In a recent development that bodes well for India’s rich biodiversity, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has given the green light to create a novel tiger reserve in Rajasthan. This decision, made on August 22, 2023, marks a significant step forward in the ongoing efforts to safeguard the country’s wildlife. With this new addition,…
Read MoreWhat to do if you find baby wildlife….
If you see a baby deer, raccoon, or rabbit that seems to be alone, the first thing you should do is stay calm. It is important to remember that these animals are often left alone by their mothers for long periods of time, so just seeing them alone does not mean that they are orphaned….
Read MoreBig Cat Public Safety Act signed by President Biden
How ‘Tiger King’ helped kill the industry it made famous Landmark U.S. legislation bans cub petting, tiger selfies, and breeding big cats as pets. What does that mean for the thousands of captive cats? The lucrative cub-petting industry that the Netflix docuseries Tiger King thrust into the spotlight is now illegal in the United States. The Big…
Read MoreVideo Tour
This tour is designed for school aged children & is informative for all ages. This video was filmed a few years ago for the public library and does not reflect current improvements or changes in the animals and/or their exhibits.
Read MoreOverwintering Gray Squirrels
Cat Tales is the new home for a handful of gray squirrels that were orphaned in the late summer. The young squirrels were rehabbed at Washington State University (WSU) Wildlife Society and will spend the winter growing in their outdoor nest boxes located in our pine trees. Gray squirrels are native to this particular area…
Read MoreWhat Do Tigers Eat?
Tigers are carnivores and a carnivore’s basic diet consists of raw meat. Their dentition (teeth) and digestive system are developed to process animal proteins and not plant matter.
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