Indianapolis Zoo

It's awfully hard to say goodbye to a face like that!

That's right, The Indianapolis Zoo is saying goodbye to our sweet Fezzik. Before he heads off on his next adventure, he'll be enjoying one last romp around his habitat Tuesday and Wednesday this week (weather permitting) from 1pm-3pm. We'd love for our community to stop by and wish him well.

Fezzik will be joining a larger group of capybaras, giving him more opportunities to support his social nature. Here at the Zoo, we'll also be making some exciting habitat changes so another animal ambassador can call the habitat home!

Can't make it to the Zoo? Leave Fezzik a little love in the comments and wish him a safe and exciting journey!

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A lot goes on behind the scenes when wildlife needs a helping hand... 🩵

Through it's Wildlife Response Program, the @AlaskaSeaLife cares for marine animals in need while learning more about Alaska's marine ecosystem and how we can better protect it. Our Senior Marine Mammal Trainer Erika A. got to be part of that work while helping care for this little walrus.

📸 : Senior Marine Mammal Trainer Erika A.

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This little guy has quite the personality.

Senior Marine Mammal Trainer Erika A. has been assisting on the round-the-clock care, and has become very familiar with his big personality. He's headstrong, opinionated, incredibly smart and surprisingly adaptable. He also happens to love ice cubes, drinking from the hose and getting some quality snuggle time with his caregivers. Sounds like he knows exactly what he wants!

This calf was admitted to the @AlaskaSeaLife Wildlife Response Program for rehabilitation, receiving care from a dedicated group of experts coming from near and far to lend a helping hand. 🐾

📸 : Senior Marine Mammal Trainer Erika A.

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Being a walrus calf is a full time job. 🩵

Orphaned without his mother, this little guy needs near-constant socialization, so his rehabilitation team steps in as his surrogate family. Because of the intensive care and human socialization, he won't be a candidate for release.

Senior Marine Mammal Trainer Erika A. is assisting in providing the care, companionship and attention he needs to thrive. His rehabilitation also provides an opportunity to advance our understanding of Alaska's marine life while making him an important ambassador for his species and the protection of marine ecosystems.

This calf was admitted to the @AlaskaSeaLife Wildlife Response Program for rehabilitation, where he is receiving care from a dedicated group of experts coming from near and far to lend a helping hand. 🐾

📸 : Senior Marine Mammal Trainer Erika A.

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It's Customer Service Week, and we're celebrating the people who help make every visit to the Indianapolis Zoo a great one. 💚

Our staff is there from the moment guests arrive, helping answer questions, solve problems, provide directions and make sure everyone feels welcome. And behind the scenes, they're working hard to keep the Zoo going, picking up extra shifts, working additional hours or helping out after class.

Thank you to all our incredible staff for everything you do, every day! We couldn't do it without you! 🐾

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