Rosamond Gifford Zoo Invites Visitors to Sweet Treats Event

Posted on February 5, 2024

In celebration of Valentine’s Day, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo will host its annual Sweet Treats event, in which animal care personnel will present heart-shaped and Valentine’s-themed enrichment items to the animals of the zoo.

These holiday treats serve as enrichment for the animals, stimulating their natural instincts while providing variety and intrigue to keep their bodies and minds healthy and engaged.\

“Everyone at the zoo loves receiving a Valentine’s – including the animals!” said Ted Fox, executive director of the zoo. “Sweet Treats gives our guests a greater understanding of animal enrichment, and the event always makes for an entertaining and educating day.”

Sweet Treats will take place from 10 – 4 p.m. on Sunday, February 11. The Rosamond Gifford Zoo looks forward to sharing this celebration with the zoo community. This event is free for members and with paid zoo admission.

Schedule:

10:30am

Cranes

11am

Amur Tiger

11:30am

Siamang Ape

12pm

Golden Lion Tamarins

12:30pm

Penguin

1pm

Andean Bear

1:30pm

Red River Hog

2pm

Elephant

2:30pm

Tropical River Exhibit

3pm

Komodo

3:30pm

Diversity of Birds Exhibit

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