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April the Tapir turns 30!April the Tapir turns 30! And what a celebration it was! Over 250 people came to the zoo and big smiles were seen everywhere. Environmental Educato... Read More... 
The Lucky Boy TransformationThe Lucky Boy Transformation OK! It is “True Confessions” time. At The Belize Zoo, when we received our emaciated rescued black jaguar in mid July, ... Read More... 
30 Years Old and Soaring!30 Years Old and Soaring!The Belize Zoo has been a part of the nation’s profile for thirty years now. And, to celebrate this important time, a specia... Read More... 
Sign of the TimesSign of the TimesA fun coincidence occurred at The Best Little Zoo in the World. Thirty years to the very day when a small wooden sign was placed in... Read More...  |
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When Hurricane Richard tore through The Belize Zoo on the 24th of October of last year, we sadly acknowledged that our windy visitor caused the disappearance of our very beloved Spectacled Owl, "Hoodwink", also known as "Hoodie". Along with other exhibits, Hoodwink's home had been ripped apart. Most likely very frightened, our "Hoodie" flew off. We could only hope that this beautiful owl was somewhere close by on Zoo premises, and would return.
Some of the coolest members of The Belize Zoo are rarely seen. Hector the Hicatee is a perfect example. He is always in our large fish pond; a happy Hicatee, but out of view…..Let's have a look at this unique turtle. The Central American River Turtle, or "Hicatee" as called in Belize, is a special species, and one that has been given the unfortunate status by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature, IUCN, as critically endangered. There is a current listing of the top 25 most endangered turtles in the world. Hector’s species is among them.
There have been fun and fantastic birthday parties at the zoo, but how about getting married at The Best Little Zoo in the world? For those who are fans of the animal world, the zoo offers a perfect venue for that very special day.
Although he is unaware of the excitement, "Panama" the Harpy Eagle at The Belize Zoo has a new and significant role to play as an ambassador for his species. We are adding an empowered message to his profile: "Look at me! Aren’t i beautiful and grand! Aand my species lives in the bladen nature resereve, one of the last wild places in all of central america! Protect these forests and the harpy eagle will be part of your natural history forever!"