Habitat 52 Spring 2018

detroitzoo.org • HABITAT | 3 Your Guide to This Habitat March/April/May 2018 • Issue 52 On the cover: Japanese giant salamander feature article 4  Seeing Salamanders Eye To Eye The Japanese giant salamanders’ new home takes your view of these fascinating amphibians to a new level. attractions 7  They’re Coming Back Dinosauria , the largest dinosaur exhibit of its kind in the country, is returning. 7  Wild Adventure Zone Visit the Ice Age simulator ride adventure and catch the latest 4-D Theater showings . events 8  Bunnyville, Zoo Brew, Sunset at the Zoo and More The Detroit Zoo is hopping this time of year. Join us for Bunnyville, Zoo Brew, Mother’s Day Brunch, Wildlife Conservation Gala and Sunset at the Zoo , plus seasonal activities that are free with Zoo admission. education 10  Fostering Empathy for Animals Help for parents, teachers or mentors working to build animal empathy in kids. 10  GreenFest at the Detroit Zoo Get a jump start on Earth Day with a special celebration and sustainability tour. 11  Safari Camp 2018 It’s time! Registration is open, offering day, evening and weeklong camp options. volunteers 12  In the Know and On the Go New volunteer orientation sessions are open March through May. sustainability 12  New Flower Blossoms at the Detroit Zoo That 16-foot flower? It’s the first of its kind in Michigan, the first at any zoo and it’s delivering 4,000 kilowatts of electricity. belle isle nature center 13  Leap into Spring at the Belle Isle Nature Center Celebrate Daylight Saving Time at Spring Forward , enjoy the excitement at Mudpuppypalooza and join conservation specialists at Green Day . you make a dif ference 14  Seal the Deal with a New Zoo Experience See and learn about the seals like never before. 14  More Memorable Zoo Experiences Discover the full range of special Zoo Experiences. 15  The Gift of Education See how your gift to the Detroit Zoological Society can help provide new possibilities for local children and families. membership 16  What Does Your Membership Really Mean? It’s a year’s supply of Vitamin Z for you — plus, your membership makes a world of difference. See how. INSIDE: Salamanders’ New Home • Attractions • Zoo Experiences H AABITAT 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 Ma r c h /Ap r i l / Ma y 2 0 18 • I SSUE 52 SEEING SALAMANDERS EYE TO EYE