Rossifari Podcast - Zoos, Aquariums, and Animal Conservation

Hey y'all! Big changes ahead...tune in for a real quick look at what they will be!

Dateline: March 31, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we look at the resolution between the AZA and the Columbus Zoo, discuss concerning security situations at the North Carolina Zoo, Detroit Zoo, and Toledo Zoo, bring you up to date on escaped birds at the Oakland Zoo, call for th...

Today, the Safari sits down with world-renowned Nat Geo Explorer Joel Sartore to discuss the creation of the Photo Ark in celebration of his new book, Insects! We talk about the incredible world of insects, what led to the start of the Photo Ark, how exactly he gets all those amazing photos, and ways that you can make a difference in your everyday life.  EPISODE LINKS:  www.joelsartore.com for a S...

Dateline: March 24, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we look at the Top Ten Lists from USA Today, including Best Zoos, Best Aquariums, Best Zoo Exhibits, and Best Botanical Gardens! We also talk about awards given to Brandywine Zoo and Aquarium of Niagara, new exhibits coming soon...

Today, the Safari heads back to Lehigh Valley Zoo, where we sit down with some penguins! Literally! On their rocks! We also sit there with Dani DiMarco, an incredible keeper who is here to tell us all about the penguins that live at Lehigh Valley Zoo. You'll get to listen in to a feeding session, meet the penguins, and hear what inspires Dani in her career, and how her unique life path led he...

Dateline: March 17, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   We start this week with a discussion about the IMATA/ABMA joint conference with special guest Kaeli Innes of Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium, and Safari Park!  In Zoo News, we discuss the death of Kiska the orca, talk about an elephant transfer...

Today, the Safari heads to a really small but mighty facility! The PA Bat Rescue is an absolutely incredible place taking care of animals that so many people don't care about or are actively afraid of. You'll hear from Stephanie Stronsick, the founder of the organization, and you're going to hear some really amazing stories, including a HUGE bit of news about White Nose Syndrome, so...

Dateline: March 10, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we discuss the new director of the ZAA, a  huge success story from the Texas Aquarium, a new exhibit at Newport Aquarium, incredible births at the Dallas Zoo, San Diego Zoo, and ZooMontana, another escape at the St. Louis Zoo, a...

Today, the Safari spends some time at Blank Park Zoo in Iowa and at the Naples Zoo in Florida to talk to Elizabeth and Brittany of the Fossa SSP. These two incredibly passionate keepers are here to convince you to fall in love with the incredible animal known as the fossa. And if you listen, it will work!  EPISODE LINKS:  @blankparkzoo on socials  @napleszoo on socials  naples_zoo.org blankparkzoo...

Dateline: March 3, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we discuss an escaped cheetah in Omaha, the new aviary at the National Zoo, how you can help zoos, a new sea turtle, a new tree kangaroo, some red panda movement  and so much more! In Conservation News, we talk about super pigs,...

Today, the Safari heads back to Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium, and Safari Park outside Phoenix, AZ, to talk to Krysta and Kaeli from the sea lion team there! We have so much fun discussing the individual personalities of the sea lions and the people on the team! We also talk a lot about training, and I get to share some of the amazing experiences I had with the sea lions with all of you! EPISODE LI...

Dateline: February 24, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we discuss the new Toss the Tusk events created by the AZA, talk about the Memphis Zoo social media pages, tell you who is the new PreZOOdent at Utica Zoo, talk about how the New England Aquarium is helping with legislation,...

Today the Safari heads back to Wildlife World Zoo, Aquarium, and Safari Park right outside Phoenix, AZ, to talk to the head of the bird department and spokesperson-in-training Danielle Hinderliter! Danielle is really passionate about working at the zoo she grew up at, and her love for the animals she takes care of shines through this entire episode.  EPISODE LINKS:  wildlifeworld.com  @wildlifewor...

Dateline: February 17, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we start with some hellos and goodbyes, share a cool story from Potter Park Zoo, tell you how you can support the Cincinnati Zoo this week, update you on the Central Park Zoo Eurasian eagle owl,  and more! In Conservation New...

Today, the Safari heads back to Toronto to talk to Robert Ng of the Australasia area! We talk about Puzzle the tree kangaroo, wombats, echidna, Fly River turtles, and of course, the red pandas at the zoo. We also do a deep dive on Dash, the red panda cub that was born at the zoo last year but didn't survive. It's a great tale about resilience, positive attitudes, and how an incredible te...

Dateline: February 10, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we bring you up to date on the ongoing vandalism situations at the Dallas Zoo, Zousiana, and the Central Park Zoo. We also talk about Adventure Aquarium's new giveaway, the Prezoodental election going on at Utica Zoo, a...

Today, the Safari heads back to Escondido, California, home of the San Diego Zoo Safari Park! My guest today is Dr. Lauren Howard, who is here to both talk about her career and to share a real deep dive on a disease that is taking the lives of young elephants in captivity and the wild, EEHV. This is a topic that has been requested repeatedly from fans, and wouldn't be possible without the hel...

Dateline: February 3, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we talk about more vandalism in Dallas, a potential copycat in Louisiana, do a deep dive into a shady rhino death, and more! In Conservation News, we talk about Pallas' cats, Marten reintroduction, good news for poached t...

Today, the Safari heads to Tempe, AZ, to visit SeaLife Aquarium, an AZA accredited facility with sharks, sea turtles, and so much more! My interview is with Natali Berry, an aquarist who is very passionate about her animals, signage, and conservation, so you KNOW we got along well.  EPISODE LINKS:  visitsealife.com/arizona/  @sealife_arizona on Insta  Search SeaLife Arizona on Facebook  ROSSIFARI...

Dateline: January 30, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we say goodbye to an elephant at the LA Zoo, talk about baby tree kangaroos, tell you how to get your ex eaten by a zoo animal, and more! In Conservation News, we talk about washed up whales and an extinct bird that isn't...

Hey y'all! Today, the episode went in a different direction than I expected, and I'm here for it! Instead of doing a  bunch of Zoo News stories, I did a deep dive into the controversy over the Paris Fashion Week dresses featuring lifelike but fully synthetic animal heads. I intended it to be the first part of the episode, but instead it's the whole thing. I'll have a more norma...

Today, the Safari heads back to Akron, Ohio, for a conversation with two friends of the pod: Elena and Lisa! Elena is the Marking and PR Manager of the Akron Zoo, and we spend about a half hour talking about the ins and outs of that job, how impactful it can be, how hurtful trolls can be, and why her and I have cracked "the code." Then, after that, we head into the red panda habitat with...

Dateline January 21, 2023: With excitement building all around the country as sign-ups for zoo camps begin, Rossifari Zoo News is here to bring you an interview with an actual zoo camper who attended zoo camp at Zoo America in Hershey, PA, last year! Tune in to find out what happens at zoo camp, how much fun it is, and why you should sign your child (or yourself, if you're allowed) up for zoo...

Dateline: January 20, 2023. Rossifari Zoo News is back with a round up of the latest news in the world of zoos, aquariums, conservation, and animal weirdness!   In Zoo News, we start with the top aquariums in the US, discuss the Dallas Zoo sabotage, talk about parthenogenesis at Shedd Aquarium, say goodbye to beloved animals at Akron, Zoo Atlanta, Woodland Park Zoo, and more! In Conservation News,...

Today, the Safari heads back to the Duke Lemur Center to bring you a second interview with Dr. Lydia Greene, the most popular Rossifari guest of 2022! She helps me interview Dr. Marina Blanco, a Duke Lemur Center scientist focused on hibernation in lemurs. Marina also just happens to be Lydia's wife! This episode is so much fun as we both delve into a very interesting and detailed scientific...