Bird flu outbreaks spread to Va., including deaths at zoo in Richmond
Seven Delmarva-region commercial operations have now reported cases of the highly contagious virus.
Bird flu case confirmed at Metro Richmond Zoo
A crane tested positive last week for avian flu, another possible case is being investigated by officials. The exhibit with ...
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8News gets behind-the-scenes look at new Poppy the pygmy hippo experience
A new experience has opened up at the Metro Richmond Zoo that offers people the chance to meet Poppy the pygmy hippo, and ...
No bird flu at the Virginia Zoo in Norfolk; staff keeping a close eye on the animals
A spokesperson for the Virginia Zoo in Norfolk confirmed none of the animals at our local facility have shown any signs or ...
Moo Deng can take a break—Poppy the baby hippo is stealing hearts in Virginia
Poppy, a pygmy hippo calf at the Metro Richmond Zoo, is quickly gaining global fame. She is the third calf born to Iris and ...
‘Experience of their dreams’: Metro Richmond Zoo launches up-close visits with Poppy
On Tuesday, the Metro Richmond Zoo launched a new experience where guests can meet America’s sweetheart up close and personal ...
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VIEW: Pygmy hippo livestream at Metro Richmond Zoo
The Metro Richmond Zoo has launched the Poppy Cam, a new livestream of its baby pygmy hippo Poppy and her mother, Iris. Poppy was born on Dec. 9, 2024, at the zoo. The Poppy Cam lets hippo lovers ...
Bird flu outbreaks close parks and force zoos to implement safety measures amid Trump freeze on health updates
While health officials have insisted that the risk to the public remains low amid continued spread, the outbreak has passed ...
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Ex-spies say suburban D.C. casino would put nation’s secrets at risk; more
Bill to delay Virginia’s school accountability system clears Senate subcommittee. Pennington chosen new chair of Washington ...