Public is invited to purchase birthday gift on new Amazon Wish List
COAL VALLEY, Ill. (July 10, 2017) – Niabi Zoo’s beloved buff-cheeked gibbon, CJ, is celebrating her 18th birthday at on Sat., July 15, and you’re invited!
The birthday celebration includes a special zookeeper chat at 11 a.m. outside the gibbon habitat and enrichment activities for the gibbons every hour on the hour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
“Gibbons are among the most endangered apes in the world,” said Lee Jackson, Niabi Zoo director, “We’re lucky to have this rare species in the Quad Cities.”
Gibbons have an expected lifespan of 50 years in the wild. They rarely descend to the ground, but prefer to spend their time swinging through the jungle at speeds up to 35 miles an hour. Although they spend most of their time in the tress, Gibbons walk upright more than any other ape.
In conjunction with the party, Niabi is debuting a new “Wish List” on Amazon.com which is made up of six lists including: general zoo wish list, bird wish list, carnivore wish list, hoofstock wish list, primate wish list and reptile wish list. Items compiled in these list vary from $5-$500, and are meant to enrich the lives of the animals at Niabi.
“We often get asked by the public what they can do to help us,” said Tammy Schmidt, Niabi Zoo assistant director, “The wish list is a great way for people to choose exactly the items they want to purchase to directly impact the lives of the animals at Niabi.”
To purchase CJ a present for her 18th Birthday, visit the primate wish list here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3AN3JEAQQ620W/ref=cm_go_nav_hz
To view all six lists: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/X2X03KMMZUBA/ref=cm_go_nav_hz
Cost of the birthday party activities including enrichment activities on the hour and the special Zookeeper Chat at 11 a.m. are included with general zoo admission. Admission costs $8.25 for adults, $7.25 for senior citizens (62+ years), $6.25 for kids (3-12 years old) and kids 2-years-old and under get in for free. Parking costs per vehicle is $3, with these incremental costs going directly to enhancement to Niabi’s local, regional and internal preservation and conservation efforts.
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About Niabi Zoo
Niabi Zoo offers an opportunity to explore more than 40 acres that encompass 200 animal species from multiple continents while enjoying the countryside of Rock Island county. This exploration guides guests through the discovery of more than 600 animals representing over 200 species from around the world. The Zoo places great emphasis on educating both children and adults about the importance of conservation and how they can play a part in saving species and their ecosystems for future generations. The educational center is an important part of their mission to connect the community with the natural world through conservation leadership and engaging educational experiences. Niabi Zoo strives to instill a sense of care and understanding for wild animals in each and every visitor as they work in the community.
To learn more about Niabi Zoo visit NiabiZoo.com.
