National Geographic Secrets of the Zoo: Making the Show
Thursday, February 18, 2021 • 6:00 PM
Learn what it takes to create and produce the popular series Secrets of the Zoo: Tampa from the stars themselves! Join Director of Animal Health Dr. Lauren Smith and Associate Curator of Behavior Sue Pasquine as they talk about their experiences being on the show, how it has impacted their daily lives, and what fans can expect next season. They will be joined by a Nat Geo WILD executive producer who will give exclusive insights regarding the challenges and exciting moments of filming a reality series at a zoo.
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Florida Panther Conservation
Thursday, May 20, 2021 • 6:00 PM
Join the CONSERVATION! Get an in-depth look into the global conservation of Florida's most beloved and endangered species, The Florida Panther. Hear the plight of this animal from some of the top experts in the field including Carlton Ward Jr., a conservation photographer and National Geographic Explorer. He will be joined by FWC state wildlife veterinarian Mark Cunningham who will discuss current actions being taken to protect this amazing animal.
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Painted Dog and Elephant Conservation
Thursday, August 19, 2021 • 6:00 PM
Get an in-depth look into the global conservation of two of Africa’s most beloved and endangered species the African elephant and the African painted dog. Hear the plight of these two species from some of the top experts in the field including ZooTampa’s Chief Zoological Officer, Dr. Larry Killmar. He will be joined by the founder and former director of the Painted Dog Conservation (PDC) project in Zimbabwe Greg Rasmussen who brings over 20 years of painted dog wildlife conservation knowledge.
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