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Black-Spotted Jaguar (Panthera onca)

Tom — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:23:19 +0000

Overview

Inca is the name of our lone Black-Spotted Jaguar (Panthera onca). She is one of a long line of baby Jaguars born here at the zoo; in fact, we were one of only three facilities for a very long time that successfully bred the black-spotted jaguar. The Jaguar is listed as near-threatened by IUCN, with their numbers decreasing.

They are the third largest cat in the world, and according to many who actually get to work with them, the smartest, and ultimately the most deadly. Inca is a great display cat, and at nearly 20 years old she has been educating North Central Florida for many years. While most people enjoy seeing her on the regular tour of the zoo, she is also the highlight of our 4pm carnivore feeding time! Check out the other tabs to see photos, videos, and more info on these great cats.

Photos

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Videos

Here are some videos that feature our black-spotted jaguar (Panthera onca) Inca.

More Information

Comfortis Flea Control Now Available

Tom — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 22:55:25 +0000

Comfortis flea control is only available by pre-order. You should call us at (888)908-9572 extension 201. We will take your order, for pickup at any one of our low cost pet vaccination clinics. You MUST STILL BRING YOUR DOGS to the clinics, as a physical exam by our veterinarian is necessary.

Costs for comfortis are:

5-10 lbs dog $92
10.1-20 lbs dog $96
20.1-40 lbs dog $100
40.1-60 lbs dog $100
60.1-120 lbs dog $104

You can visit our vax clinic page to let us know where you can pick your order up and have your physical exam performed.

Upcoming Vaccination Clinics

Tom — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 14:47:17 +0000

Below list of our upcoming vaccination clinics:

Date	Venue
Today	Tractor Supply I 75 Belleview Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>1751 SW 134TH ST</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> <tr><th>Zip:</th><td>34473</td></tr> </table>
Today	Tractor Supply I 75 Belleview Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>1751 SW 134TH ST</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> <tr><th>Zip:</th><td>34473</td></tr> </table>
February 26, 2012	Baseline Tire Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>10950 SE Us Highway 441</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Belleview</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> <tr><th>Zip:</th><td>34420</td></tr> </table>
February 29, 2012	Largo Plaza Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>3850 E Gulf to Lake Highway</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Inverness</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> </table>
March 1, 2012	New Griffis Tile Location Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>4620 East Silver Springs Boulevard</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> </table>
March 4, 2012	Seminole Feed Store Airport, Ocala Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>5740 highway 40 west</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> </table>
March 8, 2012	Puppy Kutz Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>923 North Magnolia Ave</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> </table>
March 10, 2012	U Kill Um Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>2701 E Silver Springs blvd</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> </table>
March 15, 2012	Paws'atively Pets Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>11795 SE US Highway 441</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Belleview</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> <tr><th>Zip:</th><td>34420</td></tr> </table>
March 17, 2012	Midwest Feed Ocala Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>3352 nw 10th st</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> </table>
March 22, 2012	Tractor Supply Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>7351 North Highway 441</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> <tr><th>Zip:</th><td>34475</td></tr> </table>
March 25, 2012	Tractor Supply Dunnellon Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>11242 Williams St</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Dunnellon</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> </table>
March 29, 2012	Tractor Supply I 75 Belleview Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>1751 SW 134TH ST</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> <tr><th>Zip:</th><td>34473</td></tr> </table>
April 1, 2012	Baseline Tire Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>10950 SE Us Highway 441</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Belleview</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> <tr><th>Zip:</th><td>34420</td></tr> </table>
April 5, 2012	New Griffis Tile Location Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>4620 East Silver Springs Boulevard</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Ocala</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> </table>
April 7, 2012	Seminole Feed, Belleview Florida, United States	TICKETS
0 Comments - 0 Attendees - Directions <table> <tr><th>Address:</th><td>5904 Southeast Hames Road</td></tr> <tr><th>City:</th><td>Belleview</td></tr> <tr><th>State:</th><td>Florida</td></tr> <tr><th>Country:</th><td>United States</td></tr> <tr><th>Zip:</th><td>34420</td></tr> </table>

Purchase a Gift Certificate for a zoo visit! The Perfect Stocking Stuffer

Tom — Sun, 18 Dec 2011 01:15:29 +0000

Purchase the best stocking stuffer around! Admission for two or four available. Just enter the amount of admissions you are looking for and an add on donation in the name of your loved one. You can print out tickets to put in their stockings, then we will contact them on December 26th with a code to redeem their certificates for zoo tour reservations.

Happy Holidays!

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Spotted Hyenas (Crocuta crocuta)

Tom — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 23:09:34 +0000

Overview

At the zoo we have a pair of Spotted Hyenas (Crocuta crocuta). Their names are Baby and Charlie. Baby and Charlie are both young adults which we hope will successfully breed soon. While the hyenas are part of our normal tour, many of our visitors come back and see them at our 4PM carnivore feeding. To see the Hyenas eating, check out the video tab above!

Photos

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Videos

This is a playlist of the videos we have on Youtube.

More Information

What sounds does a Hyena make?

Name	Sound description	Posture	Context
Whoop	A series of 6-9 (sometimes 15) calls lasting 2–3 seconds each and spaced 2–10 seconds apart. The general tone is a “oo” tone which begins in a low pitch and ends with a high note. This sound can be heard more than 5 km away To Hear our Hyenas Make this sound, Please click here!	Usually done standing, with the mouth opened slightly and the head bent down	Used by both sexes when alone or in a group, and appears to be done spontaneously without external cause
Fast whoop	Similar to the whoop, but higher pitched and with shorter intervals	Tail is either horizontal or high with the ears cocked. Often done whilst running, with the mouth bent down	Used with other hyenas present just before the onset of an attack, often during a dispute over a kill with lions or other hyenas
Grunt	A soft, very low pitched growling sound which lasts several seconds	The mouth is closed, and the posture aggressive	Emitted on the approach of another, unwelcome hyena, and may be followed by chasing
Groan	Similar to above, but more “ooo” sounding and higher in pitch		Before and during meeting ceremonies
Low	“Ooo” sound with a usually low pitch and lasts several seconds	The mouth is slightly open with the head horizontal	Like the fast whoop, but with less tendency to attack
Giggle	A series of loud, very high pitched “hee-hee-hee” sounds usually lasting less than 5 seconds	Running in a fleeing posture with the mouth slightly open	When attacked or chased, usually over a kill
Yell	A loud, high pitched call lasting several seconds	As with the giggle	As with the giggle, but when actually being bitten
Growl	A loud, rattling, low pitched sound lasting several seconds, with an “aa” and “oh” quality	Defensive posture	When under attack, preceding a retaliatory bite
Soft grunt-laugh	A rapid succession of low pitched, soft sounding staccato grunts lasting several seconds	The mouth is closed or slightly open with a fleeing posture and the tail horizontal or high and the ears cocked	When fleeing in surprise from a lion, man or when attacking large prey
Loud grunt-laugh	Louder than the soft grunt-laugh, though still not very loud, and often lasts more than 5 minutes	The mouth is the same as in the soft grunt-laugh, but with the tail high and ears cocked	In encounters with lions or other hyena clans
Whine	Loud, high pitched, rapid, drawn out “eeee” sounding squeals	The mouth is slightly open with the head and tail hanging low	Mostly used by cubs when following a female before suckling, or when thwarted from getting food
Soft squeal	Same as above, but softer and without the staccato quality	The mouth is slightly open with the ears flattened and the head tilted to one side with the teeth bared	Used by both cubs and adults encountering a clan-mate after a long separation

This tab content courtesy of Wikipedia

Photos from the Zoo, December 2012

Tom — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:50:02 +0000

These photos were taken by Austin Pennington of Austin Pennington Photography. Please take a look at his facebook page, and let him know you saw some of his photos here.

Will I Be Able To Have A Part-Time Job?

Tom — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:20:52 +0000

Our program was developed so our students could work a part or full time job while enrolled at the school. Classes are scheduled on Sunday and Monday Night (with Tuesday night classes the first month and a half of the term). Lab days are scheduled one day a week, and at least one public weekend day a month.

Will I Be Working On Weekends Or Holidays?

Tom — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:17:48 +0000

Animals don’t observe holidays or weekends, so you are expected to work when needed.

What About Placement After The Program?

Tom — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 21:07:28 +0000

There is no guaranteed placement program. We do however assist our students in writing resumes and letters of recommendation for deserving students. Our externship opportunities help our student graduates gain even more experience.

When do the terms start?

Tom — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 20:58:20 +0000

Terms begin in September and March of each year. Each new term is overlapped by the prior term so established students can help teach new students.

It is best to apply for admission at least 2 months prior to the beginning of the term you would like to attend.