Spring 2020 Habitat Issue

detroitzoo.org • HABITAT | 3 Your Guide to This Habitat March/April/May 2020 • Issue 60 On the cover: Chimpanzees Bubbles and Akira in their habitat. feature article 4  Their Best Life Learn how expansive habitats at the Detroit Zoo give residents a better life. 7  Celebrating Wildlife Don’t miss these special days with activities that are free with Zoo admission. volunteers 8  Sharing Their Time and Passion Explore the many Detroit Zoological Society volunteer opportunities. education 8  Try on New Identities at the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center See how our programs and exhibits help visitors discover new careers and passions. 9  Play the Part: Gain a Whole New Perspective What would life be like as an animal welfare researcher or a conservation officer? Find out. zoo events 10  Mother’s Day Brunch, Zoo Brew and More Catch our signature gala events, Bunnyville and Run Wild too — the Zoo will be hopping from now through summer. belle isle nature center 12  Insect Hotel Offers Great Accommodations at the Belle Isle Nature Center Look for it in the Backyards for Wildlife area, and see who’s checked in! you make a dif ference 13  Gorillas on the Line 2020 Protect gorilla populations. Recycle small electronics at the Zoo now through April 30. 13  Join Us in Celebrating Mother Earth at the Detroit Zoo Mark your calendars for the 8th annual GreenFest on Mother’s Day! 15  As One Family Grows, So Grows Their Love for the Zoo Meet Wendy Beistline and her family. 16  The Power of Giving You have many ways to give… and even more reasons. 16  The Renaissance Circle Find out how to join, and learn about the special benefits. membership 16  Every Animal Has a Story… Your membership helps more animals have happy ones. INSIDE: CelebratingWildlife · InsectHotel · RunWild THEIR BEST LIFE H ABITAT A Celebrating and Saving Wildlife The Magazine of the Detroit Zoological Society March/April/May 2020 • ISSUE 60