We now have a new and more streamlined Birthday Party request system! Flamingo Update: Due to the breeding season and our flock focusing on caring for our first flamingo chick, the usual feedings at 11am and 3pm are temporarily on pause because of a decreased interest in food.
We are absolutely thrilled to announce the exciting birth of a flamingo chick at the Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo! Our flamingo chick is thriving under the care of their first-time parents, Ruby and Sal. They have been demonstrating remarkable dedication to their flamingo chick.
The second egg, from Floreana and Trinidad, unfortunately did not hatch successfully. Despite this, having two fertile eggs is a huge milestone for our flamingos and a testament to the excellent care and environment they receive at the JMZ.
If you are lucky, you might see Ruby and Sal nourish their chicks with a bright red, nutrient-rich substance known as crop milk. This special secretion forms in their digestive system and is regurgitated to feed their young. Interestingly, both males and females are able to produce this crop milk and share in feeding duties.
As for our flamingo feeding, due to breeding season and our flock’s focus on caring for our very first flamingo chick, the usual 11am and 3pm feedings are temporarily paused as the birds show less interest in food.
In the meantime, we invite you to join our “Meet a Zookeeper” sessions at 11am and 3pm in the Wildlife Circle!
Thank you for your understanding and support as our flock nurtures new life!
The Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo will continue to provide updates on the flamingo chick!