Adam and Peter are in the Bronx
A cold, cold Saturday in New York City saw Peter and I heading North of Manhattan to the lesser known borough of the Bronx. Though we had intended on seeing the entirety of the area, we quickly became enraptured with the lovely little (and Big) furballs that dwell in the Bronx Zoo. What was supposed to be a breezy walk through the Zoo became a four hour animal extravaganza! Highlights of the day included some big brown bears, a real life tiger (!!!), and a good bowl of pea soup.
With approximately 15,000 residential units, The Bronx's "co-op city" is one of the largest public housing projects in the USA.
The Bronx Zoo first opened its doors in 1899, with a simple mission statement: to advance the study of zoology, protect wildlife, and educate the public. Peter thinks that they are doing a pretty good job.
Our first brush with real wildlife in The Bronx: Peter can barely contain his excitement about this beautiful specimen.
We were not quite sure what kind of animal this was. We were, however, certain of one thing: it was the cutest little thing we had ever seen. I could barely hold back the urge to jump in his cage and cuddle the crap out of him. Peter thought it looked Chinese. Perhaps.
Jungle World, a building within the zoo, effectively simulates the feeling of being amongst the animals in their natural surroundings. You would never know by the look of this picture that it was snowing.
This is a picture taken of a picture on Tiger Mountain. The majesty and power of these beautiful animals defies any description. There is simply nothing like seeing a tiger.
This is Taurus, presumably named after his astrological sign. Taurus' people (or tigers) need our help: tigers everywhere are becoming increasingly endangered as a result of poaching and natural resource development. One look at Taurus in the flesh, and this may very well become your primary policy concern.
These little grey monkeys liked to jump around a fight.
The Grizzly Bear needs no introduction. Massive, powerful, agile, and with blinding speed. We were not sure who would win in a fight between the Grizzly and the Tiger, but we thought it would be an epic battle on par with Alien vs. Predator.
This is a Malayan Tapir. Despite their ungainly looks, Tapirs can gallop through the jungle, scramble up steep sloaps, and swim in fast flowing rivers.
Peter walked into Monkey World in search of a wise looking primate. This is what he found.
The second cutest animal we saw: the Tree Kangaroo.
This is a black panther. He wouldn't stay still long enough for me to truly capture his essence in the Nikon Coolpix my mother got me for Christmas.
After the Zoo, the weary wildlife watchers walked to the local diner. Here is Peter enjoying a warn bowl of pea soup: happy to be out of the snow.
Who would have known that such a cold day would provide us with such warm memories. Thanks, Bronx! We promise to come again and check out the rest of you!
With approximately 15,000 residential units, The Bronx's "co-op city" is one of the largest public housing projects in the USA.
The Bronx Zoo first opened its doors in 1899, with a simple mission statement: to advance the study of zoology, protect wildlife, and educate the public. Peter thinks that they are doing a pretty good job.
Our first brush with real wildlife in The Bronx: Peter can barely contain his excitement about this beautiful specimen.
We were not quite sure what kind of animal this was. We were, however, certain of one thing: it was the cutest little thing we had ever seen. I could barely hold back the urge to jump in his cage and cuddle the crap out of him. Peter thought it looked Chinese. Perhaps.
Jungle World, a building within the zoo, effectively simulates the feeling of being amongst the animals in their natural surroundings. You would never know by the look of this picture that it was snowing.
This is a picture taken of a picture on Tiger Mountain. The majesty and power of these beautiful animals defies any description. There is simply nothing like seeing a tiger.
This is Taurus, presumably named after his astrological sign. Taurus' people (or tigers) need our help: tigers everywhere are becoming increasingly endangered as a result of poaching and natural resource development. One look at Taurus in the flesh, and this may very well become your primary policy concern.
These little grey monkeys liked to jump around a fight.
The Grizzly Bear needs no introduction. Massive, powerful, agile, and with blinding speed. We were not sure who would win in a fight between the Grizzly and the Tiger, but we thought it would be an epic battle on par with Alien vs. Predator.
This is a Malayan Tapir. Despite their ungainly looks, Tapirs can gallop through the jungle, scramble up steep sloaps, and swim in fast flowing rivers.
Peter walked into Monkey World in search of a wise looking primate. This is what he found.
The second cutest animal we saw: the Tree Kangaroo.
This is a black panther. He wouldn't stay still long enough for me to truly capture his essence in the Nikon Coolpix my mother got me for Christmas. 
After the Zoo, the weary wildlife watchers walked to the local diner. Here is Peter enjoying a warn bowl of pea soup: happy to be out of the snow. 
Who would have known that such a cold day would provide us with such warm memories. Thanks, Bronx! We promise to come again and check out the rest of you!
posted by Adam Humphreys at 7:47 PM
1 Comments:
oh so many memories come back when i am looking at your pictures, sigh, I remember the elephant and camel rides at the bronx zoo, Where was the giraffe? oh he was cool.
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