African Pygmy Hedgehogs
African Pygmy Hedgehogs at the Zoo: Quilliam – surrendered pet Description The African Pygmy Hedgehog (Atelerix albiventris), or four-toed hedgehog, is a tiny mammal that is covered…
American Crow
One of the most intelligent species of bird. Very social – may gather in communal roosts of many thousands in a single grove. They are very opportunistic when it comes to feeding – which they mostly do on the ground.
American Kestrel / Sparrow Hawk
North America’s smallest falcon is also the most widespread. Normally hunts from a high perch, swooping down to capture prey. They have a wide variety of prey options and individuals will often specialize in one type or another.
American White Pelican
One of North America’s largest birds with a wingspan up to 9 feet!! Pelicans don’t carry food in their pouches, they use them to scoop up food but will swallow their catch before flying off.
Bald Eagle
The bald eagle, with it’s snowy-feathered (not bald) head and white tail, is the proud…
Box Turtles
Box Turtles are mid-sized, terrestrial turtles – about 4-6”– with a high, rounded shell that is dark with many yellow or orange patches. The carapace pattern is variable and becomes less prominent with age. There are four toes on each hind foot.
Fox Squirrels
Highly adaptive, large, North American squirrel. In most parts of Southern California their upper body is brown/grey with a brown/orange underside.
Gopher Snake
Large and heavy-bodied snake which can reach 9 feet in length, but 4 feet is much more common. On its back are 33 to 66 light to dark brown or reddish blotches.
Grizzly Bears
Grizzly bears are magnificent animals. They can be dangerous to humans, particularly if..
King Snake
King Snake at the Zoo: Zeus Description Highly variable in appearance. Most commonly seen with alternating bands of black or brown and white or light yellow, including the…
Mallard Ducks
One of the most abundant ducks in the world and the ancestor to most blood lines of domestic ducks. They forage in water by dabbing or submerging their head and neck; on land, they graze, pluck seeds and will even grub for roots
Mountain Lions
Holly/Hazel: Found orphaned in the Santa Cruz mountains within a couple weeks of each other at the end of 2022. Both cubs were brought to Oakland Zoo by…
Red Tailed Hawk
(Buteo jamaicensis) As they circle and soar, they can spot a mouse from 100 feet up in the air—about ten stories high.
San Joaquin Kit Fox
Kit foxes appear to be able to survive without drinking water. This is an adaptation to…
Sandhill Crane
During mating, pairs vocalize in a behavior known as “unison calling.” They throw…
Snow Leopard
Snow leopards eat meat. They primarily hunt wild sheep and goats. Snow leopards are also known…
Stellar’s Jay
Very common in western forests; predominantly located in coniferous woods. Mostly lives in flocks except when nesting.
Striped Skunks
Animals at the Zoo Durian – Rescued in 2020 – Blind Trillium- Donated from Rehabilitator 2021 Eddy and Ozzy- Rescued in 2021 Description (mephitis mephitis) A stout, short-limbed animal with…
Turkey Vulture
A long-winged, dark-feathered, high-soaring bird of North America. Unlike most birds who are thought to have a poor sense of smell, the Turkey Vulture can locate carrion by odor.