It's going to be a bright, sunshiny day in Albuquerque on New Year's Eve with a high of 53 and calm winds of 5 mph. If you're planning a trip to the Albuquerque BioPark, this would be the day to go! The peacocks and peahens are still roaming the grounds in spite of the winter temperatures and although the River of Lights display ended Friday, the many baby animals born this year are waiting patiently for your visit.
The Albuquerque BioPark includes the Zoo, Botanic Gardens, Tingley Beach, and the Aquarium and is open daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and 6 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday. The park will be closed on New Year's Day, but a New Year's Eve visit might be a fun way to welcome 2012!
A recent visit to the zoo revealed that the baby snow leopards, Kiran and Kalmali, born on July 21, 2011, are healthy and strong, cuddling with each other in their enclosure as they watch the visitors watching them. The twins are the fifth litter of Kachina and Azeo, which is wonderful news considering the snow leopard is an endangered species.
The baby reticulated giraffe can be seen romping playfully among the adults in the giraffe enclosure. The baby giraffe is the sixth calf for mother, June, who is 17 years old. The calf was born in the exhibit yard on September 9, 2011 as a group of lucky visitors watched from the gates.
April 13, 2011 was the day that Ariel, the zoo's first baby seal, was born to her mother, Gracie. Ariel joined her mother in the adult pool as soon as she was able to eat solid foods. The baby Bactrian camel, Kashi, was born the month before, on March 9, 2011. This lovely little girl has also joined the rest of her family in the camel enclosure.
Although the reptile exhibit is closed for remodeling, the crocodiles can still be seen sunbathing in their sandy exhibits or floating in their pools. The trains are running and combo tickets can be purchased before noon.
When you return home Saturday evening, December 31, 2011 expect a low of 30 degrees. Bring a warm jacket or coat to any New Year's Eve celebrations. Drive carefully, be aware of your surroundings, and if you do intend to drink, appoint a designated driver--your own babies need to know their parents will be home safe on New Year's Day.
New Year's Day will be equally sunny with a high of 51 degrees and winds so calm you will barely feel it. Sunday evening, the skies will be clear with a low of 30 degrees.
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