the Detroit Zoo! #detroitzoo #vitaminz #babygiraffe

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Twenty years ago, the Detroit Zoo got even cooler with the opening of the Arctic Ring of Life! Enjoy this montage of Nuka, Suka, polar bear cubs Astra and Laerke, and rescued grizzly Jebbie making the most of their home. #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #ArcticRingofLife

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Happy Birthday, Clover! This Eland turns 15 today #eland #animalbirthday #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Happy Mother's Day, to super mom Carmen! This Japanese macaque is mother to two daughters under the age of 4. Can anyone relate with this scene? #DetroitZoo #Japanesemacaque #Carmen #Jun #MothersDay

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Bison are the largest mammals in North America and are adapted to the extreme weather conditions of the Great Plains. Their thick skin, underfur, long guard hairs and layers of fat help them stay warm in the winter months. #DetroitZoo #ZooinWinter

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@detroitzoo

6 years

#SmashingPumpkins at the #DetroitZoo !

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2 years

Don't call it horsing around! When zebras play it is serious business. 😉 #DetroitZoo #FridayFun #zebras

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@detroitzoo

3 years

The DZS is saddened by the sudden loss of polar bear Anana. She died on February 8 during a sudden and unexpected conflict with male polar bear Nuka. The bears have lived together for many months without showing aggression towards one another. Read more:

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Have a little #FridayFun with BBF (Best Bear Friends) Laerke and Jebbie. #DetroitZoo #polarbear #grizzlybear

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Baby on board! Sprocket, a red-necked wallaby, has given birth to her first joey. The little one, estimated to be between 5 and 6 months old, is just starting to leave mom’s pouch for seconds at a time! Wallaby joeys can stay in their mother’s pouches up to eight months.

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@detroitzoo

2 years

#UPDATE : Jebbie, an orphaned grizzly bear cub who found sanctuary at the Detroit Zoo last year, has moved to a new home. He's now living at a wildlife sanctuary enjoying dozens of acres to roam freely and play in nature. Our Zoo experts say this is what’s best for his welfare.

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Your Arctic fox edition of #TongueOutTuesday ! #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #Arcticfox

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Happy 4th birthday, Janis! #wolverine #animalbirthday #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #TongueOutTuesday

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Cub update! For everyone following the progress of the two polar bear cubs born at the Detroit Zoo last November we are excited to inform you that the twin sisters are healthy and thriving. Story continues in fourth photo.

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Happy International Red Panda Day! Did you know red pandas are arboreal mammals, meaning they spend most of their time in trees? The Detroit Zoological Society collaborates with the Jane Goodall Institute Nepal and the Red Panda Network to conserve red pandas in the wild.

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@detroitzoo

2 years

To keep the menu fresh for red panda Ravi, we grow an abundance of bamboo right here in the Detroit Zoo’s greenhouses. #VitaminZ #ZooinWinter #farmtotable #greenhousegrown

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@detroitzoo

3 years

The sleepy wolverine edition of #TongueOutTuesday ! #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Did you know . . . Giraffes have the same number of vertebrae in their neck as a human? Amazingly, both species have only seven neck bones. #DetroitZoo #giraffe #Mpenzi #Zara

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@detroitzoo

3 years

The Peregrine falcon family in the Detroit Zoo's water tower nest box is growing. The chicks hatched May 23, 24 and 27. Watch live:

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Baby beavers are called kits, and they are able to swim on the day they are born. #TriviaTuesday

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@detroitzoo

8 years

Today's zookeeper talk is at noon with #arcticfoxes ! #VitaminZ

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11 months

We are all standing a little taller today – this 3-week-old giraffe baby is happy, healthy and has been given a name! Let us introduce you to Juhudi. His name means effort, hard work and enthusiasm in Swahili. Continue reading in text box.

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7 years

#CuteAnimalTweetOff Checkmate. Pretty sure little Tofu wins this round. @SarahJanetHill @NationalZoo @VAAquarium @BronxZoo @zoomiami

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Learning to be a lion! Spend some time today with Binti. This little lion cub was born on September 10, 2020 and is adjusting well to her new habitat. Read more about her here: #DetroitZoo #ZooBorn #lion #Binti

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Learning to be a lion! Enjoy a little playtime with Binti and her Aunt Amirah. #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #lion #zoobaby

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Binti, whose name means “daughter” in Swahili, was the first lion born at the Detroit Zoo since 1980. This cool cat will celebrate her first birthday next month on September 10th. #DetroitZoo #Binti #lion #VitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

4 years

#KeepingUpWithKeti Look at this girl grow! Keti turned 8 months old on March 6 and is such a joy to watch. She is now climbing to higher branches with increased skill and confidence. #DetroitZoo #VirtualVitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

11 months

Bon voyage! The time has come to say goodbye to the beloved bachelor group of gorillas who have called the Detroit Zoo home for two decades. See text box for more information.

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2 years

Happy 15th birthday, Teetonka! Visit our Facebook page to enjoy a little insider insight about this sweet and spunky bison from Sarah Allan, who cares for her at the Detroit Zoo:

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@detroitzoo

2 years

It’s Laerke and Astra’s first birthday!

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@detroitzoo

2 years

A little #FridayFun with sea otters Ollie and Monte! #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Cool off and have a little #FridayFun with the grizzly bear brothers. #DetroitZoo #grizzlybears #bears #swim 🎥Patti Truesdell. 🎼FMA: Robert John - Down in the Swamp

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Happy 15th birthday, Takoda! Takoda is smart and, like all bison, can be very stubborn. He does what he wants when he wants. He loves evergreen trees, round bales, fresh wood chips and seeing the barn animals go for walks before the Zoo opens. #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #bison

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Watch as Jebbie and Laerke romp, play, swim and dive together in the Arctic Ring of Life at the Detroit Zoo! #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #grizzlybear #polarbear

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@detroitzoo

3 years

When a giraffe is born they are 6 feet tall and weigh up to 150 pounds! Calves are born with their eyes open and look like miniature versions of an adult. This baby boy, born at the Detroit Zoo In the fall of 2014, was able to walk and join his herd only an hour after birth.

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Happy first birthday, Binti! Look at how fast this girl has grown. #animalbirthday #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Not a bad day to stay in the shade or for a swim in the pool. How are you staying cool during this May heat wave? #DetroitZoo #wolf #Kaska

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@detroitzoo

2 years

North American river otters are semiaquatic mammals that are native to Michigan. During the winter they spend more time near streams and rivers where the current keeps the water from freezing. #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #riverotter #Zooinwinter

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Grab your floaties – it's a pool party! Watch as polar bear Suka takes a dip with her new water toy. #DetroitZoo #polarbear #Suka #poolparty #FridayFun

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Happy 21st birthday, Madeline! “Madeline is the shyest member of the troop and often chooses to sit by herself or with her son under a rock ledge. She is an extremely curious snow monkey and will interact with puzzle feeders or new toys longer than the others." -Keenan McCormick

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Giraffes are herbivores who can stand 18 feet tall and weigh up to 2,600 pounds. They eat 16 to 20 hours a day and consume up to 75 pounds of fresh browse. Today, Jabari, the largest male at the Detroit Zoo, turns 14 years old. #animalbirthday #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Float on... Sea otters like Ollie can often be seen floating on their backs. They float while they eat, rest and even sleep! #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #seaotter 📷Patti Truesdell.

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@detroitzoo

4 years

We're bringing the Zoo to YOU! Sit back and enjoy Nikolai and Aleksei prowling and playing in their expansive habitat. #VirtualVitaminZ #DetroitZoo #TigerTime #caturday

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@detroitzoo

1 year

Tanya is a mom! We are thrilled to announce that Tanya, a 31-year-old chimpanzee, gave birth to her first baby on Friday, May 26, 2023! Both mother and son are doing well and enjoying some much-needed rest and bonding time. Read on:

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@detroitzoo

2 years

Happy birthday, Jimmy! This handsome Grevy’s zebra turns 11 today! “Jimmy is a sweet boy who loves everyone. His favorite thing is to get scratches from animal care staff -- especially behind those big ears!” Quote and photo from animal care staff member Megan Ostrowski.

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3 years

Spend Sweetest Day with Suka and Astra at the Detroit Zoo! This adorable mother-daughter pair are sure to give you all the feels. 😍 #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ #polarbear

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@detroitzoo

3 years

Photo of the Week! Follow us on Instagram at @detroitzoo and use the hashtag #detroitzoo in your posts for consideration. #vitaminz #detroitzoo #regram @pohlredd

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3 years

Photo of the Week! Follow us on Instagram at @detroitzoo . #vitaminz #detroitzoo #regram @andee_248

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2 years

Today is Yaroslawl’s 6th birthday! Enjoy this photo from last summer of him relaxing in the grass. #wolverine #animalbirthday #DetroitZoo

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@detroitzoo

9 years

We have visitors…!!! http://t.co/UYUAYwP5pA

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2 years

After seven months of growing and learning together, cubs Jebbie, a grizzly bear, and Laerke, a polar bear, will now live separately. The Detroit Zoo is thrilled it could bring these two together at a critical point in their lives. Read their story here:

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2 years

Get reacquainted with the fabulous flock of penguins who call the Detroit Zoo home – the Polk Penguin Conservation Center is now open! Entrance is included with general admission. At least 2,000 passes per day will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at admissions.

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@detroitzoo

2 years

African lions are carnivores. In the wild, they eat animals ranging in size from small hares to large buffalo with the lionesses doing the majority of the hunting. #DetroitZoo #lion #Africananimal #bigcat

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2 years

What a bright idea! All 5 million lights used to illuminate the Detroit Zoo during our Wild Lights event are energy-efficient LED, which are 80 percent more efficient than traditional lights and do not contain toxic chemicals. #greenprint

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1 year

World Otter Day announcement! The newest otter at the Detroit Zoo has been named Finn! Thank you to all who helped us select a name and donated to animal conservation. Visit our website to learn more about southern sea otters: #Otter #DetroitZoo #Finn

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4 years

Morning commute at the Belle Isle Nature Center. #VirtualVitaminZ

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10 years

We wish @ActuallyNPH could've joined his family at the Detroit Zoo today, but he’s promoting his book: http://t.co/c1N0CqI4Y0. @Davidburtka

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6 years

This Puerto Rican crested toad, nicknamed “Cinnamon Passion”, is the oldest known individual of his species living in accredited zoos. The average life expectancy of this critically endangered amphibian is 10 years – and he turns 21 today. Join us in wishing him a happy birthday!

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2 years

Enjoy a little #FridayFun with Laerke! #DetroitZoo #littlepolarbear #bigpickle

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5 years

Happy 14th birthday, Ta-Shi! Red pandas have extended wrist bones that act like thumbs and allow them to easily hold onto bamboo. On your next visit, see if you notice this handy adaptation. #animalbirthday #redpanda #DetroitZoo #VitaminZ

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1 year

Our hearts go out to everyone touched by the tragedy at @michiganstateu . We partner with MSU professors and students on many initiatives and are proud to have many MSU alumni on staff. We are deeply saddened by this event and offer our condolences to the victims and survivors. 💚

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