May 9, 2013
The zoo is now home to three mulefoot hogs, a breed of domestic pig that is classified as critically rare by The American Livestock Breeds Conservancy.
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May 6, 2013
Tiger moms, mother geese, mommy deer—we have them all. On Mother’s Day, we honor some of our favorite matriarchs of the New York Zoos and Aquarium.
April 17, 2013
Brood II cicadas are periodic creatures that hatch every 17 years. They’re known for their dark-colored bodies, bright red eyes, and bright red veins along their wings.
April 5, 2013
The New York Aquarium is on track to help spark a Coney Island comeback from Hurricane Sandy.
February 26, 2013
Hurricane Sandy damaged the New York Aquarium, as well as other Coney Island landmarks. For months, the aquarium has been closed to the public while repairs are made, but WCS has just announced that the facility will partially reopen during late spring 2013.
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