The Buffalo Zoo
Aleesa Holtcamp is an experienced animal care professional with a Bachelor of Science degree in Animal Science from The University of Findlay. Currently serving as a Carnivore Keeper and Swing Keeper at The Buffalo Zoo since June 2022, Aleesa previously worked as a Zookeeper and in Seasonal Operations at African Safari Wildlife Park from May 2018 to May 2022. Prior to their roles in wildlife care, Aleesa provided exceptional customer service as a Hostess at Lyn-Way Restaurant from October 2012 to May 2018, showcasing strong teamwork and independent task handling skills.
The Buffalo Zoo
Buffalo Zoo Facts Founded in 1875, the Buffalo Zoo is the third oldest zoo in the United States. Each year, the Zoo welcomes approximately 400,000 visitors and is the second largest tourist attraction in Western New York, second only to Niagara Falls. Located on 23.5 acres of Buffalo’s beautiful Delaware Park, the Zoo exhibits a diverse collection of wild and exotic animals and more than 320 different species of plants. Open year-round, the Zoo is a constant source of conservation, education and recreation for Western New York. Indoor Attractions: EcoStation (sponsored by Tops Markets) Gorilla House (sponsored by Univera) Reptile House (sponsored by Goya Foods) The Living Tree House Giraffe House Outdoor Attractions: Sea Lion Cove (sponsored by NOCO Energy Corp.) – observe sea lions through underwater viewing or from our amphitheater Otter Creek (sponsored by Buffalo exterminating) – realistic, park-like exhibit, complete with stream & waterfall Vanishing Animals – learn more about threatened and endangered animals African Predator Habitat – view hyenas in a naturalistic African plains setting Bear Pits – exhibits polar bears, spectacled bears, grizzly and Kodiak bears Children’s Zoo – The Delta Sonic Heritage farm. interactive, educational and fun for kids! Habicat – houses African lions and Amur (Siberian) tigers Rhinoceros Exhibit – (sponsored by 2Find Your Home) Elephant Yard – (sponsored by Wegmans Markets) features our two female Asian elephants, Jothi and Surapa