Salisbury Zoo’s Ocelot Anahi relocates to Buffalo Zoo for breeding program

SALISBURY — The Salisbury Zoo has announced that Anahi, the Zoo’s resident ocelot, has been relocated to the Buffalo Zoo based on a breeding recommendation from the Species Survival Plan. “While we are not a part of the SSP, we are proud to support its mission by helping with breeding initiatives that promote genetic diversity in ocelot populations within accredited U.S. zoos. Anahi left for her new home on October 1, where she has been paired with a male ocelot, supporting the SSP’s efforts,” officials said in a news release. The Species Survival Plan evaluates the genetic profiles of ocelots in U.S. programs to determine which individuals would be most beneficial to breed. The effort aims to maintain a healthy and sustainable population of this endangered species, according to the zoo. In return, the Salisbury Zoo will soon welcome a male ocelot from the Caldwell Zoo in Texas. His arrival is expected this fall, pending favorable weather conditions. In preparation, Salisbury…..

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