Marty Schmidt

Marty Schmidt is an experienced animal keeper currently working at The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore since April 2020. With a background in zoology and zoo & aquarium science from Michigan State University, Marty has held various roles, including Animal Care Intern in the Aviculture Department at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden and Student Research Assistant at Michigan State University. Notable contributions include the care of diverse animal species, conducting significant research on stickleback populations, and developing enrichment programs to improve animal behaviors. Marty's commitment to education and conservation is highlighted through presentations at conferences and hands-on teaching during lab sections.