Witness firsthand the importance of dental and reproductive health in animal care as we accompany Ramai the Sumatran orangutan on her healthcare adventure at the Toronto Zoo.
Led by the Zoo's expert Veterinarians, you'll observe the procedure in real-time while gaining invaluable insights into orangutans and the significance of veterinary medicine in zoos & aquariums. But that's not all - immerse yourself in our interactive experience with a pre-event coffee chat hosted by zoolife's Community Operations Manager, a virtual tour of zoolife, and real-time Q&A sessions with our animal care, zoology, and veterinary experts.
Don't miss this exclusive opportunity to go behind the scenes at the Toronto Zoo and deepen your connection with animals. Join us for an unforgettable event that's as educational as it is exciting!
What’s included in a ticket?
Access to this live event PLUS 24 Hours of VIP access to zoolife which includes viewing of our full collection of animal habitats and expert talks, streaming live 24/7 from around the world.
The zoolife experience includes:
- 45 animal habitats representing over 100 different species streaming live from accredited zoos, sanctuaries & rehabilitation centers worldwide.
- Camera control features to observe animals and explore habitats stunningly close, or simply take a picture or a clip of your favorite animal.
- Daily live Q&As with zookeepers and wildlife experts.
- A library of recorded talks, led by our hosts, about a variety of wildlife topics.
- A community of wildlife and animal lovers that you can directly connect and chat with.
What will be happening during the event?
Your online behind-the-scenes experience will begin with a 15 minute coffee chat hosted by zoolife’s Content and Community Operations Manager, Courtney. They will welcome everyone to zoolife, introduce you to existing community members, and answer any questions you may have.
From there, viewers will be guided on a virtual tour of zoolife to learn about the other animals and zoos featured there. As soon as we receive notification that the veterinary team is about to start, we will transition to the virtual habitat for the Wildlife Health Centre where viewers will be able to watch the veterinary exam in real time. Ramai will be undergoing a dental procredure as well as a reproductive exam.
While the exam and dental procedure takes place, you’ll be able to ask questions and get answers from animal care, zoology, and veterinary experts in real time as well as engage with fellow community members via a dedicated event chat.
How do I access the event?
The link to access this online event will be emailed to you from the zoolife team directly a few hours before it is due to commence.
If you cannot make this event live, you can still enjoy it in your own time! The recording will be shared via email from the zoolife team directly or Eventbrite a few days after the event has ended. It will also be available to watch via the video-on-demand (VOD) section on zoolife itself.
About Ramai the Sumatran Orangutan
Ramai, born on October 4th, 1985, is an introverted orangutan who enjoys spending time on her own. A devoted mother, Ramai continues to live with her adult daughter, Jingga – a typical dynamic for young female orangutans and their mothers in the wild. Her favourite pastime is making soup by mixing bits of fabric, chalk, and chewed-up plant material in a tub of soapy water.
About Toronto Zoo
The Toronto Zoo is the largest in Canada, home to over 5,000 animals representing 500 species on more than 700 acres of land next to Canada’s Rouge National Urban Park.
Toronto Zoo’s mission is to provide a living centre for education and science, committed to providing compelling guest experiences and inspiring passion to protect wildlife and habitats.
About the Wildlife Health Centre
The Wildlife Health Centre at the Toronto Zoo was the first of its kind in Canada and further enhances the Toronto Zoo as a centre of excellence in high-quality animal care through veterinary and reproductive sciences, nutritional physiology, and conservation and wildlife research.
This facility was specially designed to tend to every need of the animals that call the Toronto Zoo home, while also providing the public increased visibility of the work that our Wildlife Health Care team completes every day.
Preventative Care in Veterinary Medicine
A healthy zoo begins with preventative care. The Toronto Zoo spends a lot of time and resources on preventative care – reducing the number of animal illnesses and emergencies. Preventative care includes routine check-ups, vaccinations, bloodwork, fecal and urine analyses, diagnostic imaging and neonatal care. Toronto Zoo staff trains their animals to voluntarily participate in these procedures.From the tiniest fish to the largest polar bear, the Wildlife Health Centre can accommodate most of the Zoo’s wildlife here – but they also make regular “house calls” on site.
