Beat the winter blues and get a dose of Vitamin Z at the Zoo, smiles, fascination, wonder and memories that is. According to the Detroit Zoo, a dose of Vitamin Z is part of a complete childhood and may lead to an enriched life and sense of well-being. How does the Detroit Zoo kick that winter 'blah' feeling? Vitamin Z. From polar bears to horses, themed rides and science, the Detroit Zoo has something for everyone during their winter months.
One of the many popular exhibits during winter is the Przewalski horse. This particular horse is endangered, less than 2,000 are left in the wild and in captivity. The Przewalski breed was discovered in the 1870s by Russian explorer, Nikolai Przewalski. The Przewalski horse is the only remaining wild horse left and has never been trained for riding. Przewalski horses come from Mongolia, where the climate is much more extreme. They live in harems, where there is one dominant stallion and a number of mares (female horse). All other geldings (male horses) live in an area together, separate from the mares and dominant stallion.
The Przewalski horse is just one of many winter-hardy animals popular during the winter months at the zoo. Animals and exhibits adapt to all seasons during the Detroit Zoo's 362 days of operation.
Detroit Zoo hours November through March, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. April 1 - Labor Day, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:12 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:12:00 GMT
Marvel Comic book legend Stan Lee made an appearance at the Detroit Comic Convention and FOX 2 was there to talk to him. What should Marvel fans be looking forward too?
Marvel Comic book legend Stan Lee made an appearance at the Detroit Comic Convention and FOX 2 was there to talk to him. What should Marvel fans be looking forward too?
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:04:30 GMT
Come celebrate a birthday at the Detroit Zoo! Brothers Chipua, Pendeka, and Kongo arrived in Detroit in 2003 from the Bronx Zoo. These Western Lowland Gorillas can be seen at the Great Apes of Harambee
Come celebrate a birthday at the Detroit Zoo! Brothers Chipua, Pendeka, and Kongo arrived in Detroit in 2003 from the Bronx Zoo.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:47 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:47:43 GMT
Dr. Amy Johnson is a psychologist, certified coach and public speaker. She works with client around the world via telephone and online individually and through group coaching programs.
Dr. Amy Johnson is a psychologist, certified coach and public speaker. She works with client around the world via telephone and online individually and through group coaching programs.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:37 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:37:17 GMT
Award-winning chef Gordon Ramsay, restaurateur Joe Bastianich and acclaimed chef Graham Elliot return to the MASTERCHEF judging panel. After a nationwide search, only the best home cooks - including
Award-winning chef Gordon Ramsay, restaurateur Joe Bastianich and acclaimed chef Graham Elliot return to the MASTERCHEF judging panel.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:36 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:36:14 GMT
Get this recipe courtesy of Jim Glowacki and the folks at the St. Mary's Polish Country Fair happening May 24-27 on the grounds of St. Mary's Preparatory in Orchard Lake.
Get this recipe courtesy of Jim Glowacki and the folks at the St. Mary's Polish Country Fair happening May 24-27 on the grounds of St. Mary's Preparatory in Orchard Lake.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:58 AM EDT2013-05-22 11:58:40 GMT
The Cannes Film Festival is missing one of its biggest stars of this year's festival: Ryan Gosling. That's because he's in Detroit shooting his directorial debut, "How to Catch a Monster."
The Cannes Film Festival is missing one of its biggest stars of this year's festival: Ryan Gosling. That's because he's in Detroit shooting his directorial debut, "How to Catch a Monster."
