ENDANGERED SPECIES DAY at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo will be observing Endangered Species Day on Friday, May 21, 2010 with some special presentations at select animal exhibits and habitats. They will lead up to the observance by highlighting different animal conservation programs each day of the week. These conservation programs are all included in the Zoo’s “Quarters for Conservation” initiative that Zoo guests support with 25 cent votes each time they visit. Most presentations run from 11 am to 2 pm, but it is suggested that guests get schedules at the Zoo front gate when they arrive.

The schedule for presentations during the week is:

Tues., May 18
Wild African Vultures
Wild Orangutans and Their Forest
Habitat / Palm Oil Education


Wed., May 19
Snow Leopards
Panama Amphibian Rescue Project


Thurs., May 20
Wild Amur Leopards
Wyoming Toads
Bat Conservation
Asiatic Bears
Mexican Grey Wolves


Fri., May 21
South African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds
Black-footed Ferrets


Endangered Species Day is an opportunity for people young and old to learn about the importance of protecting endangered species and everyday actions that people can take to help protect our nation’s disappearing wildlife and last remaining open space.

Protecting America’s wildlife and plants today is a legacy we leave to our children and grandchildren, so that all Americans can experience the rich variety of native species that help to define our nation.

Started by the United States Senate, Endangered Species Day is the third Friday in May. Every year, thousands of people throughout the country celebrate Endangered Species Day at parks, wildlife refuges, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, libraries, schools and community centers. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is proud to be a part of this important observation.