Habitat: The African Pancake Tortoise are native to East Africa. They live in the rocky outcrops, rocky hills, and savannah regions and are found in Kenya, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe. Diet: The african pancake tortoise are herbivores, meaning they only eat producers (such as plants, grass, etc.) The african pancake tortoise feeds on dry grass, seeds,Continue reading “African Pancake Tortoise”
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BOTANY ADVENTURE
I remember it like it was yesterday. We had gone to the Calgary Zoo for a week. On the third or fourth day of our trip, our teacher had wanted to take us to the The Dorothy Harvie Gardens to show us plants, and meet Boyd. Anyway, the class was split into different groups. OurContinue reading “BOTANY ADVENTURE”
COOLEST ANIMALS!
OKAPI Okapi, also known as forest zebras for the stripes on their back legs. Sadly though, the okapi is the only living relative of the giraffe. Okapis, are solitary animals and like giraffes they have long tongues and long necks. ANGORA RABBIT Angora Rabbits. They’re one of the most oldest domesticated rabbit breeds. Angora rabbitsContinue reading “COOLEST ANIMALS!”
ONE AND ONLY IVAN
STORY OF THE SHOPPING MALL GORILLA If you’re wondering who is Ivan, you’ve come to the right place. Many people are not aware of the mighty silverback gorilla, Ivan. A power full silverback gorilla, Ivan was captured as an infant, by poachers in what is now the Republic of the Congo. Ivan’s female companion, reportedContinue reading “ONE AND ONLY IVAN”
Top Most endangered animals!
Amur Leopard 2. Gorillas 3. Sea turtles 4. Orangutan How can we help these beautiful creatures? One of the ways we can help is by raising awareness. Start by handing out flyers, or maybe just even tell passerby. We could also visit the Calgary Zoo. Did you know, half the money you pay when youContinue reading “Top Most endangered animals!”
LATEST NEWS!
Hi! Welcome to latest news! Sign up to receive an email about when we post a new article! Enjoy! AMUR TIGER PUT DOWN, Calgary Zoo drowns in tears: Katja, the 19 year old Siberian tiger had to be put down due to ovarian cancer and health issues. The Calgary Zoo is very upset due toContinue reading “LATEST NEWS!”
Conserving Animals 