New at the Zoo: Snowy Owls in Critter Encounters   

Snowy Owls - Christian Sperka

Two snowy owls have landed at Nashville Zoo. The pair, one male and one female, came to the Nashville from the Beardsley Zoo in Connecticut and can be seen at on exhibit in the Zoo’s Critter Encounters area.

“Snowy owls are one of the most captivating animals; they have an almost mythological look to them,” said Joe deGraauw, avian curator at Nashville Zoo. “In the winter, we are usually making amends to keep birds out of the harsh temperatures, but these birds relish it. Their preference of much cooler weather means you can see them on exhibit when other animals may have limited access.”

Snowy owls (Bubo scandiacus) are native to the Arctic regions of North America and Eurasia. Males are almost completely white, and females are largely white with brown and black markings. Unlike other owl species, snowy owls is diurnal and are most active during the daytime. Guests can learn more about snowy owls by attending keeper talks offered throughout the week. Keeper Talk information can be found on the Zoo’s website at www.nashvillezoo.org.

Nashville Zoo is accredited by the prestigious Association of Zoos and Aquariums, assuring the highest standards of animal care and husbandry. The Zoo is a nonprofit organization located at 3777 Nolensville Road and is open every day except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s Day. The mission of Nashville Zoo is to inspire a culture of understanding and discovery of our natural world through conservation, innovation and leadership. For more information about Nashville Zoo, call 615-833-1534 or visit www.nashvillezoo.org.

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