Tule and Ishŭng are taking their relationship to a new level — proximity wise. As of early last month, the two are now sharing habitat space without any barriers following a slow introduction process in which the bears got to “set the pace.” According to Sequoia Park Zoo animal curator Amanda Auston, things are going […]
Black bears
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Zoo’s Yearling Bears are Branching Out (With Video)
Two yearling black bears that arrived at the Sequoia Park Zoo in May after being orphaned in the wild are now roaming beyond the enclosure area they occupied during a standard quarantine period and will become more easily visible to visitors. “Noni and Tule are showing themselves to be naturally curious, playful, and highly motivated […]
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Bears in the Bins
One of the great things about Humboldt County is living close to nature. It’s always a thrill to see raccoons, deer, foxes, even an occasional bobcat around the neighborhood. In fact, I just looked out my window and a saw a black bear — jumping up and down on my trash can. Bear with me […]