The news has broken loose ⚠️
#ArtemisPaleozoo
has a publisher! We’re excited to work with
@rextoothstudios
to bring the past to our present 📚🦕 Stay tuned for more updates!
"Open!" keeper Krystal Gonzalez (
@Doodlize
) calls to Chuy, the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
's Tyrannosaurus rex, during a dental checkup. While large in size, Chuy has spent years working with wildlife care specialists in voluntary procedures, keeping records of his overall health. 🦖 (1/4)
How do our Europasaurus "measure up" to recording their height? With an eager stomach! 🌿🦕
While considered a "small" sauropod, cataloging information on these giraffe-sized herbivores contributes to learning more about dinosaur development and this amazing species in our care!
The Artemis Paleozoo is an artbook by a collective of illustrators, educators, and creatives that depicts a modern menagerie of creatures that time forgot.
Follow us for updates and previews as we approach our pre-order date and official launch. Stay tuned! 🦕🦖
⚠️ WARNING! ⚠️
The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
is closed until further notice. We are under a code red: an animal escape. One of our resident Tiktaalik is armed (or rather, flippered) and dangerous. Those at the Amber Vivarium are advised to evacuate immediately.
The Artemis Paleozoo is home to over 40 de-extinct animal species. Here's a glimpse at just a handful of our prehistoric stars from our visual guide.
The only way you'll get closer is to plan a visit! 🦖
#ArtemisPaleozoo
#ProjectPaleozoo
Sometimes "putting your heads together" can lead to unexpected results!
The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
would like to wish everyone a safe and happy Halloween. To enjoy it with those you love, and maybe receive some treats along the way. 🎃🍬
Art by team member
@teolorenzopaleo
🎨
At the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
, our animal care staff maintain routine checkups with every species across the park. This allows us to monitor and record the welfare of our animals, finding new ways to tailor their husbandry needs.
Art by team member
@skinkpunch
and
@alexeratops
🐟
Keeping eyes on the prize 👀
Lillith, one of the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
's two Deinonychus, was recently involved in a study on color recognition within theropod dinosaurs. Part of the study included how these animals respond to every-day stimuli, with training being included! (1/3)
A part of Chinese culture, the zodiac calendar represents a repeating, 12-year cycle with fortune and attributes associated with each animal. Our
#APZ
calendar does the same, reflecting the likeness of each species you may find!
Which prehistoric creature are you? 🐕🐍🐓🐉
A tiny trio of pterosaurs to brighten your timeline 🐣
On this
#ThrowbackThursday
, these Pterodactylus chicks were some of the first members into the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
's Time of Flight Aviary! With keen eyes and an adamant appetite, are not too dissimilar in personality today ☀️
What's the best way to a dinosaur's heart? It's stomach. 🍎🥬 Luckily for our Miragaia, and many other species of the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
, nutrition is a top priority with every animal in our care. (1/3)
Our two Carcharodontosaurus Bakari (left) and Nadira (right) are a pair that have been together since their hatchday. While one may view these large carnivores as fearsome, we can certainly say they share a much more gentle side than meets the eye.
Happy Valentine's Day! ❤️🦖
What's it like to work with ancient animals? Here's an ichthyostega training session! 🌿
Using targets as a visual cue, our animals learn to associate these tools with receiving a reward - like snacks! Allowing us to observe/note their health and body condition
#ArtemisPaleozoo
When life gives you pumpkins.....animal care staff get creative! 🎃🦕
While we can safely assume scarecrows were NOT present during the Cretaceous period, our Saichania Remi is still provided the opportunity to investigate something new in her environment!
#ArtemisPaleozoo
Here's a
#ThrowbackThursday
of working with Wendy, the Ichthyovenator, during her hatchling days! Her food-motivated personality certainly hasn't left us, which we use as a positive during training sessions and health assessments. 🐟
#ArtemisPaleozoo
Happy
#InternationalDinosaurDay
from Goliath the Dreadnoughtus! The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
is home to many dinosaur species, and Dreadnoughtus is the largest of our collection. 🦕🦕
Also, stay tuned as we share a very special video announcement tomorrow...
Perks of being an
#ArtemisPaleozoo
keeper - visiting animals behind the scenes on your day off. Today keeper Krystal (
@Doodlize
) comes to see one of the zoo's ambassador species, Mononykus!
Art by team member
@skinkpunch
🎨
This week's What is it Wednesday answer is Ichthyovenator! We look forward to your visit and witnessing this amazing species. 🌊
Art by team member
@_PaleoGeek_
🎨
The answer to this week's What is it Wednesday is inostrancevia! A large gorgonopsid of the Permian period. Thank you everyone for submitting your guesses!
#ArtemisPaleozoo
Art by team member
@jutyrannus
🎨
#InternationalZookeeperWeek
, meant to celebrate the time and dedication of wildlife care specialists around the world, is one of our favorite events here at the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
.
We start the week with keeper Laura, as she wlecomes a newborn Parasaurolophus on its hatch day. 🌿
Ambassador animals provide guests opportunities to create deep, memorable connections to the natural world.
Today our keepers
@teolorenzopaleo
and
@Doodlize
prepare a pair of Microraptor and Yi qi for an upcoming ambassador animal showcase! 🐦
#ArtemisPaleozoo
Season's greetings from the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
! 🎃🍂
During autumn, animals are offered new and exciting enrichment opportunities to promote natural behaviors that stimulate their minds and bodies. Our Deinocheirus Mike seems to be having a "gourd-time" with his produce.
You've heard of the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
, now its time to meet the team behind it! With seventeen people involved in the creation of this artbook, we are pleased to present this new wave of media to you all 🦖
If you'd like to support our team, feel free to give them a follow today!
DYK in 1999, Project ARTEMIS, where the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
receives its name, began as an experimental branch of the Human Genome Project? 🧬
In 2004, the genome of the extinct platypus Obdurodon was restored and engineered as our first prospective inhabitant of the zoo!
This
#ThrowbackThursday
for
#ZookeeperWeek
takes us to the first weighing of our Inostrancevia cubs!
Long before their claws and canines came in, Anna and Ivan were small in size (and often sleepy) in their early years. 💤 Featured is wildlife care specialist
@Jutyrannus
. 🍃
Good morning, guests! With the dragon festival still burning with life, here are our special events at the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
. 🔥🐉
Our animal care staff will be focusing on the dragons that call our grounds home, so stop by to learn about each species and their care today! 🦖
A-gourd-ing to Clover the
#Deinonychus
, autumn is the best season! 🍂🎃 She tends to stash seasonal enrichment items around her exhibit. We can't say we blame her!
Be sure to pay our feathery friends a visit during your next trip at the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
.
Maverick the Kaprosuchus may be semi-aquatic like that of modern crocodilians, though his proportionally longer legs make him quick on his feet!
You can find Maverick and many other astonishing, ancient animals at our Tooth and Claw section of the
#Artemispaleozoo
. 🐊
Come one, come all! Today brings a new What is it Wednesday.
Our next creature snaps into action with its toothy jaws. We're sure this croc-mannered dinosaur will surprise guests and make a splash in their hearts. Leave your guesses in the comments below! 🦖
#ArtemisPaleozoo
A beloved member of our zoo family, Kronos the Andrewsarchus is one of the many unique mammals that call
#ArtemisPaleozoo
home! Because of which, we'll be taking a glimpse into the care and welfare of his species with our visual guide. 🥬🥩 (1/2)
The answer to this week's What is it Wednesday is Zuniceratops! You can find this goat-sized herbivore at the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
's Cretaceous Safari 🌿.
Art by team member
@anomallite
🎨
Everyone loves a good guessing game, so the
#ArtemisPaleoZoo
will be hosting a what is it Wednesday!
We start with our zoo's mascot. A dinosaur who stands tall to adversity and makes waves with every step. Leave your guesses in the comments below! Art by
@ThePaintPaddock
🎨
There's nothing like fall colors and fallen leaves 🍁. As one of our older members of the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
, Sadie the Carnotaurus can be seen exploring her exhibit at your next stay!
What do you love about autumn? Leave your thoughts in the comments below. Art by
@gummmydragon
🎨
The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
's dragon festival starts today! Our Guanlong Zuxian, meaning "ancestor" in Mandarin, relates to the species' connection as an early Tyrannosauroid.🔥
You can visit both Zuxian and Chuy the Tyrannosaurus rex at the zoo's Tyrant Passage! 🐉🦖
Happy Monday, guests! During your stay, the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
will provide key signage with our daily program schedule. These opportunities will let you experience and learn about our ancient critters like never before.
Be sure to ask any of our guest services staff for details🦕
Happy lunar new year,
#ArtemisPaleozoo
guests! 🐉🐊
Dragons in culture have often occupied environments such as rivers and streams. Here at the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
, crocodilians like Kaprosuchus are no different! 🌊
Wishing everyone good fortune and opportunities this new year ⭐️
Everyone loves a good guessing game, so the
#ArtemisPaleoZoo
will be hosting a what is it Wednesday!
We start with our zoo's mascot. A dinosaur who stands tall to adversity and makes waves with every step. Leave your guesses in the comments below! Art by
@ThePaintPaddock
🎨
Today on
#worldpenguinday
, the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
is happy to share its colony of Spheniscus megaramphus, an extinct giant penguin from South America! 🌎
Make sure to wave a flipper and say hello to our colony at the Fossil Coastlines exhibit during your visit! 🐧🐟
It's that time of the week again - What is it Wednesday! Where guests guess the prehistoric wonders that call the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
home. 🦕🦖
Today's animal takes life "by the horns" while its size surprises anyone who lays eyes on it. Leave your guesses in the comments below!
The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
team would like to take a moment to thank our ever-growing fanbase since our initial August announcement.
As we continuously work behind the scenes to bring this artbook to life, more exciting content can be expected just around the corner! 🦕🦖
Paleozoo superfans can't get enough of our exclusive merch 🦕🥤. What do you look for when visiting a giftshop? Let us know in the comments below!
Comic art by team member
@skinkpunch
🎨
The answer to this week's What is it Wednesday is Aquilolamna! The extinct shark of Late Cretaceous Mexico. We appreciate your participation! ⭐️
#ArtemisPaleozoo
Art by team member
@dynamicoceanic
🎨
Therizinosaurus cheloniformis is certainly a unique dinosaur, and did you know its fragmentary remains were originally thought to be part of a Cretaceous-age turtle? 🦖🐢
Theresa, our adult female, can be visited within the Tooth and Claw section of the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
!
After a 2-year construction period, the wait is over. The Amber Vivarium is now open! 🐸🦋🦎
We'll be spending the month of May celebrating the species that crawl, swim, climb, slither and call this place home. So make sure to stay updated for
#APZvivariummonth
!
As the weather cools down and winter approaches, our animals have received the last batch of pumpkins for the year! 🎃🦖
What are you most excited about this winter? Sitting by the fire? Snow? Staying up-to-date with the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
? Let us know in the comments!
Wirt, the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
's Beelzebufo, wasn't always the "humongous hopper" we know today. Here's a throwback to his transition out of the tadpole phase (1 month - 3 months old), a fun way to celebrate
#WorldFrogDay
! 🐸
Art by team member
@DehautNathan
🎨
Welcome back to another What Is It Wednesday-your chance to guess the prehistoric celebrities featured at the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
.
Today's animal is well-preserved in the fossil record and capable of fitting in the palm of your hand. Leave your thoughts in the comments today!
At the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
, a common questions is "What do you feed the animals?". Well we're here with answers! Starting with the zoo's largest member - Dreadnoughtus 🦕
We will be sharing the zoo's dietary guides for you to enjoy! What animal would you like to see next? 👀
Dragons in culture are often revered for their speed and prowess, and dromaeosaurs like Deinonychus are no different. 🐉
You can visit Clover and Lillith, our two Deinonychus sisters, at the zoo's Time of Flight Aviary! 🦉🕊. Deinonychus art by
@teolorenzopaleo
🎨
Make way, guests! Because Athena, one of the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
's ichthyovenator, is having a "gourd" time with her enrichment. 🎃
A seasonal favorite for many animals at the zoo, gourds offer a piece of enrichment for carnivores to sink their teeth and claws into. 🍁
@CrkyItsChrstian
"These are not the mindless beasts of horror movies, but inquisitive, adaptable animals that share many common traits and behaviors to species today."
We'd like to thank many of our followers for your continued support, as we conclude this year's
#nationalZookeeperWeek
💚 (4/4)
Kicking off
#APZvivariummonth
, we're in need of some color! Our team member
@DehautNathan
has crafted this stellar coloring page for anyone to add their own artistic spin to our animals. 🐸🦂
Post your finished page with our event's hashtag for a chance to be shared by us!
"It's completely up to him. If Chuy decides he doesn't want to participate for a session, we follow his lead" Krystal remarks. Being the famous animal that T.rex is, education is a key component of unveiling the real side of the tyrant lizard king. (2/4) 🩺
Hump day couldn't come soon enough - it's another What is it Wednesday!
Today's animal cuts right to the chase with its claws and teeth. Stemming from a time before the dinosaurs, leave your guesses down below on what this creature could be!
#ArtemisPaleozoo
What's a great way to help build memories during your
#ArtemisPaleozoo
visit? A quality meal 🥕🦕
For the APZ's dragon festival, our culinary team has worked to prepare authentic dishes that embrace eastern flavors with fresh ingredients. We hope you enjoy! 🍜
Many people ask me about the anime adaptation, then please VOTE for Dinosaur Sanctuary! This is the most famous manga award in Japan! Making me famous is the FASTEST way to adapt it into an anime!!
You can vote from the link below!
1 year ago today, we as the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
began with a humble goal - creating an artbook depicting the care and preservation of life that time forgot.
We can't be thankful enough for your support, and can assure that the end result will all be worth the wait! 🦕⭐️
"It's a pleasure to show people that there's more to dinosaurs than older, outdated media portrayals" says Director of Animal Care, Christian Flores (
@CrkyItsChrstian
). (3/4)
It's Morphin' Time! Metamorphosis, that is! 🐸
In summary, metamorphosis is the process of an animal undergoing often sudden, biological change from an immature to mature adult form. Here for
#APZvivariummonth
, we use this diagram of the zoo's Eryops! 🔄
The results are in! With your votes counted, the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
is happy to welcome its newest Anurognathus...Spud! 🥔
Spud has joined our resident Anurognathus colony and will "soar" to new heights as an ambassador for his species. Thank you for everyone's participation! 🦇
Maverick is never shy to show his pearly whites on
#WorldCrocodilianDay
🐊. This day, meant not only to spread awareness of these animals, also recognizes the plight of modern crocs and their need for our help. (1/2)
It’s surprising that, for how popular it is, kaprosuchus hasn’t appeared in any media outside of primeval and ark survival. You’d think we’d see more long-legged crocs in docs or movies.
Do you have a child or young one with an eye for amazement? Join us today in Pontia Plaza, as we'll be holding a storytelling performance of "The Two Dragons," an original, interactive tale at the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
! 🐉
This event is included with zoo admission. ⭐️
The answer to yesterday's What is it Wednesday is Sinosauropteryx! Thank you all for your participation.🦖
#ArtemisPaleozoo
Art by team member
@skinkpunch
🎨
Crawling with amphibians, reptiles, and Invertebrates, the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
's Amber Vivarium has one sailed-celebrity that's a guest favorite - Platyhystrix! 🐸
You can often observe the species sitting in their shallow pool and mud wallows during your visit. 💧
#WorldFrogDay
has the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
hopping with excitement! 🐸
Frogs and other amphibians are important in offering insight into the health of our waterways, though face many challenges. You can be an amphibious friend by following our lifestyle tips today! 🌍♻️
Happy holidays, zoo patrons! We’ll be closing early today and will reopen on the 2nd of January. For those of you currently visiting, Tyrant Passage and the Cretaceous Safari will be closing at 1:00pm.
Check the digital boards for other zoo/attraction details. 💙🦕🦖
Are you a dinosaur lover in need of some morning caffeine? Well the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
has the answer! We are proud to announce our newest line of coffee - PooBrew, with the fragrant taste of prehistory. ☕️🦕💩
April Fool's!
The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
needs your help! Our Time of Flight aviary has welcomed a new anurognathus to its colony, and with four choices narrowed down by our animal care team, cast your vote in the comments of this post to reveal next Friday!
- Spud
- Echo
- Rocket
- Panko
When pondering the existence of a zoo filled with extinct life, one might ask themselves: "how do they do it?". Here are some answers!
For pterosaurs like Kepodactylus, we use knowledge learned from both the fossil record and modern analogs to fit their needs!
#ArtemisPaleozoo
Are you looking to find the perfect gift for your loved ones this holiday season? The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
is here to help! 🎄🦕
The APZ giftshop is filled with an array of commemorative items, plush toys, books, and apparel meant for any fan of earth's past. 🎁
Good morning,
#ArtemisPaleozoo
fans! Here are our current events this Friday, today at the Paleozoo. ☀️
For
#APZvivariummonth
, all keeper talks, trainings, and activities will be housed at the Amber Vivarium today for ease of access! We hope you enjoy your stay. 🐸🐝
Lumbering out of his favorite wallow, Phil the Platyhystrix is here to say that our summer hours are here! ☀️🐸
Grab your sunscreen and be prepared for adventure, because the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
is ready to share unforgettable moments for the whole family. Book your tickets now!
Is your child a fan of crafts and crawling critters? Why not build a bug! 🐛
Sourced from recycled materials, this free children's activity allows kids to work hands-on while learning the importance of reusing and repurposing items to help the planet. 🦋♻️
#APZvivariummonth
With
#EndangeredSpeciesDay
represented during
#APZvivariummonth
, the Artemis Paleozoo would like to extend its embrace of forest conservation and the importance it plays for endangered species across the world. (1/2) 🌿
For the stem-mammal Suminia, stocking stuffers make the perfect gift this winter. 🍎
In this time of goodwill and thanks, the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
would like to extend its gratitude and wish everyone a safe and happy holidays, as we soon stomp our way into the new year. 🎄⭐️
The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
's animals have many personalities, though how would they do in the dating scene? Our animal care staff have worked to create what their profiles might look like! ❤️🦕
Which is your favorite? Let us know in the comments! Happy
#ValentinesDay
🦖
At Paleo Base Camp, get up close and personal with species like the platypus Obdurodon, or have a view of our Miragaia habitat. Need a snack or keepsake? Paleo Base Camp is also home to delectable culinary offerings and eclectic gift shops. 🌿
Reserve your tickets today! 🎟
Animal welfare and husbandry are a premier focus here at the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
, with each species having its own unique needs for success. Sharing a glimpse into how we categorize and care for our animals, here's a visual guide for the dinosaur Mononykus! 🐜🪳 (1/2)
It's a bird! It's a plane! It's What is it Wednesday!
Today's animal goes toe to toe with a modern group of mammals. A large and impressive carnivore, leave your guesses in the comments below! 🥩
Art by team member
@animsaurus
🎨
The animals of the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
come in many shapes and forms, but how do you "size-up" to these species? Let's take a look! 🔍
Stegoceras validum is a small Pachycephalosaur that can be easily recognized by their dome-shaped heads and shorter stature. ☀️🌱
Our spring hours are here! With upcoming events and warmer weather on the horizon, we hope to see you soon on your next
#ArtemisPaleozoo
adventure! 🦕☀️
Graphic art by team member
@thepaintpaddock
🎨
Are you in need of some mid-week excitement? Well be ready, because the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
returns with a
#WhatisitWednesday
!
This Late Cretaceous critter enjoys lush plants, fresh water, and has a large set of arms to collect its salad. Cast your guess in the comments below! 🌿
Strap in,
#ArtemisPaleozoo
fans, it’s What Is It Wednesday!
This week's animal takes things slow, and is related to a modern group of animals that coast the world today! Use your detective skills and leave your guesses in the comments below. ⬇️
The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
team remains the heart of this artbook and project as a whole. Because of which, we'll be doing team spotlights!
Today's highlights Laura Ekblad (@ paleona on Instagram), one of
@ProjectPaleozoo
's esteemed illustrators! 🦕🎨
Gliding through the air, dragons of many shapes and sizes take to the sky. In the world of dinosaurs, Yi Qi is no different. 🪽🐉
Meaning "strange wing," you can witness Yi Qi at the zoo's Time of Flight Aviary or during an ambassador animal showcase. 🦅
The mid-week isn't complete without a What is it Wednesday, guessing which creatures call the
#ArtemisPaleozoo
home!
Today, you'll need to look up where this creature is flapping its wings and clacking its bill in anticipation. Post your thoughts in the comments below! ⬇️
The
#ArtemisPaleozoo
followers swam in and voted, now bring your flippers together for our newest Spheniscus megaramphus - Illari! 🌊🐧
Illari, meaning "dawn" or "beginning" in the Inca language Quechua, is in reference to the species discovery in Late Miocene Peru! (1/2)
Filling the role as one of Project Paleozoo’s illustrators, writers and cartographers, today's team spotlight covers Alex Morton (
@alexeratops
).
Make sure to check his profile and support today! ☀️
#ArtemisPaleozoo