New curator at Queens Zoo

The Wildlife Conservation Society welcomes its new assistant animal curator to the Queens Zoo.
Craig Gibbs, a former WSC employee for 10 years, has a strong background in animal science and education. He was the curatorial teaching fellow at the Bronx Zoo for the Special Animal Exhibits Department where he oversaw the Zebra House, Children’s Zoo, Camel Barn, and Butterfly Zone.
I am very excited to join the wonderful staff of the Queens Zoo,” Gibbs said. “I am looking forward to working with this great team as we continue to dedicate ourselves to the conservation of wildlife and wild places.”
Gibbs has a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Science from St. John’s University and is currently pursuing a Doctorate in Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior at the City University of New York. He is eagerly awaiting the challenges and experiences this new position will bring. Gibbs and his wife live in Manhattan and enjoy occasional retreats to Vermont to escape the bustle of the city.
“The animal care experience and education background that Craig brings to his position will help ensure the Queens Zoo continues to provide the highest standards of animal care as well as a place to teach people about the wonderful animals that share this planet with us all,” said Dr. Scott Silver, Facility Director of the Queens Zoo. “Craig’s scientific expertise will be a tremendous asset in helping Queens Zoo contribute to the conservation of wildlife and wild places.”
Queens Zoo, a Wildlife Conservation Society park, is located at 53-51 111th street in Flushing Meadows-Corona Park. Admission is $6 for adults, $2.25 for seniors 65 and older, $2 for kids three to 12 and free for children under three. Zoo hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. during weekends. For further information, call 718-271-1500 or visit www.queenszoo.com.
The WCS saves wildlife and wild places worldwide through science, global conservation, education and the management of the world’s largest system of urban wildlife parks, led by the flagship Bronx Zoo. Together these activities change attitudes towards nature and help people imagine wildlife and humans living in harmony. WCS is committed to this mission because it is essential to the integrity of life on Earth. For more information, visit www.wcs.org.