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San Diego Zoo Wildlife Care Team Welcomes First Endangered François’ Langur Baby in Five Years
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This past April, the San Diego Zoo’s Wildlife Care team was greeted with an exciting development. Meili (pronounced may-lee), an endangered François’ langur under pregnancy observation for several months, gave birth to a vibrant orange infant overnight. This marks the Zoo’s first François’ langur birth since 2019, introducing a critical new member to the dwindling species […]
Pacific Crest Trail Season Attracts International Guests to Old Town
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People from across the country and globe are flying into San Diego. Some are stopping at SAVAGE BEE-CHES Old Town, located at 2802 Juan Street, unit 19, to grab some last-minute supplies or gear they can’t take on a plane. From there they use the transit system, Uber, or trail angels to get them to […]
Funani and Amahle Are Enjoying Their Renovated Habitat
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It’s with joyful glee that the San Diego Zoo reminds residents to see the adorable faces of their two resident hippos: the 39-year-old Funani (pronounced “foo-nah-nee”) and her four-year-old daughter, Amahle (pronounced “ah-mah-shlay”). After a months-long renovation, the duo has recently returned to their Hippo Trail habitat. The aquatic ecosystem habitat boasts 110 feet of crystal-clear glass for […]
Solar Eclipse Viewing Party Offers Safe Viewing and Hands-on Activities
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On Monday, April 8, a partial solar eclipse will be visible in San Diego. The Fleet Science Center is hosting a viewing party outside the Fleet in front of the iconic Bea Evenson Fountain. The event is free and begins at 9 a.m. The partial solar eclipse will begin at 10:03 a.m. when the Moon appears to […]