UPDATE: Beloved Pet Nutria Allowed to Stay With Louisiana Family
A Louisiana nutria rat captured the hearts of thousands earlier this week but now the family of the motherless rodent is wiping away tears over their beloved pet being taken away.
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Baton Rouge Zoo Temporarily Closed Due to Construction Issue
The zoo made the announcement Thursday on its Facebook page and website.
Baton Rouge Zoo Extends Hours for 50 Cent Admission Days
We reported earlier this month that the Baton Rouge Zoo was offering $0.50 admission on every Wednesday in the month of June, and now we have even better news.
50 Cent Admission to the Baton Rouge Zoo on Wednesdays in June
The Baton Rouge Zoo is celebrating its 50 year anniversary and giving zoo lovers the deal of a lifetime.
'Burreaux' a Possible Name for Baton Rouge Zoo's Baby Giraffe
Last month we brought you the story about the Baton Rouge Zoo wanting the public's input in helping name their new baby giraffe. The nomination process is over and the top three names have been revealed.
Baton Rouge Zoo Invites Public to Help Them Name New Baby Giraffe
The Baton Rouge Zoo is asking for the public's help in naming one of their new residents, a male reticulated giraffe who was born the day after Christmas.
Ape Escapes Baton Rouge Zoo, Quickly Captured
A small, 3-year-old siamang gibbon escaped from BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo on Friday afternoon but was quickly captured.