Blog: Carlita the Croc

Dad-Game on Point!

Not all animal fathers partake in parental care.  But some animal dads are rock stars when it comes to nurturing offspring to adulthood.  Here are some dynamite dads can you visit this Father’s Day right here at Brookfield Zoo!

posted 6/6/2017 11:13:49 AM



Why do Chicagoans Need an Ocean

Not a whole lot of people in Chicagoland think about the ocean, unless they are planning to visit it on vacation. Up here, we’re all about the freshwater – Lake Michigan to be specific. But we freshwater folk should be thinking about the ocean more often, and not just because it’s World Oceans Month!

posted 6/19/2017 4:31:38 PM



Bison Basics: How You Can Help

It’s travel season and many people are coming to visit the bison at National Parks across America, so I thought I would share a few reminders so we can all stay A-OK.

posted 6/29/2017 2:22:59 PM