Red Ruffed Lemur Boulder‘s near neighbor continues to provide wonderful photo models. The Denver Zoo is an eclectic grouping of cool animals and modern habitats. This highly endangered red ruffed lemur at the zoo is as interested in us as we are in it. Latin and Lemurs, The Science of the Cute! The Red Ruffed Lemur, scientifically known as Varecia rubra, is a striking and unique species of lemur found primarily in the rainforests of Masoala Peninsula in northeastern Madagascar. This species is one of the largest lemurs, with a distinctive... Read More

photo Lenny Lensworth Frieling            African Wild Dog “Boulder‘s proximity to the Denver Zoo offers its residents a unique opportunity to connect with one of the world’s most endangered species, the African Wild Dog. This majestic creature, though continents away from its natural habitat in Africa, finds a voice for conservation in the heart of Colorado.” Boulder has been a center of activism including animal protection efforts for many decades. The Nature Conservancy for example, with major representation and offices in Boulder, is a prime example. Biological... Read More