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Kali, the endangered Sumatran tiger, celebrated her 11th birthday with meatballs topped with whipped cream, a tasty meat-sicle cake, and enrichment toys (and veggies like cabbage and celery) to chew on and play with! 🎂 Born at the Zoo, Kali has been a beloved member of our family since day one. Happy birthday, Kali, we love you! ❤️
Join us in wishing Kali, the endangered Sumatran tiger, a very happy 11th birthday! 🐅🎉
Nope, aliens have not invaded your screen. 👽 You are watching one of our new Giant Shield mantises enjoy a fly treat. 🪰 Meet this incredible insect in person during our Bugs Alive program, starting May 4! 🪲

📹: Assistant curator Maureen
Libby snuggling and carrying Clara around! 🦦💕🦦

📹: Keeper Kristyn

#seaotter #seaotters #otter #otters #bestfriends #cuteanimals
Aries celebrates his 8th birthday today! 🎉 Behind the scenes, the playful gibbon enjoys delicious sunflower seeds, raisins, and other tasty treats hidden inside wrapped presents for enrichment! 🥰

📹: Keeper Katie
Sunday snooze! 💤 

📸: Keeper Katie

#tapir #sundaysnooze #naptime #pointdefiancezoo #zoo #cuteanimals