Please note: The Palo Alto Junior Museum & Zoo will be closed the week of September 22nd-26th due to maintenance. Thank you for understanding!
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.
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!
Days after birth!
Flamingo chick with soft gray feathers stands next to parent flamingo with vibrant orange-pink plumage.
Our baby flamingo chick with light gray stands on pebbles beside adult flamingo balancing on one leg.
Flamingo chick next to pool.
Walking with confidence!
2 months old!