Burr on Fur: How Zoo Polar Bears are Contributing to Research
The Conservation and Research team at Assiniboine Park Zoo is contributing to an exciting new research project in collaboration with Polar Bears International.
Creature Feature: Demoiselle Crane
The Demoiselle Crane was named by the French Queen Marie Antionette due to its delicate appearance.
Plant Profile: Big Bluestem
Big Bluestem is a large, ornamental grass with foliage that changes colour with the season. It is currently growing at the Seasonal Garden at the Gardens at The Leaf, and the English Garden.
Art Tells a Story at the Indigenous Peoples Garden
It has been said that every work of art tells a story. This is certainly true of the artwork featured in the new Indigenous Peoples Garden.
Plant Profile: Engelman Ivy
Engelman Ivy (Parthenocissus quinquefolia) is a large five leafed ivy that uses sticky tendrils to climb fences, walls or pergolas. Its leaves turn stunning shades of bronze and red making a beautiful contrast to the deep blue ripening berries.
Creature Feature: Patagonian Mara
The Patagonian mara is one of the largest rodents in the world! They resemble rabbits but are more closely related to Guinea pigs and Capybaras.
