Blogs by Rudy Socha, CEO, Zoo and Aquarium Visitor
Using Sharks as an Attention Getter - Photos
These are a few of my favorite sharks being used to attract tourists. The first photo is Ripley's in Ocean City, MD. The shark imbedded in the Ripley's building moves to give the appearance of struggl ...
The Outdoor Office
During the summer months, I try to work outdoors using the laptop and cell phone. As winter moves in functionality is replaced by the beauty of winter. By the first of February, the novelty and apprec ...
Google, Web Layout and Potbelly Pigs
A lot has happened at Zoo and Aquarium Visitor over the past couple of weeks. The most significant piece of news is our approval by Google as a news site. Google On July 3, Zoo and Aquarium Visitor&r ...
Bronx Zoo's New Madagascar Exhibit
Fran from WCS sent me some great images and a very complete summary that describes and shows the new Madagascar Exhibit at the Bronx Zoo. Rather than condensing all of this information down to post in ...
Finally, a Burden Has Been Lifted!
After 5 years, the State of Ohio finally pulled a press release from its web site. This press release named me and a company I co-founded back in 2003. The 2003 press release was a classic case of cre ...
"If I Enter the Water, the Sharks Will Eat Me!"
When Your Child Says "If I Enter the Water, the Sharks Will Eat Me!" As a parent, we want our children to spend time outdoors and learn about nature. But what happens when your child tells y ...
American Zoo Visitors Influence on the Feeding of Apex Predators
Apex predators are a big draw and most zoos have them to attract visitors. When it comes to feeding apex predators in a zoo, what is best for the animals is usually not something the American public ...
Starting Z&A  Setbacks
I started several businesses from scratch and have found you can always count on Murphy’s Law taking up more time than anticipated. The first time I needed to raise money to start a business I v ...
AZA Membership for Zoo and Aquarium Visitor magazine?
Zoo and Aquarium Visitor Magazine has decided not to become a member of the AZA. ...
Z&A Magazine Launch
I spent this past weekend sending subscription access codes to each of the individual zoos and aquariums (primarily AZA members). I started receiving feedback today, so far all has been posit...

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