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  N.A.P.A.K - Developments at Jersey Zoo - Article Archives
In 1992 Jersey achieved a coup when it recorded the first birth of an Aye-aye conceived and born in captivity (one was previously born at Duke University in America to a female that was already pregnant on arrival).
Jersey Zoo seems a lot larger than it really is. The careful landscaping helps, as do the winding paths and the fact that, unlike most other zoos, the enclosures do not border the perimeter.
Jersey is a small island with relatively few exports (potatoes, tomatoes and cows are the things that come most readily to mind), and the States of Jersey, as the local government is called, is anxious to retain as much land as possible within the farming community.
www.napak.com /developments_at_jersey_zoo.html   (1435 words)

  
 Gerald Durrell - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Durrell was instrumental in founding the Jersey Wildlife Preservation Trust, on July 6, 1963 to cope with the increasingly difficult challenges of zoo, wildlife and habit management.
Jersey Zoo was the first zoo to only house endangered breeding species, and has been one of the pioneers in the field of captive breeding.
The Jersey Zoo has erected a bronze statue of Gerald Durrell by John Doubleday, cast along with a Ruffed Lemur at his knee, and a Round Island Gecko at his feet.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Gerald_Durrell   (5150 words)

  
 Jersey Zoological Park - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
The dodo is the symbol of the the trust and the zoo.
Jersey Zoological Park (or simply Jersey Zoo) is a 25 acre (100,000 m²) zoological park established in 1959 on the island of Jersey in the English Channel by naturalist and author Gerald Durrell (1925-1995).
The zoo is located at Les Augrès Manor, Trinity, Jersey, 5 miles north of Saint Helier.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Jersey_Zoological_Park   (369 words)

  
 Jersey - Hutchinson encyclopedia article about Jersey
This land in Jersey is being used for intensive agriculture, with labour-intensive crops, such as tomatoes and early potatoes, being grown.
Jersey zoo (founded in 1959 by Gerald Durrell) is engaged in breeding some of the world's endangered species.
New Jersey and Rhode Island, upon all occasions, discovered a warm zeal for the independence of Vermont; and Maryland, till alarmed by the appearance of a connection between Canada and that State, entered deeply into the same views.
encyclopedia.farlex.com /Jersey   (328 words)

  
 Jersey Zoological Park -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Durrell began his career capturing animals for other zoos, but thought that the facilities needed to concentrate more on animal ((physics) the maintenance of a certain quantities unchanged during chemical reactions or physical transformations) conservation rather than mere entertainment.
Jersey Zoo has always concentrated on rare and (A species whose numbers are so small that the species is at risk of extinction) endangered species.
The zoo is located at Les Augres Manor, Trinity, Jersey, 5 miles north of (additional info and facts about Saint Helier) Saint Helier.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/j/je/jersey_zoological_park.htm   (207 words)

  
 JaynesJersey: Zoo
The purpose of Jersey Zoo has always followed Gerald Durrell's philosophy - that the zoo only exists because there is a need for it as a vital safe haven for the world's rarest animals.
Zoo staff carefully study the animals in their care in order to gain a greater understanding of their needs, and in preparation for their return to a safe environment in the wild.
Of course most people entering the zoo will be visiting to see the animals, but it's worth mentioning here that the grounds are, in themselves, well worth a look because they have been planted with rare and exotic species of flowers, shrubs and trees from all over the world.
www.jaynesjersey.com /zoo.htm   (557 words)

  
 The Rolls-Royce of Zoos Jersey Zoo Gerald Durrell
The Rolls-Royce of Zoos Jersey Zoo Gerald Durrell
Jambo, the zoo's magnificent patriarchal silverback gorilla, died suddenly in 1994, quite literally from a broken heart (his aorta – the main artery from the heart – had ruptured), and his place has now been taken by Ya Kwanza from Melbourne Zoo.
In 1992 Jersey achieved a considerable coup when it recorded the first birth of an Aye-aye conceived and born in captivity (one was previously born at Duke University in America to a female that was already pregnant on arrival).
www.shoarns.com /JerseyZooReview.html   (1993 words)

  
 Zoocheck Canada Inc. - Programs & Projects - Zoo Check - Electric fencing for bears   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Jersey Zoo, headquarters of the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, currently maintains 1.1 spectacled bears Tremarctos ornatus.
The Jersey Zoo, headquarters of the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust, was founded by Gerald Durrell in 1959 to be a "zoo with a difference", where conservation and captive breeding were the focus.
Therefore, it is clear that electric fences may provide an economical perimeter, providing some zoos with the opportunity to replace existing grottoes considered too expensive to replace or renovate in the past.
www.zoocheck.com /programs/zoocheck/electric.shtml   (3429 words)

  
 Apartments USA.com - New Jersey Zoos
This zoo was established in 1977 as a refuge for wildlife, exotic and farm animals that were abused, ill, injured, handicapped, elderly or exploited.
This is a small park zoo with farm animals and a few wild animals.
This zoo is a home to a wide variety of wild and domestic animals, living in recreated habitats natural to each species.
www.apartmentsusa.com /newjersey/nj-zoo.htm   (301 words)

  
 BBC NEWS | World | Europe | Jersey | Zoo founder is region's top hero
Jersey Zoo's founder Gerald Durrell has won the title of South West Hero.
Among the contenders for the title were King Arthur and author Thomas Hardy and Jersey's nominations included Sir Walter Raleigh, Billy Butlin and World War II hero Albert Bedane.
It was while working as a student keeper, seeing the threats to creatures in the wild, that he pioneered his philosophy that zoos had a duty to save species from extinction.
news.bbc.co.uk /1/low/world/europe/jersey/3557745.stm   (313 words)

  
 This is Jersey - Living in Jersey - History & Heritage - Jersey Zoo
Jersey Zoo is the international headquarters of the trust and was officially opened at Les Augres Manor in Trinity on 26 March 1959.
Mr Durrell dedicated his Zoo to saving endangered animal species from extinction by breeding them in captivity and saving their dwindling populations in the wild.
The Zoo is essentially a window into the work of the trust where visitors can see some of the planet's most endangered species and learn how these people are working to save them.
www.thisisjersey.com /code/showarticle.pl?ArticleID=000562   (710 words)

  
 Literature Review : a model   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
It may well be that the deeply felt tradition of the zoo as a place to experience animals one would not encounter in everyday life, combined with the image of noble endeavour that the zoo itself creates, contributes to a reluctance to view the Melbourne Zoo with a more critical eye.
Gerald Durrell (1976), founder of the Jersey Wildlife Preservation Trust, discusses in his book The Stationary Ark, what the role of zoos should be and was the first to re-define the role and value of zoos in the latter part of the 20th century.
The Zoo Story is an in-depth look at the sociology of the zoo; however, it must be considered in context of the original research which was commissioned by the Melbourne Zoo Board in honor of their revolutionary zoo director, Dr Alfred Dunbavin, upon his retirement.
ceds.vu.edu.au /cscas/LitReview/LR-HTML/B/litmodel.html   (979 words)

  
 World of animals - Science - British Council - Russia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
The Jersey Zoo is one of the few places in the world where visitors can see the world most endangered animals.
The next point of destination was Bristol Zoo Gardens ranked as one of the most enjoyable zoos in the country for 2004.
The Zoo is famous not only because of its animals and exhibits but also because of its conservation programmes.
www.britishcouncil.org /russia-science-world-of-animals.htm?printout=1   (420 words)

  
 Islands.com | Jersey
Jersey, largest of the Channel Islands, home to Jersey sweaters and the Jersey cow – and an island full of surprises and pleasant contradictions.
HIKING A coastal footpath hugs virtually the full length of Jersey's northern shore, a trek that (if you start at Rozel in the east) begins with dramatic seacliffs (seabirds, including puffins, abound), and passes through heather-covered hillsides (and is lined with wildflowers in spring).
The best Jersey website, courtesy of the island's tourism association, with commendable overviews of the basics (accommodations, dining, leisure activities), nice photo galleries (including beaches), and a link to a "where to stay" guide hosted by the island's hospitality association.
www.islands.com /jersey   (659 words)

  
 Exotic birds bludgeoned to death at New Jersey zoo - smh.com.au
Eight exotic birds were found beaten to death at a American zoo for abused and unwanted animals, shocking officials and prompting a flood of donations to a reward fund aimed at catching the culprits.
Authorities canvassed the Popcorn Park Zoo in Lacey Towship, New Jersey yesterday, interviewing employees and neighbours and talking with police in surrounding towns in the hope of developing leads.
The zoo was established by Associated Humane Societies and now has about 200 lizards, lions, ducks and other species.
www.smh.com.au /articles/2003/05/21/1053196636716.html   (371 words)

  
 ZooWeb - ZooDirectory   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Zoo Cams - Live cameras in zoos and the wild.
The Zoo provides new standards of animal care and aims to provide a stimulating, informative and enjoyable experience that demonstrates its role in the conservation of endangered species.
The role of the Zoo is to support and promote conservation by breeding threatened animals, by excellent animal welfare, high quality public service, recreation, education and science.
www.zooweb.com /links/dir.asp?catid=112   (615 words)

  
 The Hindu : Aye, Aye need help!
The staff at the zoo ensure that the animals are fed the right diet and the food is cooked in a clean environment.
The animal hospital at the Jersey zoo is well equipped to meet the needs of their animals.
When new animals arrive at the zoo, they are taken to the quarantine ward and tested for infectious diseases that could endanger other animals or keepers and are given the necessary vaccinations.
www.hinduonnet.com /thehindu/yw/2002/07/27/stories/2002072700050200.htm   (338 words)

  
 Floral - Floral Attractions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Jersey Zoo is open daily throughout the year, except Christmas Day.
The precious essential lavender oil produced from the distillation is used in the manufacture of a range of fragrant Jersey Lavender Toiletries - the whole process is explained in a presentation video and by friendly staff.
A garden filled with thousands of flowering shrubs and bushes full of colour and perfume, a magnificent large waterfall and an aviary filled with beautiful birds many of which have been rescued from the animal shelter and given a home here for the rest of their lives.
www.jersey.com /content_page.asp?id=517   (844 words)

  
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No ordinary zoo - Jersey zoo stands out for its dedication to conservation and its emphasis on creating environments within the enclosures which are as natural as possible for its "residents".
The real stars of the zoo are the gorillas and orangutans, but there are many more creatures to see from wolves and bears to birds and bats.
A lot of the animals are in danger of extinction and the zoo promotes breeding in order to create a protected population, so there is a good chance of seeing baby animals - always a favourite with your own young.
www.babieswelcome.com /info_jerseyzoo.htm   (110 words)

  
 Jersey Zoo   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Following the success of this project Colvin and Moggridge prepared a general masterplan for the zoo's future development identifying opportunities for the improvement and expansion of the zoo's infrastructure.
Located near the zoo entrance this project included a larger entrance court with a fine sculpture of Gerald Durrell, and reorganised the visitor circulation around the zoo.
Colvin and Moggridge's involvement with the zoo has continued and the most recent project, the redevelopment of the central valley watercourse involving environmental improvement and nature habitat creation is nearing completion.
www.colmog.co.uk /jerseyzoo.html   (155 words)

  
 BBC - Jersey - Entertainment - Animal Art
Artist Janet Robinson is bringing an exhibition of her work to Jersey Zoo, the source of inspiration for the paintings.
I went to Jersey initially on a work placement from Blackpool and The Fylde School of Art and Design to sketch and photograph birds and animals.
Jersey Zoo is a pioneer in the field of wildlife conservation.
www.bbc.co.uk /jersey/content/articles/2004/09/29/janet_robinson_art_feature.shtml   (529 words)

  
 BBC - Jersey - Entertainment - Attractions - A day at the Zoo
Keepers at Jersey Zoo noticed that Gina, a female Sumatran orang utan was having difficulties yesterday morning.
When you first enter Jersey Zoo, after paying to get in, you get to the Bears and Otters where my three and a half year old daughter tugged on my shirt saying "daddy, look at the squirrel swimming".
It's always eventful visiting the Zoo with children, but it makes it that little bit more worthwhile as you watch their little faces in amazement at the different animals.
www.bbc.co.uk /jersey/entertainment/articles/2004/05/zoo_may_2004.shtml   (476 words)

  
 Gerald Durrell Memorial Jersey Zoo
As a young collector of animals for zoos he soon became dissatisfied with the way zoos were managed, and he determined to have a zoo of his own, and in 1959, as we have heard, he opened the Jersey Zoological Park.
He irritated, possibly enraged, some of his peers by lambasting the zoo fraternity for the abrogation of their conservation responsibilities, and he wrote it, in The Stationary Ark in 1976, saving his sharpest vitriol for the unfortunate zoo architect.
A small army of zoo keepers and directors, wildlife wardens and forestry officers, veterinarian and zoo educators, and even a zoo architect have all taken the Durrell message and mission home.
www.shoarns.com /GDMemVideo.html   (3366 words)

  
 march172005   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Rafiki was born in March 1984 at the Jersey Zoo in the British Crown dependent Channel Islands, situated just off the coast of France on the edge of the English Channel.
Each SSP scientifically manages the breeding of an animal species in North American AZA zoos in order to maintain a healthy and self-sustaining managed population that is both genetically diverse and demographically stable.
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is one of the few accredited zoos in the nation that operates without local tax support.
www.cmzoo.org /march172005.html   (419 words)

  
 Jersey Home Page
Jersey Patois (based on the Norman French dialect) is still spoken throughout the island among the older generation, particularly in the country parishes.
Jersey is one of the cheapest places in Europe for car hire.
Along the south coast is the magnificent bay of St Brelade and on the east coast the Royal bay of Grouville guarded by the famous Mont Orgueil castle.
www.islandlife.org /jerseyhome.htm   (391 words)

  
 Discovery and Learning - Frequently Asked Questions   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-20)
Jersey is famous for its breeding group of Western Lowland Gorillas.
That male, Motaba, is the sire of the current crop of young gorillas at Melbourne Zoo.
In Jersey, Mzuri is known by his studbook name, Ya Kwanza and that name was used by staff here before he left us.
www.zoo.org.au /education/faqdocs/mammal/mzuri.htm   (166 words)

  
 The Washington Times - Jersey
The DWCT and the unique zoo on its surrounding grounds are the results of a visionary in the world of conservationists.
It was a combination of serendipity and troubles starting a zoo in the south of England that brought Durrell to Jersey.
There is a reason the zoo has been the number one attraction on the island for years—it’s not your average zoo.
www.internationalspecialreports.com /archives/00/jersey/11.html   (1680 words)

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