PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD ... will continue to inspire the zoo’s commitment to the conservation of animals. The zoo is also working with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums to bring another ...

The zoo has faced criticism in the past for its enclosures and handling of animals. In 1989, Parade Magazine named the Peoria Zoo — then known as Glen Oak Zoo — one of the top 10 worst zoos in ...

Yvonne Strode dedicated decades to the Peoria Zoo. The 14+ acres located inside Glen Oak Park are home to more than 100 animals from all over the globe. It’s been an accredited member of the ...

Zoo Director Max Lakes said even on those three days, zookeepers are on-site. Mac Max is new […] PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Peoria Zoo houses over 100 species of animals, ranging from ...

Peoria Zoo Events Coordinator Steve Hausler said even the slightest conservation effort can help. “Everything is a big circle ...

(WYZZ) — The Peoria Zoo is kicking off the spooky season with ... are slowly being introduced to the park to make sure the animals are completely acclimated to their new environment.

Peoria Zoo news: 'Gentle giant' giraffe Taji euthanized ... She loved carrots and had a caring, careful nature, often herding other animals when something out of the ordinary occurred.

That is. - All right. So you're there, and you're dealing with animals, and then you get hired here in Peoria. And what intrigued you about the Peoria Zoo? You were glad to get back to the Midwest.

Last week, 8,000 fanciers and spectators and about half that many birds, worth $50,000, were in the State Armory at Peoria, Ill. for the 18th National Pigeon Show, most important of the half dozen ...

who came to Peoria in 2015 from the St. Louis zoo, embodied a gentle and intelligent nature that quickly drew staff and guests to her, according to the release. She loved carrots and had a caring, ...