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Tragic Loss at Roger Williams Zoo: Beloved Baby Sloth Nicko Passes Away

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In heartbreaking news, the Roger Williams Zoo announced the unexpected passing of Nicko, their cherished baby two-toed sloth, due to a viral disease. Despite the dedicated efforts of zookeepers and veterinary staff to provide supportive care and treatment when Nicko showed symptoms of respiratory illness, the young sloth sadly succumbed to the virus. A necropsy … Read more

Roger Williams Park Zoo Celebrates Milestone in American Burying Beetle Recovery on Nantucket

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The Roger Williams Park Zoo is proud to announce a major breakthrough in the American Burying Beetle Recovery Program. In a concerted effort to bolster this critically endangered species, hundreds of beetles were reintroduced to Nantucket Island over the past year, and initial indicators point to a thriving wild population. Reintroduction Efforts Yield Positive Results … Read more