Zoo Boise is inviting the public to Red, White, and Zoo on Saturday, July 2 to celebrate three very special birthdays at the zoo including the birth of our nation, Zoo Boise’s spider monkey Elvis who is turning 60, and Aldabra tortoise Mr. Mac’s 100th birthday! Under human care, spider monkeys have a lifespan of 20 to 40 years, so Elvis turning 60 is a big deal. Aldabra tortoises have been known to live more than 150 years and may be the longest living of all animals – although this is hard to prove because they have outlived the scientists who were studying them, and proper records were not kept.
At Red, White, and Zoo guests are encouraged to dress in their favorite Red, White, and Blue or animal themed outfits. There will be a costume contest and a parade for those who are dressed up! Plus, there will be entertainment, live music, opportunities to watch the zoo animals rip open their presents, Mr. Mac encounters, Butterflies in Bloom, games, activities, vendors, and much more!
Red, White, and Zoo is happening from 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. on July 2 at Zoo Boise with last admission at 4 p.m. For more information, visit the Zoo Boise website.