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𦦠Sea otter party! π Our three rescued sea otters celebrated Libbyβs 13th birthday with a seafood paste cake topped with capelin candles, icy fish treats, and an ice-filled piΓ±ata! ππͺ
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πΉ: Keeper Kristyn
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Kali was born at the Zoo on April 17, 2013. Because she was hand-raised, sheβs very interactive with her keepers. Kali loves attention and will sometimes whine when she thinks sheβs not getting enough of it, keepers say! Sheβs pretty laid back most of the time but will protect whatβs important to her β like her dinner.
πΈ: Keeper Katie
Today is Libbyβs 13th birthday! π₯³ Libby is a Southern sea otter who was found abandoned in the wild at just 24 hours old. The rescued otter arrived at her βfurβever home, Point Defiance Zoo, as a fluffy six-month-old pup. 𦦠Libby is the smallest of our three rescued Southern sea otters, but that has never stopped her from toting along her otter pals, Clara and Moea, for a swim or a snuggle. π Happy birthday, Libby! π
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πΈ The five-month-old tiny Solomon Island leaf froglets hatched at the Zoo are doing well and are now hunting crickets. These frogs are one of the few frogs with no tadpole stage. The frogletβs current size is now larger than a skittle! π
πΉ: Keeper Lisa
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Happy #WorldTapirDay to our dynamic tapir pair, Baku and Yuna! When tapirs are excited (especially by another tapir), they make sneezing hiccups, high-pitched squeals, and ear-piercing whistles. π
π π― Happy World Veterinary Day! π π
Today, we`re celebrating the incredible dedication and expertise of our amazing veterinary team at Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium! π From tiny fish to massive walruses, Dr. Karen, Dr. Kadie, and Dr. Cassidy work tirelessly to ensure the health and well-being of all our beloved animals. πΎ Their passion, compassion, and commitment shine through in everything they do. π Thank you for your unwavering dedication and for being the heart and soul of our zoo and aquarium family! π
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Happy #WorldTapirDay! A tapir calf is born with extra rows of white dots (like a watermelon) to help it blend with its surroundings in the wild. π Here is a throwback to baby Kazu, who was born at Point Defiance Zoo and now lives at Zoo Miami.
The annual worldwide City Nature Challenge starts today! π Get out into nature and document your findings using the FREE iNaturalist app through April 29. π± Will you document the most unusual species? π¦ Learn more at pdza.org/city-nature-challenge π¦
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