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California Condor Recovery Program Implements Vaccines in Pre-Release Condors Based on Early Trial Results

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Monday, October 16, 2023
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LOS ANGELES and SAN DIEGO, and PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service (Service) is sharing early results from the historic vaccine trial for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in California condors (Gymnogyps californianus). As reported by the Service's Incident Command leading the effort, results from the first test group showed that 60% of the condors produced measurable antibodies that are expected to provide partial protection against mortality from HPAI if the birds are exposed.

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  • Fish & Wildlife Service (Service) is sharing early results from the historic vaccine trial for highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in California condors (Gymnogyps californianus).
  • Zoo), San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance (SDZWA), and the Oregon Zoo as longtime California Condor Recovery Program partners, and with a new recovery partner, the Carolina Raptor Center.
  • None of this important work would be possible without the collaboration from all our partners," said Ashleigh Blackford, California Condor Recovery Program Coordinator for the Service.
  • The California Condor Recovery Program has long been an example of how partnerships can help promote recovery of endangered species.

Susan G. Komen® Hosts Annual 2023 Oregon and Northwest Washington MORE THAN PINK Walk

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Friday, August 18, 2023
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PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, will be hosting the return of the 2023 Oregon and Northwest Washington MORE THAN PINK Walk on Saturday, September 16. The annual Walk will be held for the first time at the Oregon Zoo.  

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  • PORTLAND, Ore., Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen® , the world's leading breast cancer organization, will be hosting the return of the 2023 Oregon and Northwest Washington MORE THAN PINK Walk on Saturday, September 16.
  • The annual Walk will be held for the first time at the Oregon Zoo.
  • Walk participants will include breast cancer survivors, metastatic breast cancer thrivers, co-survivors and supporters of Susan G. Komen.
  • Please contact Deb Song at [email protected] for interviews, live-shots Interviews with event attendees, Komen staff, and honorees can be granted upon request.

OnPoint Community Credit Union Employees Direct More Than $100,000 to Oregon and Southwest Washington Non-Profits

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
Health, Volunteering, Cascade AIDS Project, Credit union, Welding, Sherman, Child, Big Brothers Big Sisters, HIV, Organization, Mentorship, Linn, Oregon Zoo, Wheeler, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America, CDC, Friends, Lincoln, Family, Skamania, AIDS, Family centered care, Multimedia, Cascade, Environment & Energy Publishing, Education, Housing, Management, Pharmaceutical industry, Medicine, Toy

Each year, OnPoint provides every employee with $100 to split however they wish between three non-profits making a difference in the community.

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  • Each year, OnPoint provides every employee with $100 to split however they wish between three non-profits making a difference in the community.
  • "As a community credit union, giving back to our neighbors is a core value for each of our employees," said Rob Stuart, President and Chief Executive Officer, OnPoint Community Credit Union.
  • It is the oldest and largest community-based provider of HIV services, housing, education, and advocacy in Oregon and Southwest Washington.
  • Founded in 1932, OnPoint Community Credit Union is the largest credit union in Oregon, serving more than 489,000 members and with assets of $9.3 billion.

Portland Summer Concert Series Kicks Off in The Square with Three Sold-Out Shows

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Tuesday, June 21, 2022
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Pioneer Courthouse Square (The Square) and True West, one of the leading independent concert promoters and event producers in the Pacific Northwest, launched its PDX LIVE concert series with three sold-out shows this past weekend.

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  • Pioneer Courthouse Square (The Square) and True West, one of the leading independent concert promoters and event producers in the Pacific Northwest, launched its PDX LIVE concert series with three sold-out shows this past weekend.
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    Saturday night opener, Andrew Bird performs to a sold-out crowd of more than 3000 in attendance at The Square in Downtown Portland.
  • PDX LIVE, Portland's newest concert series, kicked off with three sold-out shows headlined by the Indigo Girls on Friday, Iron & Wine on Saturday, and Tenacious D on Sunday.
  • This summer concert series is a great showcase of the Squares mission to create positive energy in the center of our city.

Getting A Leg-Up On Extinction: Why Oakland Zoo Rears Frogs

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
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Today marks Oakland Zoo's 18th release, with 626 yellow-legged frogs across 3 different species all of them categorized as "threatened."

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  • Today marks Oakland Zoo's 18th release, with 626 yellow-legged frogs across 3 different species all of them categorized as "threatened."
  • A tremendous amount of work goes into the frogrelease programs at Oakland Zoo, before the frogs are viable enough to be released back into the wild.
  • This conservation effort will continue at Oakland Zoo, in partnership with San Francisco Zoo & Gardens, the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, and National Park Service, as long the species remains threatened.
  • After today's release, Oakland Zoo Biodiversity Center is holding another 230 adult frogs as they await their release later this summer.

Calgary Zoo and Blackline Safety Partner to Protect Endangered Species

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
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The Calgary Zoo and Blackline Safety (TSX: BLN) today announced a new partnership to protect wildlife and wildlife places, while safeguarding the people who tend to them.

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  • The Calgary Zoo and Blackline Safety (TSX: BLN) today announced a new partnership to protect wildlife and wildlife places, while safeguarding the people who tend to them.
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    The Calgary Zoo and Blackline Safety's partnership will help protect wildlife and wildlife places, while safeguarding the people who tend to them.
  • It takes a team of dedicated, innovative, and detail-oriented people to care for the incredible animals at the Calgary Zoo, said Jamie Dorgan, Director of Animal Care for the Calgary Zoo.
  • The Calgary Zoo is a globally recognized conservation organization that guides, innovates, and applies scientific solutions to restore some of the worlds most endangered species.

Mountain Lion Roaming San Francisco Bernal Heights Neighborhood Brought To Oakland Zoo

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Friday, May 21, 2021
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Calif., May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Oakland Zoo assisted with the rescue of a two-year-old male mountain lion found in San Francisco this morning by California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CADFW) officers.

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  • Calif., May 20, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Oakland Zoo assisted with the rescue of a two-year-old male mountain lion found in San Francisco this morning by California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CADFW) officers.
  • He was transported to Oakland Zoo for a temporary stay while receiving a complete exam, bloodwork, and preventative care vaccines.\nMr.
  • Handsome, unofficially named by Oakland Zoo veterinary staff, was placed in a holding area of the Zoo\'s Veterinary Hospital overnight until examinations this morning.
  • He was determined to have a total bill of health- strong, hydrated, and at a healthy weight of 98.5 lbs.

Oakland Zoo Launches 'Taking Action Against the Illegal Wildlife Trade' Campaign with New Exhibit

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Oakland Zoo, Oregon Zoo, California, Zoos, States of the United States

OAKLAND, Calif., April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Oakland Zoo Conservation Society of California is Taking Action against the illegal wildlife trade with a new Zoo-wide, multi-platform campaign.

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  • OAKLAND, Calif., April 5, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Oakland Zoo Conservation Society of California is Taking Action against the illegal wildlife trade with a new Zoo-wide, multi-platform campaign.
  • "As my final project at the Oakland Zoo before my retirement, the new 'Inside the Illegal Wildlife Trade' exhibit represents one of the most important messages we can convey to our guests to help protect wildlife worldwide.
  • The launch of the campaign coincides with the grand opening of the 'Inside the Illegal Wildlife Trade' exhibit, located in the Zoo's African Savanna area.
  • The stories of the confiscated animals now living at Oakland Zoo help demonstrate the devastation the illegal wildlife trade causes.

Because Apes Are Hairy Too, MANSCAPED™ Supports the San Diego Zoo!

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Wednesday, November 25, 2020
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20201125005432/en/
    As a proud partner of the San Diego Zoo, MANSCAPED supports the enriching experiences program which provides the wildlife with increased opportunities to thrive every day!
  • San Diego Zoo Global is grateful for MANSCAPEDs support of our Ape Cam, allowing fans to virtually engage from their smartphone or computer with the orangutans and siamangs at the San Diego Zoo, said Kim Livingstone, wildlife care supervisor, San Diego Zoo.
  • Hairy as they may be, the ever-fascinating orangutans have been delighting San Diego Zoo guests and staff since 1928.
  • About San Diego Zoo Global:
    As a leader in conservation, the work of San Diego Zoo Global includes on-site wildlife conservation efforts (representing both plants and animals) at the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research, as well as international field programs on six continents.

Breaking News: FOUR PAWS supports rescue of over 30 zoo animals in Pakistan

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Monday, August 31, 2020
Amir Khalil, Kaavan, Oregon Zoo, Four Paws, Animal welfare organizations, Animal welfare, Animals

Now FOUR PAWS, the Pakistani Ministry of Climate Change, and the Islamabad Wildlife Management Board (IWMB) are working together to safely relocate the remaining zoo animals.

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  • Now FOUR PAWS, the Pakistani Ministry of Climate Change, and the Islamabad Wildlife Management Board (IWMB) are working together to safely relocate the remaining zoo animals.
  • There are over 30 animals - two Himalayan brown bears, three wolves, twelve monkeys, one deer, and over fourteen rabbits waiting to be saved.
  • An experienced team of FOUR PAWS veterinarians and experts, including Dr. Amir Khalil, are currently on site to prepare the animals for their departure.
  • Among the more than 30 animals is elephant Kaavan, who achieved worldwide fame thanks to an international rescue campaign.