Sadly, we recently lost Golden eagle Nimbus, the long tome resident and mate of Sierra. Nimbus was euthanized in late September 2010 due to a compromised respiratory ailment that he had been fighting for years. He will be missed.

 

 

 

Shiloh, the beautiful American Bald Eagle came to the Zoo from the Department of Fish and Game in the summer of 2010 after failing release testing. Unfortunately, Shiloh passed on due to an advanced respiratory illness before his new home was ready and we could all take in his majesty.

DOB: 1995 or 1996
FCZS: 10/11/96
Sex: Male
Weight: 4.3 lbs.

Though ringtails live in this region of California, most zoo sanctuary visitors have never seen one in the wild. Even within his miner’s shack home, viewers often need help finding Chaos, who is usually tucked away on one of the high shelves. (Chaos came to FCZS through the Department of Fish and Game, confiscated as an illegal pet.)

Chaos has adapted well to numerous roommates in his years at the zoo. In the wild, ringtails live solitary lives, except during mating season. Chaos, however, seems to enjoy the company of current roommate Emma. He has also shared space with a skunk and several opossums.

In 2006 keepers noticed a bulging and hazing of his left eye. Further testing found age related corneal edema and the eye was removed. His right eye has recently been showing similar symptoms but treatment seems to be helping.

DOB: Winter, 1992
FCZS: 12/6/95
Sex: Male
Weight: 612 lbs.

As a youngster Fisher was being taught by his mother to “fish” at a fish cleaning station near Bridgeport, California. After his mother was destroyed, Fisher was captured and ended up here in Folsom. Fisher helped the National Park Service and other companies by testing containers that could securely hold food and/or garbage so that bears are not tempted to enter areas where people frequent.

Sadly, after a physical examination had determined that his quality of life was severely compromised, FCZS Staff and attending Veterinarians determined that further treatment was not an option. Fisher was gently euthanatized in late April, 2010.

Black Bear Fisher for many years was a "Star Resident" of the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary and will be dearly missed by all who worked with and knew him.

Notes from the public on Fisher's passing:

DOB: March 1995
FCZS: 3/8/96
Sex: Male
Weight: 29 lbs

Ono’s family was accidentally killed during a barn demolition. His rescuers originally raised him, but brought him to the Folsom Zoo when they moved out-of-state. Bobcats are normally solitary animals, coming together only during breeding periods. Ono and his fellow bobcat “roommates” got along quite well however, and even tolerated human caregivers.

He went in to have the large mass on the side of his face further evaluated in Janruary of 2012 and after examining him additional masses were found near his heart and abdomen. Prognosis and treatment options were not good so the decision was made to humanely euthanize him. He was a very special bobcat who will be missed by many.

DOB: 4/10/95
FCZS: 6/19/95
Sex: Female
Weight: 69 lbs.

Beautiful Redbud came to Folsom from an Indiana wolf research center in 1995. Redbud was the only female in Folsom’s wolf pack.

Wolf Redbud was taken to Loomis Basin Vet in late January for a thorough exam. She had several collapsed disc spaces in her spine and neck, as well some puncture wounds along her back that were most likely caused by the other wolves. Redbud was already being treated with pain and arthritis medication and the keepers had been monitoring her condition for quite some time. After considering all the issues she was facing and her overall quality of life it was determined that the most humane thing to do was to gently euthanize her. We know she will be greatly missed by everyone. She was a beautiful girl and had many wonderful years here with all her wolf companions. She was a symbol of the Friends and will always be in our hearts.

DOB: 4/9/98
FCZS: 6/7/98
Sex: Male
Weight: 95 lbs.

Often mistaken for polar bears, Harrison and fellow guard dog Cheyenne are really in charge of security at Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary.

As a pup, Harrison was quite a handful. He tended to chase rather than protect livestock, especially chickens. The one thing he was highly protective of was his food (still is). Older, and wiser, Chelsea ( Chelsea passed away in 2004) somehow managed to impart her knowledge onto this active youngster and now Harrison is the dependable guard for which his breed of dog is known.

Within the pasture community Harrison has taken an affectionate interest in Jane, one of the black-tailed deer. On the other hand he usually growls at Charlotte the pig. Although Harrison is friendly with people he knows, he takes his job very seriously, and aggressively protects his domain.

Harrison died quietly of cancer in December of 2009

DOB: 3/23/01
FCZS: 5/4/01
Sex: Male
Weight: 18 lbs

In the wild, red foxes tunnel underground to provide safety for their litters. Jasper can often be found tucked inside one of the culvert tunnels in his exhibit. Just like his wild cousins though, he can also be found sleeping on the ground or climbing up on something high. Jasper is the lightest colored of the four siblings.

Jasper passed in April of 2011 due to complications of cancer.

DOB: 2000
FCZS: 8/13/01
Sex: Male
Weight: 103 lbs.

Ventura weighed only five pounds when he was found, separated from his mother, in Ventura County. He had several homes before coming to Folsom in 2001. Whenever working near the enclosure, zookeepers will always find Ventura nearby–definitely a “curious” cat.

On Tuesday, October 18, 2011 Ventura was unwell and continued to get worse after initial treatment of fluids and antibiotics for fever and dehydration. Throughout his life he had medical challenges and was able to pull through all of them. His condition this time was much worse and treatment options were limited. He was gently euthanized on October 20.

Over the years, Ventura became a wise mentor for youngsters Rio, Flash and newbie Cedar. The lucky humans who knew him were enlightened by his benevolence and kind heart. Visitors, staff and volunteers are saddened by his passing.

 

 

DOB: 4/7/94
FCZS: 6/20/95
Sex: Male
Weight: 74 lbs.

Granite, an incredibly handsome, gray wolf has lived at the Folsom Zoo since 1995. His original owners had planned to keep him as a pet, but found early on that his behavior was “too wolf-like”. Granite is the Alpha male and gets the attention of female Redbud and the respect of other males.

Granite sadly passed away in the summer of 2009

DOB: Summer, 1998
FCZS: 10/19/98
Sex: Female
Weight: 116 lbs.

It is unknown what circumstances brought Alder into the care of humans. When she was a tiny kitten, Alder was dropped off anonymously at a bakery in Ventura, California. Suffering from intestinal parasites and ringworm, she arrived in Folsom in October where she was nursed back to health.

Sadly, Alder began suffering from repeated seizures and had to be euthanized in early Aug 2010.

Dakota could not manage to survive in the wild because of a broken wing, possibly from a gunshot. Hawks are frequently shot by people who wrongfully believe they are harmful. He moved to the zoo in the 1970's.

DOB: Spring 1995
FCZS: 3/29/96
Sex: Female
Weight: 13.9 lbs.

Emma arrived at Folsom after being rehabilitated at a wildlife care facility. She had been hit by a car and sustained neurological damage. Although there are other raccoons at the zoo sanctuary, Emma’s somewhat unsteady nature precludes her living with these very active girls. Instead she has resided with somewhat less active roommates over the years, including a skunk, opossums, and her current roommate--ringtail Chaos. She has been known to give up her food to these other animals and get visibly upset when her current roommate, Chaos, leaves for any length of time.

DOB: 6/3/83
FCZS: 6/3/83
Sex: Male
Weight: 28 lbs.

BJ, is one of the few animals born at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary. His mother, Tinker, was a zoo resident and allowed keepers to interact with BJ as a kitten. Despite this close attention, he is still quite shy around humans.

Red-tailed hawk Phoenix was found injured in 1991. His broken wing was repaired but he also had damage to his tail. A bird uses its tail for steering and stopping. Since his tail doesn't function properly, Phoenix needed a permanent home.

Injured in the wild, this kestral was named in honor of M.B. Goodier, a founder of the Sacramento Wildlife Care Association. Even slight wing damage like his makes wild survival impossible.

DOB: unknown
FCZS: 4/06
Sex: Male
Weight:

Rex was found as a stray in the Sacramento area and was held hoping his family would claim him. Because wolf-hybrids can be difficult and sometimes dangerous pets, most animal shelters destroy them if their owners are not located. Rex was very lucky to find a home at the Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary. He and Lincoln were able to be together right away and seem to be getting along famously.

Barbados-cross sheep Dodge