Corona in Queens in Queens County, New York — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

A Natural Nest

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 6, 2022

1. A Natural Nest Marker

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This tree trunk is our original thick-billed parrot nest!

Originally part of a downed tree, it was bought to Queens Zoo where a mated pair of our thick-bills enlarged the hollow, as they do in the wild, and successfully incubated a clutch of eggs.

Our breeding program continues to flourish even though this nest was retired.

Erected by Wildlife Conservation Society.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Horticulture & Forestry • Parks & Recreational Areas • Science & Medicine.

Location. 40° 44.628′ N, 73° 50.9′ W. Marker is in Queens, New York, in Queens County. It is in Corona. Marker can be reached from the intersection of Zoo Bridge and Zoo Path, on the left when traveling north. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 15 Zoo Bridge, Corona NY 11368, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Can This Bird Be Saved? (a few steps from this marker); Zoos Working Together (a few steps from this marker); Thick-billed Parrot

Photographed By Devry Becker Jones (CC0), March 6, 2022

2. A Natural Nest Marker

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(a few steps from this marker); Andean Bear (within shouting distance of this marker); Our twin Andean bear cubs were born on July 28, 2021 (within shouting distance of this marker); We're Working to Save Andean Bears (within shouting distance of this marker); a different marker also named Our twin Andean bear cubs were born on July 28, 2021 (within shouting distance of this marker); Gates of Life (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Queens.

Credits. This page was last revised on January 31, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 14, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 431 times since then and 12 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 14, 2022, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.