Off Exhibit at The Maryland Zoo

EPISODE #27 – BREAKTHROUGH IN THE CHIMP FOREST Animal training is part of everyday life at the Zoo and most of the time is fairly routine. But, every once in a while a training breakthrough happens that’s both unexpected and … Continued

EPISODE #26 – ANIMAL NURSES (AND SO MUCH MORE) They’re part of the dedicated team who care for wildlife alongside Zoo veterinarians and their jobs are anything but ordinary. On this episode of Off Exhibit, we reveal the unsung and … Continued

EPISODE #25 – TO AFRICA FOR PENGUINS How far is the Maryland Zoo willing to go on behalf of endangered penguins?  All the way to South Africa and back. Recently, Penguin Coast Area Manger Jess Phillips made the 8,000 mile … Continued

EPISODE #24 – INSIDE ANIMAL OPERATIONS With more than 130 acres of land, 80+ buildings, and hundreds of animals there are bound to be some wild logistical challenges. Enter Cristina Lauri, the Maryland Zoo’s Animal Operations Manager.  What exactly does the operation … Continued

EPISODE #23 – WORKING WITH ELEPHANTS They’re the largest animals at the Zoo and deservedly get an equally large amount of care and training.  Elephants are complex mammals with complex needs and the challenge of working with them is one that … Continued

EPISODE #22 – THREE’S COMPANY Recently, the Zoo’s lion pride was reconnected on exhibit after months of being separate.  Why were they separated and what ultimately led to their reunion?  Animal keeper Sydney Larsen joins us on this episode of … Continued

EPISODE #21- NICE TO MEET ZOO Joining a new group and getting along with everyone is hard, especially when the “everyone” is a tight troop of chimps. Pam Carter, the Zoo’s new Area Manager for the Chimpanzee Forest, has recently proved … Continued

EPISODE #20 – LET IT BEE There’s a big buzz around bee conservation and with good reason.  Honey bees play an important role in pollination and crop production, but also in the health of our planet.  These tiny, powerhouse insects … Continued

EPISODE #19 – FEED FOR THOUGHT The health of wild animals starts with good nutrition.  And good nutrition starts with an epic operation of ordering and delivering things like hay, meat, produce…you name it, the Zoo’s got it.  In a … Continued

EPISODE #18 – THE ART OF ANIMAL HABITATS Animal exhibits have dramatically changed in the 140 years since The Maryland Zoo was founded.  Once characterless concrete structures, now elaborate natural living spaces, today’s habitats are carefully crafted to suit species … Continued

EPISODE #17 – Baby Antelope Boom In the past several months the Zoo has welcomed a herd of new antelope babies.  Three sitatunga calves and one lesser kudu calf have been born behind-the-scenes with two more antelope babies to be … Continued

EPISODE #16 – WORKING WITH BLACK BEARS On this week’s episode of Off Exhibit we’re going way off exhibit…all the way to Western Maryland. The Maryland Department of Natural Resources manages many programs to help protect and support local wildlife. … Continued

EPISODE #15 – THE WILD LIFE OF A ZOO VET It’s an extremely challenging job, but it can also be deeply rewarding.  What’s it like to be a veterinarian in a modern Zoo?  Dr. Ellen Bronson, Maryland Zoo Senior Veterinarian shares … Continued

EPISODE #14 – HELPING ANIMALS FROM THE GROUND UP Healthy and happy animals start with well designed and carefully maintained facilities.  The updating of habitats and guest areas is always being discussed behind-the-scenes at The Maryland Zoo.  On this edition … Continued

EPISODE #13 – GROWING ELEPHANT KNOWLEDGE en ESPANOL Let us take you on a muy bien trip.  Where?  South of the U.S. border where the effort to expand care for zoo animals, especially elephants, is growing.  The Zoo’s General Curator and … Continued