Habitat 42 Fall 2015

detroitzoo.org • HABITAT | 3 Your Guide to This Habitat September/October/November 2015 • Issue 42 feature articles 4  Each One Matters Our planet’s ecosystem depends on all its creatures. Here’s a look at what the Detroit Zoological Society is doing to help some of the most vulnerable. volunteers 6  Never Too Busy To Volunteer In appreciation of the busy people who make up our volunteer base. zoo events 7  Sunset at the Zoo “Summer Chill” A look back at one of our coolest events yet. 8  Meet Your Best Friend at the Zoo, Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo, Zoo Brew and Senior Day Mark your calendar for these exciting September events. 10  Zoo Boo, Polar Beers and Breakfast and Dinner with Santa Zoo Boo tickets go on sale September 1. Plus, get into the holiday spirit with a new 21-and-older event, Polar Beers — and choose your date for Breakfast with Santa and Dinner with Santa. 12  Green Tips Three ways to recognize National Wildlife Day. belle isle nature zoo 12  The “Naturalist” Camp at the Belle Isle Nature Zoo The environmental stewardship buzz continues. education 13  Thoughtful Pet Choices Considering an iguana or parrot? Here are some things to ask before bringing a new pet into your home. 13  Wonders of the Wetlands — Volunteen Zoo Corps – Interactive Experiences Our Volunteer Zoo Corps helped guests fully appreciate the wetlands this past summer. This fall, watch for them at Zoo Boo for some hands-on activities about bats. support 14  There’s So Much To Do at Your Detroit Zoo Find out how you can create lifelong memories with these special experiences! 15  PPCC Takes Shape Can you believe we built an iceberg over the summer? The future Polk Penguin Conservation Center (PPCC) is becoming a reality. 15  A Gift for Life Help ensure a bright future for the Detroit Zoo. 15  Renaissance Circle Join Renaissance Circle and get your “insider” ticket to the Detroit Zoo! membership 16  You’re Getting Easier to Recognize! Special decals recognize our Members with more than five years of membership in the Detroit Zoological Society. H ABITAT Celebrating and Saving Wildlife T h e M a g a z i n e o f t h e D e t r o i t Z o o l o g i c a l S o c i e t y Se p t emb e r / Oc t o b e r / Novemb e r 2 015 • I SSUE 42 Each One Matters A look at our planet’s fragile ecosystem INSIDE: Fall Events • Volunteers • Recognizing Our Members On the cover: Siamese Crocodile • Snow Leopard Puerto Rican Crested Toad DZS mobile app for the iPhone ® and Android ® ! 4 Stay up to date on Zoo hours, prices and information on habitats and attractions 4 Make the most of your visit with a GPS-enabled interactive map 4 Learn about upcoming Zoo events and set reminders in your phone’s calendar for your favorite Zoo activities 4 Search a database of information on every animal, habitat, attraction and facility 4 Use the “Z-tector” QR code scanner for exclusive content 4 Join Junior Z and the Zooper Heroes on “Z-missions” and become a Zooper Hero, too!