Going Wild About Waste
We are partnering with Lynnae Martin, a master's student at the University of Manitoba, who is studying how urban wildlife interacts with human-produced waste within the Zoo.
Creature Feature: Turkmenian Markhor
These wild goats are also known as "Screw-horn goats" due to their impressive horn structure. Male markhor can grow horns up to 160 cm in length!
Plant Profile: Borage
Borage has been used since the time of ancient Rome as a medicinal herb, claiming to improve moods, give courage, and comfort hearts.
Creature Feature: Dakota Skipper
Assiniboine Park Zoo has started a rearing and release program for this local endangered butterfly.
A Visitors’ Guide to Keeping the Park Clean and Green
As you plan your summer fun here at Assiniboine Park, here are a few ways you can help keep this space clean and green.
Creature Feature: Llama
Llamas were domesticated in Peru from the wild guanaco 4,000 - 5,000 years ago.
