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Oakland Zoo Provides Care for Recently Seized Marmoset Monkey

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Thursday, February 8, 2024
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OAKLAND, Calif., Feb. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On January 20th, Oakland Zoo worked with the California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) and the Wildlife Confiscation Network (WCN) to rescue an illegally owned female marmoset in a seizure of the monkey from a private residence in southern California. The owner was arrested on other charges unrelated to having the female marmoset and was made aware in advance that the animal was to be seized by authorities. Oakland Zoo was contacted after San Diego Zoo and Los Angeles Zoo (other Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited partners) could not take in the marmoset due to the capacity concerns related to other WCN rescues they were involved with.

Key Points: 
  • Oakland Zoo is caring for a female marmoset named Estrela, an illegally owned pet, after being seized by California Department of Fish and Wildlife officials.
  • Oakland Zoo was contacted after San Diego Zoo and Los Angeles Zoo (other Association of Zoos and Aquariums accredited partners) could not take in the marmoset due to the capacity concerns related to other WCN rescues they were involved with.
  • Estrela will remain in the care of the Oakland Zoo and housed in their Veterinary Hospital until she has completed her quarantine period.
  • For years, animals confiscated by officials at SFO, and the Port of Oakland have been brought to Oakland Zoo for treatment, care, and permanent sanctuary.

Vincent Forte Elected Chairman of the Board of Front Porch Communities and Services

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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Vincent Forte, a passionate advocate for service to others, has been elected chairman of the board of directors of Front Porch Communities and Services.

Key Points: 
  • Vincent Forte, a passionate advocate for service to others, has been elected chairman of the board of directors of Front Porch Communities and Services.
  • He replaces outgoing chair Deborah Proctor who remains a member of the board.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230201005033/en/
    Vincent Forte Elected Chairman of the Board of Front Porch Communities and Services (Photo: Business Wire)
    Forte served as chairman of the board of Covia Communities for the nearly seven years immediately prior to its 2021 merger with Front Porch.
  • “I have long believed that aging should be a positive experience which is why I am so proud of the quality of programs, services and living experiences that Front Porch offers to our residents,” said Forte.

Oakland Zoo Assists in PETA's Largest Rescue Operation from a Roadside Zoo

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Wednesday, October 19, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., Oct.19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Oakland Zoo staff made the long drive back to Oakland Sunday night with a dozen reptiles rescued from Tri-State Zoological Park in Cumberland, Maryland. These reptiles were a part of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) five-day rescue operation – the group's largest-ever rescue of animals from a roadside zoo which recovered over 60 animals of 30 different species. This follows the legal settlement with Tri-State Zoological Park, formerly operated by Robert Candy.

Key Points: 
  • Zoo rescue staff arrived back in Oakland Sunday after a 4-day cross-country road trip, transporting a dozen reptiles to safety, assisting in PETA's largest rescue operation to date.
  • OAKLAND, Calif., Oct.19, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Oakland Zoo staff made the long drive back to Oakland Sunday night with a dozen reptiles rescued from Tri-State Zoological Park in Cumberland, Maryland.
  • These reptiles were a part of the People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) five-day rescue operation the group's largest-ever rescue of animals from a roadside zoo which recovered over 60 animals of 30 different species.
  • Two of the rescued tortoises, a yellow-footed and a leopard tortoise, have joined the Oakland Zoo family and are now being treated at, and quarantined, at the Oakland Zoo Veterinary Hospital.

OAKLAND ZOOKEEPERS JOIN TEAMSTERS LOCAL 853

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Thursday, October 6, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zookeepers at the Oakland Zoo have voted to join Teamsters Local 853 by a four-to-one margin. They join their colleagues across the bay at the San Francisco Zoo, who are members of Teamsters Local 856.

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, Calif., Oct. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Zookeepers at the Oakland Zoo have voted to join Teamsters Local 853 by a four-to-one margin.
  • They join their colleagues across the bay at the San Francisco Zoo, who are members of Teamsters Local 856.
  • "The Teamsters and the workers look forward to negotiating a labor agreement that ensures that the management of the Oakland Zoo can retain and attract world-class personnel to this world-class organization.
  • Teamsters Local 853 represents over 15,000 workers at more than 250 employers throughout California and Nevada.

Oakland Zoo Rescues 140 Black-Crowned Night Herons from Downtown Oakland Streets

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Thursday, September 29, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As nesting colonies of black-crowned night herons return annually to the developing and the growing City of Oakland, this year, Oakland Zoo formed the official "Heron Rescue Team" (HRT) to rescue fallen fledglings from the trees in the downtown area. With two daily foot patrols, the HRT team consisted of designated Oakland Zoo staff and volunteers that helped save 140 herons during the 5-month long nesting season. This project is a collaborative effort between Oakland Zoo, International Bird Rescue, and the Golden Gate Audubon Society.

Key Points: 
  • OAKLAND, Calif., Sept. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As nesting colonies of black-crowned night herons return annually to the developing and the growing City of Oakland, this year, Oakland Zoo formed the official "Heron Rescue Team" (HRT) to rescue fallen fledglings from the trees in the downtown area.
  • With two daily foot patrols, the HRT team consisted of designated Oakland Zoo staff and volunteers that helped save 140 herons during the 5-month long nesting season.
  • This project is a collaborative effort between Oakland Zoo, International Bird Rescue, and the Golden Gate Audubon Society.
  • Their status and pride in Oakland warranted the $50,000 spent by Oakland Zoo on this project to rescue and protect this bird.

Rose and Sage Arrive Safely at The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens

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Saturday, September 24, 2022
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PALM DESERT, Calif. and INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is thrilled to share that Rose and Sage, the rescued mountain lions from the Oakland Zoo, have arrived safely to The Living Desert. The juvenile mountain lions made the journey from Oakland to Palm Desert on Thursday, September 22, and are now settling into their fur-ever home.

Key Points: 
  • PALM DESERT, Calif. and INDIAN WELLS, Calif., Sept. 23, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens is thrilled to share that Rose and Sage, the rescued mountain lions from the Oakland Zoo , have arrived safely to The Living Desert.
  • Today, Rose and Sage are now thriving juvenile mountain lions thanks to the incredible dedication from the Oakland Zoo.
  • "We are so excited to welcome Rose and Sage to The Living Desert," said RoxAnna Breitigan, Director of Animal Care at The Living Desert.
  • Crystal Jennings, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, 1 (760) 346-5694 Ext: 2610, [email protected]

Oakland Zoo and Accredited Big Cat Sanctuaries Coordinate 4,000 Mile Rescue, Bring 4 Big Cats to Safe Havens

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Four fortunate big cats will now live safe, dignified lives after a cross-country rescue was facilitated on Friday by a three-entity collaboration. AZA-accredited Oakland Zoo in Oakland, CA, and globally accredited big cat sanctuaries Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge from Eureka Springs, AR and Lions, Tigers, and Bears in Alpine, CA teamed up to rescue a lion, a tiger hybrid and two generic tigers from a defunct, abandoned drive-thru roadside zoo in northeast Oklahoma that offered cub petting and photo opportunities. Cited and shut down by the USDA in 2008 for multiple animal safety and welfare violations, the roadside zoo and its owner were reported to have ties to "Joe Exotic," also known in the well-known Netflix series as "Tiger King."

Key Points: 
  • The rescue operation was initiated by Oakland Zoo, which was first contacted for help by a concerned Oklahoma resident last month.
  • Colleen Kinzley, VP of Animal Care, Conservation and Research for Oakland Zoo contacted both animal sanctuaries to team together in the effort.
  • Oakland Zoo and Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge travelled to the defunct roadside zoo and conducted the onsite animal evaluations earlier this month.
  • Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, Lions Tigers & Bears and the Oakland Zoo encourage support for reputable animal sanctuaries and facilities and advocacy for the Big Cat Public Safety Act (H.R.

Oakland Zoo, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, and Lions Tigers & Bears Come Together to Facilitate the Rescue of Four Big Cats from Oklahoma

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Four big cats will now live safe, dignified lives after they were rescued from a defunct drive-thru roadside zoo in northeast Oklahoma this past Friday. The AZA-accredited Oakland Zoo in Oakland, CA and the globally accredited big cat sanctuaries—Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs, AR and Lions Tigers & Bears in Alpine, CA—collaborated to rescue the two generic tigers, lion, and tiger hybrid from the Oklahoma facility that was once opened to the public and offered cub petting and photo opportunities.

Key Points: 
  • The four big cats rescued were the sole remaining animals at the abandoned facility.
  • Lions Tigers & Bears, Oakland Zoo, and Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge conducted on-site animal evaluations for all four big cats and Lions Tigers & Bears used its state-of-the-art, self-contained animal rescue hauler to transport three of the big cats to California.
  • Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, Lions Tigers & Bears and the Oakland Zoo encourage support for reputable animal sanctuaries and facilities and advocacy for the Big Cat Public Safety Act (H.R.
  • "After living in dismal backyard cages, four big cats will now receive top-notch husbandry and veterinary care from the Oakland Zoo; Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge; and Lions Tigers & Bears," said Brittany Peet, PETA Foundation deputy general counsel for captive animal law enforcement.

Oakland Zoo Bison Return to the Wild for the Second Time

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Saturday, May 28, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., May 28, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Thirteen American bison from the Oakland Zoo have returned to Montana to join their historic lineage. This marks the second transfer of bison as part of the Zoo's Bison Restoration Project - Iinnii Initiative – in partnership with the Blackfeet Nation. This historic partnership works to restore free-roaming bison to Blackfeet land and nearby National Parks.

Key Points: 
  • Bison shaped the vegetation and landscape as they fed on and dispersed the seeds of grasses, sedges, and forbs.
  • Several bird species adapted to or co-evolved with types of grasses and vegetation structures that had been, for millennia, grazed by millions of free-ranging bison.
  • Many Native American tribes revere bison as a sacred and spiritual symbol of their heritage and maintain private bison herds on tribal lands throughout the West.
  • Oakland Zoo aids in increasing the wild population of North American bison through an outbreeding and release program.

Oakland Zoo Patrols Downtown Oakland Streets to Save Baby Herons During Nesting Season

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Monday, April 18, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., April 18, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Oakland Zoo's "Heron Rescue Team" (HRT) is collaborating with International Bird Rescue and Golden Gate Audubon Society of San Ramon in the rescue effort for these fledgling birds, too young to fly and fallen from their nests and needing care and rehabilitation to survive. With two daily patrols in downtown Oakland, the team consists of designated Oakland Zoo staff and volunteers to help save as many birds as possible during the 6-8 week-long nesting season. These initial patrols have taken place during the early part of the fledgling season.

Key Points: 
  • With two daily patrols in downtown Oakland, the team consists of designated Oakland Zoo staff and volunteers to help save as many birds as possible during the 6-8 week-long nesting season.
  • These initial patrols have taken place during the early part of the fledgling season.
  • Oakland is home to the largest black-crowned night-heron rookery (communal nesting ground for birds) in the Bay Area.
  • Please visit our website here for more information on joining the Zoo in Taking Action for Herons.