New Attraction at Minnesota Zoo, Red Panda Forest, Opening Soon!

Emotions in Minnesota have been like a rollercoaster the past few months. For all of us who love animals, our hearts have been broken a few times, and then they've filled up with joy again. Today, it is a bit of good news to fill you up.

Here's a rundown of the mix of animal news in case you missed it:

Google Maps

Back To The Good News - Two New Red Pandas are Ready For Visitors at the Minnesota Zoo

Baby farm animals aren't the only bits of adorableness that have arrived recently at the Minnesota Zoo. Two new babies have also joined their squad!

Oh boy, oh boy – the red pandas have arrived! Please welcome brothers Cedar and Spruce to the Minnesota Zoo. The brothers are settling in behind the scenes as we prepare for the opening of their new home, Red Panda Forest. - Minnesota Zoo Facebook Page

Get our free mobile app

Photo by Michael Payne on Unsplash
/Canva

Opening Day Just Announced For the Red Panda Forest at the Minnesota Zoo

About 1.3 million visitors walk through to see the animals at the Minnesota Zoo. Thanks to a lot of hard work, it sounds like opening day has been announced for the brand new exhibit, the Red Panda Forest in the Northern Trail.

🌟Exciting news🌟 Red Panda Forest will open on May 31st! Explore the world of red pandas, western tufted deer, and red-crowned cranes! Red Panda Forest brings together these three dynamic species in a wooded outdoor habitat on the Northern Trail. - Minnesota Zoo Facebook Page

Learn more about the exhibit and all of the animals that will be living in the Red Panda Forest.

The Nastiest Bug in Minnesota - the Tick!

They are creepy, crawly and unfortunately are so stealth-like that you don't even know they are on your body sucking your blood. Ticks. Here are a few different types of ticks in Minnesota and a few tips on how you can help prevent tick bites.

Gallery Credit: Jessica On The Radio