The Maryland Zoo
Erika Murphy has extensive experience in animal care and management, currently serving as an Animal Keeper at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore since April 2018. Erika's previous roles include Animal Care Supervisor at The Parc Pet Suites from October 2017 to March 2018, and Senior Hoofstock Keeper at Central Florida Zoological & Botanical Gardens from September 2015 to September 2017, where responsibilities included maintaining a variety of species, preparing diets, and enrichment activities. Additional positions include Hoofstock Keeper, Swing Keeper, and Zookeeper at various institutions, along with a number of customer service roles at Best Buy. Erika holds a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Research and Management from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, obtained in 2011.
The Maryland Zoo
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is America's 3rd oldest Zoo and home to more than 1,500 wild animals representing nearly 200 individual species. As a non-profit organization, cultural center of the community and regional landmark, the Zoo is dedicated to the best in wildlife conservation and education.