Sloth Bears Updates Dec 15, 2013
Hank is not only a daring adventurer, he's also a budding musician! This section of fire hose makes a great sound—like a tuba—and is one of his favorite toys. You can help keep all the animals at the Zoo busy with toys and other enrichment by donating to the Enrichment Giving Tree.
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Meet Our Sloth Bear Cubs ›
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Zoo Welcomes Two Sloth Bear Cubs ›
For the first time since 2013, keepers at the Zoo have welcomed two sloth bear cubs.
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