ZooTampa at Lowry Park

ConnectWise Sponsors Great Horned Owl Habitat at ZooTampa

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ConnectWise , the world’s leading software company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers (TSPs), has today announced it has become a Presenting Sponsor of ZooTampa at Lowry Park’s Great Horned Owl Habitat.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ConnectWise , the world’s leading software company dedicated to the success of IT solution providers (TSPs), has today announced it has become a Presenting Sponsor of ZooTampa at Lowry Park’s Great Horned Owl Habitat.
  • As part of the sponsorship, ConnectWise signage will appear near the habitat, which currently hosts two great horned owls, Raviowli and Owlfredo.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome ConnectWise as a sponsor of our owl habitat,” said Joe Couceiro, President and CEO at ZooTampa.
  • “We are excited to bring awareness to this amazing species and celebrate the two great horned owls, Raviowli and Owlfredo.”

ZooTampa and Tampa General Hospital Announce Long-Term Partnership to Promote a Healthier Community

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Tuesday, January 31, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Children's Hospital announced today a multi-year partnership that will focus on enhancing the health of visitors and residents by creating new family-friendly experiences and opportunities for wellness.

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  • TGH Children's Hospital is named as the official and exclusive medical partner of the Zoo; will sponsor new activities and guest experiences.
  • TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- ZooTampa at Lowry Park and Tampa General Hospital (TGH) Children's Hospital announced today a multi-year partnership that will focus on enhancing the health of visitors and residents by creating new family-friendly experiences and opportunities for wellness.
  • "TGH Children's Hospital and ZooTampa share many common values, the most important of which is our relentless commitment to the health and wellness of our Tampa Bay community and its wildlife," said Tampa General Hospital President and CEO John Couris.
  • "This partnership between TGH Children's Hospital and ZooTampa offers a unique opportunity to bring families together to celebrate both wildlife and wellness, including learning about how they can prioritize their health while having fun together" said Melissa Golombek, senior administrator of TGH Children's Hospital and the TGH Women's Institute.

Florida Bitcoin and Blockchain Summit Kicks Off this Week

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Tuesday, November 1, 2022
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FBBS is a truly unique gathering with the core aim of making Florida the leader in blockchain and financial technology.

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  • FBBS is a truly unique gathering with the core aim of making Florida the leader in blockchain and financial technology.
  • FBBS is Floridas first blockchain & fintech in Florida focused event, driving innovation and partnerships across the rapidly evolving financial technology sector.
  • The Florida Bitcoin and Blockchain Summit will also host a fundraiser during lunch for those impacted by Hurricane Ian.
  • To see the complete agenda, visit https://floridablockchainsummit.com/schedule/
    The Florida Bitcoin & Blockchain Summit is Floridas first blockchain & fintech in Florida focused event, highlighting the ever-expanding financial technology industry.

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.

Endangered Malayan tapir calf born at ZooTampa at Lowry Park

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Thursday, December 20, 2018
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TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Christmas came early at ZooTampa at Lowry Park, where a new bundle of joy just arrived.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Dec. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Christmas came early at ZooTampa at Lowry Park, where a new bundle of joy just arrived.
  • Ubi, an endangered Malayan tapir, delivered a healthy fourth calf early in the morning on Dec. 17.
  • The new calf is the 12th Malayan Tapir born at ZooTampa.
  • A Tapir calf will have a very distinctive coat pattern when first born, made up of a series of spots and stripes to help camouflage the baby.

First Litter of African Painted Dogs Born at ZooTampa at Lowry Park

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Wednesday, November 7, 2018
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TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- ZooTampa at Lowry Park is celebrating the births of seven rare African painted dog pups.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Nov. 7, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- ZooTampa at Lowry Park is celebrating the births of seven rare African painted dog pups.
  • The multi-colored pups are the first of this endangered African species to be born at the Zoo.
  • "We are one of only a few zoos playing as leading role in the work to save the charismatic African painted dog.
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park is home to more than 1,300 animals, many of which are endangered species facing serious threats in the wild and is one of only a few zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) with African painted dogs.

Southern White Rhinoceros Gives Birth at ZooTampa at Lowry Park

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Friday, September 21, 2018
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TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrations are taking place at ZooTampa at Lowry Park's southern white rhinoceros' habitat.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrations are taking place at ZooTampa at Lowry Park's southern white rhinoceros' habitat.
  • Mother Alake gave birth to a calf on September 12, marking the sixth successful southern white rhino birth and ninth rhino in the Zoo's history.
  • The northern white rhino, a relative of the southern white rhino, have been considered extinct in the wild, with only two remaining in professional care.
  • ZooTampa at Lowry Park is operated by the Lowry Park Zoological Society, an independent 501(c)(3) charitable organization committed to excellence in conservation, education, recreation and research.

Mysterious, Rarely Seen Species One Step Closer to Survival with New Birth

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Wednesday, August 29, 2018
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Okapi (pronounced oh-COP-ee) are the only living relative of the giraffe and are found in the remote forests of central Africa.

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  • Okapi (pronounced oh-COP-ee) are the only living relative of the giraffe and are found in the remote forests of central Africa.
  • The okapi's birth draws much-needed attention to a shy animal in desperate need of saving.
  • The calf will spend its time in the nest leaving only to nurse," said Chris Massaro, General Curator at ZooTampa at Lowry Park.
  • "Unfortunately, their numbers continue to decline, due to human encroachment and hunting, making this an extremely important birth for ZooTampa and the Species Survival Plan to protect wildlife."