Off Exhibit at The Maryland Zoo

EPISODE #12 – THE JOY OF ELEPHANT MATING The birds, the bees…and the elephants.  What does it take to provide a successful breeding environment for African elephants?  Part of The Maryland Zoo’s work to help save these threatened animals includes a … Continued

EPISODE #11 – OFF IN THE WILDERNESS The Zoo is home to a diverse collection of wildlife, including some that you can find in your own backyard.  What’s it like to work with birds, reptiles and mammals from right here … Continued

EPISODE #10 – GETTING SOCIAL WITH CHIMPANZEES They are our closest relatives and they share more in common with us than any other animals.  From complex social structures to intelligent problem solving, chimpanzees are animals that continue to teach us … Continued

EPISODE #9 – GRIN AND BEAR IT There’s no shortage of smiles among polar bear keepers.  Working with these iconic, majestic and beloved animals is tough work, but it’s something that brings out passion in many animal professionals, including Tanya … Continued

EPISODE #8 – CHICK OUT BABY PENGUINS It’s breeding season for African penguins.  This time of year the pitter patter of tiny penguin feet multiplies behind-the-scenes at Penguin Coast, the Zoo’s new penguin habitat.  So far, four chicks have already … Continued

EPISODE #7 – EVERY DAY IS TRAINING DAY No tricks. No performances. There is definitely no monkey business going on.  In a zoo, training programs for wildlife are some of the most complex and beneficial parts of daily life for … Continued

EPISODE #6 – RAISING THE NEXT GENERATION OF GIRAFFE Caring for a giraffe herd is a tall order, literally.  Standing more than 14 feet, the world’s tallest land mammals are some of the most unique and fascinating herd animals on … Continued

EPISODE #5 – AN EMBASSY (FULL OF ANIMALS) What exactly is an Animal Embassy? This United Nations-esqe place for wildlife is home to a wide array of animals who act as ambassadors for their species and for conservation. Margaret Rose-Innes, the Maryland … Continued

EPISODE #4 – PENGUINS. PENGUINS. AND MORE PENGUINS. They’re everywhere.  In movies.  On TV.  Advertisements.  But with all their presence in popular culture, penguins are unfortunately not as visible any longer in the wild. With more than 60 penguins, the … Continued

EPISODE #3 – LION CUBS, EXPECTING THE UNEXPECTED Let us tell you a tail of three little lions.  Mammal Collection and Conservation Manager Carey Ricciardone shares the story behind a two year effort to raise and care for cubs.  Born … Continued

EPISODE #2 – A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY TO SAVE A SPECIES They’re little, yellow and critically endangered. On this episode of Off Exhibit, learn what’s being done to save Panamanian Golden Frogs from extinction, something that’s already happened in the wild. … Continued

EPISODE #1 – CARING FOR AFRICAN ELEPHANTS Learn what it’s like to manage a herd of the world’s largest land mammals. Elephant expert and Maryland Zoo General Curator Mike McClure shares what makes elephants so unique and why working with … Continued