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- Jul 27
- 2 min
The Royal Python
The Royal Python, also known as the Ball Python (Python regius), has a fascinating history that intertwines with both natural history and...
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Marie
- Jul 13
- 1 min
The Domestication of the Bearded Dragon
The domestication of bearded dragons, also known scientifically as Pogona vitticeps, involves their adaptation from their natural wild...
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Marie
- Jun 21
- 2 min
Tortoises vs. Turtles?
One of the most common questions our visitors have is about the distinction between tortoises and turtles. While both belong to the...
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Marie
- Jun 9
- 1 min
Zoology's Grand Opening - June 13th!!!
We at Zoology are thrilled to announce our GRAND OPENING! Festivities will begin with a ribbon cutting at 11 am by the City of Walker. We...
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Marie
- May 25
- 2 min
Water Monitors: Nature's Stealthy Aquatic Predators
Water monitors, the largest lizards in their genus, captivate both wildlife enthusiasts and herpetologists alike with their sleek bodies,...
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Marie
- May 16
- 2 min
Frog Safety - Hop to It!
As summer approaches, people start venturing more to the lakeside. Doing so often has us crossing paths with frogs. Catching frogs is a...
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Marie
- May 5
- 2 min
The Importance of Vernal Pools
Vernal pools are seasonal wetlands that fill with water during the rainy seasons, typically in spring, and dry out completely during the...
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Marie
- Apr 25
- 3 min
Exploring Grand Rapids, Michigan: A Guide to Must-See Tourist Destinations
Grand Rapids, Michigan, nestled in the heart of the Great Lakes region, is a vibrant city boasting a rich tapestry of culture, history,...
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Marie
- Apr 6
- 1 min
Tokay or Not Tokay?
It is during the cover of night that these agile climbers come to life, navigating the tree canopies with unparalleled grace. Their keen...
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Marie
- Mar 31
- 2 min
Unveiling the Mysteries of the Green Iguana
Green iguanas are primarily found in the lush rainforests of Central and South America, where they inhabit the canopy of trees with...
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Marie
- Mar 21
- 1 min
Slithering Sunday at Downtown Market!
Zoology had the opportunity to share some of our amazing animals with the Grand Rapids community at Downtown Market's Slithering Sunday....
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Marie
- Mar 3
- 1 min
Spidey Times in Norton Shores!
This week, Zoology had the opportunity to bring out some of our arachnids to a local school. We quickly became (in)famously known as "The...
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Marie
- Feb 24
- 2 min
Title: Embracing the Elegance of Garter Snakes
Garter snakes, belonging to the genus Thamnophis, are a diverse group of non-venomous serpents found throughout North and Central...
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Marie
- Feb 9
- 1 min
Legless Lizards (but not Snakes)
Nature offers a wide variety of animal specimens. These come in all sorts of shapes, colors, behavior, and habitat. Though many are able...
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Marie
- Jan 27
- 1 min
Splish-Splash, Snakes in the Bath!
As part of our care routine at Zoology, there are a number of animals that receive intermittent baths. These baths are fairly short and...
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Marie
- Jan 20
- 1 min
Happy Birthday, Hermes!
This week, Zoology is celebrating a very special birthday. Hermes, our Russian Tortoise, is turning 14! That might seem like a ripe age...
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Marie
- Jan 7
- 1 min
Putting the 'Rat' in Rat Snake
Throughout the United States there are several subspecies of rat snake. Rat snakes belong to the Colubridae family and are found in a...
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Marie
- Dec 31, 2023
- 1 min
Happy New Year from Zoology!
2024 is right around the corner, and we at Zoology are excited to see what adventures the new year will bring. 2023 was fun, and we had...
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