In the efforts towards conservation and animal quality of life, a local zoo has transferred some animals out and welcomed new ones. 

Heather Purdeu, Director of the Scovill Zoo in Decatur explains that they have been busy with people coming to see the new mountain lion exhibit that opened in April. She also notes that Jack, on of the intact camels at the zoo, has been transferred to a facility that will better suit his needs. 

The zoo received a new camel to take Jack's place, and Purdeu indicates that they use the "Howdy Method" to introduce new animals to each other, which begins with limited interaction, often between a barrier, and takes slow steps towards the animals being in the same enclosure. 

Purdeu also mentions that entry to the zoo is free every Thursday. Visit all of the new and existing exhibits at the Scovill Zoo located at 71 S Country Club Rd in Decatur.