Zoos

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

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021

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.

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. Announces Second Quarter Earnings Release Date And Conference Call Information

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS)announced today that it will release its second quarter financial results before the market opens on Thursday, August 5, 2021.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., July 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS)announced today that it will release its second quarter financial results before the market opens on Thursday, August 5, 2021.
  • The release and the conference call can be accessed via the Company's website at www.SeaWorldInvestors.com .
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Place and Sea Rescue.
  • Copies of this and other news releases as well as additional information about SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. can be obtained online at www.seaworldentertainment.com .

SeaWorld Orlando Claims Top Spots as #1 Theme Park and Mako Wins Top Coaster Again in the USA Today 10Best Reader's Poll!

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Monday, July 12, 2021

SeaWorld Orlando has been voted the Best Amusement Park in the county by USA Today readers as a part of the USA Today 10Best Reader's Choice competition.

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  • SeaWorld Orlando has been voted the Best Amusement Park in the county by USA Today readers as a part of the USA Today 10Best Reader's Choice competition.
  • The nominees are chosen by a panel of experts and 10Best editors, and the top 10 are determined by popular vote.
  • This is the first year that SeaWorld Orlando has taken the number 1 slot in both polls simultaneously!
  • We love the enthusiasm of our park guests and appreciate their votes for this tremendous honor," said Park President Kyle Miller.

For The First Time Ever, Howl-O-Scream To Terrify SeaWorld Orlando, As The Nighttime Halloween Event For Fright Seekers And Horror Fiends Arrives This Fall

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Friday, June 4, 2021

"SeaWorld Orlando fans love our extensive event line-up which includes a special event taking place every weekend of the year.

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  • "SeaWorld Orlando fans love our extensive event line-up which includes a special event taking place every weekend of the year.
  • Adding Howl-O-Scream to the calendar provides the missing element of a fright-filled Halloween event that we know our guests will welcome.
  • With this addition, we become the only theme park in Orlando to offer both a daytime family-friendly Halloween and a nighttime horror Halloween for thrill seekers," says SeaWorld Orlando Park President Kyle Miller.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Place and Sea Rescue.

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

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Friday, May 21, 2021

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.

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. Announces First Quarter Earnings Release Date And Conference Call Information

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Tuesday, April 13, 2021

b'ORLANDO, Fla., April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS)announced today that it will release its first quarter financial results before the market opens on Thursday, May 6, 2021.

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  • b'ORLANDO, Fla., April 13, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS)announced today that it will release its first quarter financial results before the market opens on Thursday, May 6, 2021.
  • In conjunction with the release, the Company has scheduled a conference call, which will be broadcast live over the internet on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 9 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • The SeaWorld rescue team has helped more than 38,000 animals in need over the Company\'s history.
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Place and Sea Rescue.

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

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Tuesday, April 6, 2021

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.

SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. Announces Fourth Quarter And Fiscal 2020 Earnings Release Date And Conference Call Information

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Tuesday, February 2, 2021

ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS)announced today that it will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2020 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, February 25, 2021.

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  • ORLANDO, Fla., Feb. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE: SEAS)announced today that it will release its fourth quarter and fiscal 2020 financial results before the market opens on Thursday, February 25, 2021.
  • The release and the conference call can be accessed via the Company's website at www.SeaWorldInvestors.com .
  • SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. owns or licenses a portfolio of recognized brands including SeaWorld, Busch Gardens, Aquatica, Sesame Place and Sea Rescue.
  • Copies of this and other news releases as well as additional information about SeaWorld Entertainment, Inc. can be obtained online at www.seaworldentertainment.com .

Oakland Zoo Backs New Initiative Aimed at Ending Zoonotic Disease Threats

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Friday, January 15, 2021

A zoonotic disease is a disease that can be transmitted from animals to people or, more specifically, a disease that normally exists in animals but that can infect humans.

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  • A zoonotic disease is a disease that can be transmitted from animals to people or, more specifically, a disease that normally exists in animals but that can infect humans.
  • To address this crisis, Oakland Zoo and the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) are launching a new initiative.
  • "Reduce the Risk: A Crisis in Human and Animal Health" aims to reduce zoonotic disease threats by combating wildlife trade that poses a risk to human and animal health.
  • As a wildlife conservation organization, this is at the heart of our mission," said Dr. Joel Parrott, President, and CEO of Oakland Zoo.

Discovery Cove Awarded the Best Marine Mammal Park by Global Brand Awards 2020

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Thursday, January 14, 2021

LONDON, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Cove has won the 'Best Marine Mammal Park' award at this year's Global Brand Awards.

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  • LONDON, Jan. 14, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Discovery Cove has won the 'Best Marine Mammal Park' award at this year's Global Brand Awards.
  • The Global Brand Awards is an annual awards program held by Global Brands Magazine (GBM) , headquartered in the UK.
  • Jay Reddy, Head of Branding at Global Brands Magazine, commented:"We are delighted to award Discovery Cove with this prestigious honour as the 'Best Marine Mammal Park'.
  • Global Brand Awards was established with the aim of honouring excellence in performance and rewarding companies across different sectors.