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Rare Cat Vulnerable in Wild
Black-footed Kitten Receives Extra Care
Hours after his birth on Feb. 14, 2012, Animal Programs staff became concerned about a male black-footed cat’s well-being because his 4-year-old mother, Cleo, appeared not to be providing proper maternal care. The kitten was not nursing and his body temperature was alarmingly low. Additionally, he was significantly underweight at birth. To ensure that he had a chance for survival, staff quickly decided to intervene...
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Conservation Leadership
Unique Study of Mexican Gray Wolves
Through a study of Mexican gray wolves, researchers hope to aid in conservation efforts of the endangered species, and determine whether a type of nasal tumor is more prevalent in wolves or domestic dogs. The Chicago Zoological Society, which manages Brookfield Zoo, will embark on a study to determine the occurrence of nasal carcinoma in Mexican gray wolves using CT (CAT) scans. The outcome will provide ....read more.
2012 CZS Science Fair
125 science-minded students from 16 Chicago Public Schools took part in the 2012 CZS Science Fair on Friday, Feb. 3...read more.
Center for Conservation Leadership »Education
Sharing Our Knowledge of Wildlife
Conservation, Education and Training programs are designed to engage and enlighten, inspiring conservation action, connecting young students with scientific fields.
- Zoo Classes
- Wild Encounters
- Conservation Leadership Program for Youth
- More educational programs...
Zoological Research
Vets Utilize New Imaging for Animal Care
Pilgrim, a 9-year-old African crested porcupine, requires regular tooth trims, and veterinarians at Brookfield Zoo were at one point questioning if one of Pilgrim’s overgrown incisors should be extracted. New 3D imaging at the Animal Hospital was helpful in showing why this extraction would be potentially risky and more difficult than the continued trimming. The 3D renderings showed the anatomy of the incisors and their very close proximity to many other structures that would add to the difficulty of the procedure...read more.
- Population Genetics »
Dr. Robert Lacy leads an internationally known Population Genetics program, creating computer models to give wildlife conservationists detailed data in preserving genetic diversity.
- Veterinary Science »
The Veterinary Services Department works with animal caregivers throughout the zoo to maintain the health of the animals in their care.
- Zoo Nutrition »
With one of the longest running programs in the world, CZS has animal nutritional needs down to a science.
- Behavioral Endocrinology»
CZS behavioral endocrinologists combine studies of behavior and hormones to find innovative ways to protect animals threatened with extinction.
- Center for the Science of Animal Welfare
- Animal Husbandry
- Species Survival Plans
- more research programs...
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