Taipei Zoo 結果共33筆

EVA Air marked 10 years of its Taoyuan-Houston route with a press conference at the Houston Zoo. The airline expanded flights and maintains a 90% load factor.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announces the Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum, emphasizing communication with China. He criticizes the central government on espionage issues.

Taipei Zoo successfully relocated its Malayan gharial, Kulong, to a new habitat in the Tropical Rainforest Area. Visitors can now observe this rare species in a spacious pool, enhancing their zoo experience.

Taipei Zoo mourns the loss of Thabo, a pygmy hippo, who died from an infection and weather changes. An autopsy revealed malnutrition and circulatory issues.

Taipei Zoo reports the death of White Eyes, a female great hornbill, from severe inflammation. The zoo will monitor her partner, Red Eyes, highlighting conservation challenges.

Taipei Zoo plans to exchange African penguins for red pandas with Shanghai Zoo, enhancing genetic diversity and fostering wildlife conservation. The MOU also covers professional development and healthcare collaboration.

Discover the latest on the Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum, set for Dec. 17. Learn about the red panda breeding program and smart governance initiatives. Taipei and Shanghai aim to collaborate on sustainability and cultural preservation. Deputy Mayor Hua Yuan leads Shanghai’s delegation amid recent tensions.

The Taipei-Shanghai Twin-City Forum on Dec. 17 may be canceled due to Chinese military drills, affecting panda diplomacy between Taipei Zoo and Shanghai Zoological Park.

Taipei Zoo enhances animal care amid cold air mass, adjusting diets and using heaters and heat lamps. Primates huddle for warmth; reptiles get extra heat.

Taipei Zoo welcomes Thabo, a male pygmy hippo from Singapore, to boost genetic diversity. Thabo will undergo quarantine before joining the zoo’s conservation efforts.

Taipei Zoo closed Nov. 1 after Typhoon Kong-rey caused damage. The city reported 3,370 disaster cases, including fallen trees and building damage. Public transport resumed.

Discover the story of Taipei Zoo’s last American bison, Jiaowa, and the challenges of caring for aging animals. Learn about the zoo’s recent losses and the impact on its team.

Discover the story of Guo Bao and Run Hou Tang, two Chinese pangolins from Taipei Zoo, who welcomed their second baby at Prague Zoo, marking a milestone in Europe’s captive breeding efforts.

Discover the story of Yu Yeh, the 26-year-old dromedary camel at Taipei Zoo, who passed away after battling health issues. Learn about the zoo’s care for aging animals.

The Taipei Zoo celebrated Yuan Bao the panda’s fourth birthday with a unique cake and shared knowledge about her care, diet adjustments during pseudo-pregnancy, and future prospects.

Discover the tragic story of Hideo, the Malayan tapir from Zoorasia Zoo, who died from heat stress during transport to Taipei Zoo, sparking a review of animal exchange protocols.

Stay informed about the latest developments in Taiwan as electricity prices, lunch box prices, Taipei Zoo admission tickets, and license taxes are set to increase starting April 1. Make sure to plan ahead for these changes to your monthly expenses.

Taipei’s Maokong Gondola adorns cable cars with animal-themed decorations for Lunar New Year, while the God of Wealth joins the celebrations. Nearby, Taipei Zoo considers ticket price increases as the gondola flourishes.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announced that ticket prices for Taipei Zoo will increase from April 1. The current standard entrance price is NT$60, with discounted tickets at NT$30. However, starting April 1, non-Taipei residents will pay NT$100 per ticket, while student discounts will be raised to NT$50 regardless of residency. Children under 12 and elderly Taipei residents will still have free admission. Group tickets for organizations purchasing for more than 30 people will have a preferential price of NT$70 per person. The increased prices will contribute to improved animal welfare initiatives, and Taipei Zoo expects the price adjustment to increase the city’s revenue by about NT$41 million. The zoo recently underwent an evaluation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, with funds raised from the revised ticketing primarily going towards enhancing animal welfare and strengthening international relations and exchanges.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an plans to take his family on a ride on the newly renovated Maokong Gondola during the Lunar New Year holidays to visit the zoo. The gondola cabins have been redesigned in collaboration with ＂Animal Rescue Team Taiwan＂ and the popular ＂Maji Meow＂ (cat) to promote animal conservation, rescue efforts, and life education. From Feb. 3 to Feb. 14, customers who purchase three one-day passes will receive a limited edition New Year magnet set. Each one-day pass purchase also includes a single limited edition magnet. The cabins feature images of the gondola’s mascots, including the ＂Landlord＂ (a sloth), the Maji Cat, EMMA, and a calf. QR codes inside the cabins provide access to real conservation stories, promoting respect for all life and equality among creatures. Visitors to the Camphor Tree Trail during the New Year period can enjoy blooming lupines, the ＂Maokong Light Halo＂ at night, and sporadic God of Wealth blessings at various gondola stations. Limited quantities of sweets and cookies will be given away at the gondola stations from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 10 to Feb. 12.

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an announces pay rise for Taipei Zoo conservation workers, with bonuses ranging from NT＄3,000 to NT＄5,000 based on animal risk levels. Chiang emphasizes the challenging conditions of the job and the need for intelligence and physical labor. The bonuses for high-risk duties have not been adjusted in over 30 years, potentially causing a brain drain. Chiang has been actively working to increase zookeeper wages and improve their conditions. He calls for attention to zookeeper welfare and animal protection issues and reveals plans for the Taipei Zoo’s 110th anniversary in 2024. This pay increase further showcases Taipei as a city that values its workers’ contributions to biodiversity.

Chiang Wan-an vows to enhance communication with the council after his budget proposals, including the ＂Taipei International Music Festival＂ and free 30-minute YouBike rides, were rejected. He hopes council members will understand the purpose of the budget plans and is open to making adjustments based on their views. Chiang remains committed to better communication, particularly regarding the music festival and YouBike service. He appreciates the recommendations made by councilors during the budget review process and assures that the city government will be open-minded and make appropriate adjustments.

Yuan Zai, the beloved giant panda, has been deemed to be in good health after undergoing a comprehensive medical examination at the Taipei Zoo. The examination, conducted by a team of experts in anesthesiology, dentistry, and radiology, included various tests such as ophthalmology, hematology, and a full-body CT scan. Results showed that Yuan Zai is normal and weighs 114 kilograms. However, zoo officials have highlighted the need for caution regarding her previously broken incisor, which has undergone a root canal treatment. Despite some loss of filling material, the root of the incisor remains healthy. The zoo has also announced plans for a health check for another giant panda, Yuan Bao, in February. As a reminder, the public, particularly panda enthusiasts, are encouraged to prioritize their own health checks and regular dental visits.

An adult masked palm civet tragically fell to its death after mistakenly entering a chimpanzee enclosure at the Taipei Zoo. The incident occurred on December 15 and was witnessed by onlookers. The civet was attacked and killed by a chimpanzee, leaving visitors shocked. Taipei Zoo spokesperson Eric Tsao explained that while precautions are taken to ensure animal safety, it is impossible to completely close off each area due to animal welfare considerations. Tsao emphasized that this event serves as a reminder that local wildlife species can occasionally wander into the zoo. Chimpanzees exhibit a group defense behavior pattern and will attack intruders until they show no signs of life. Upon being alerted about the incident, zoo staff followed the Standard Operating Procedure and managed to lure the chimpanzees inside before addressing the situation. However, the civet had already died. The deceased civet, considered a sensitive species in terms of communicable disease control, will be sent to a professional health institution for tests to determine if it carried any infectious diseases.

On Wednesday (Sept. 6), the Taipei Zoo confirmed a decision to increase ticket prices. This marks the first ticket price increase for Taipei Zoo in 26 years.