Episode 6: Wild Lessons (Wicked Wild: Inside New England's Biggest Zoo)

In this episode of Wicked Wild, we explore how learning comes alive at Southwick’s Zoo through hands-on encounters, real conservation stories, and unforgettable moments with incredible animals. From junior zookeeping to summer programs, generations of students have discovered new passions and deeper understanding by getting close to wildlife at Southwick’s Zoo.

Guests meet ambassador animals up close, learning how tortoises, sloths, and other species thrive both at the zoo and in the wild. Behind the scenes, the zookeepers train animals with patience and empathy, helping them build confidence and cooperative skills that support their care. Inside the brand new Earth Connection Center, animals practice crate training, explore the stage, and learn new behaviors step by step.

From feeding a sloth breakfast to watching training sessions with skunks, porcupines, and cheetahs, this episode shows how powerful connections form when people and animals learn from each other. Every visit is a chance to spark curiosity, inspire care, and carry those wild lessons into the world.

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