Potter Park Zoo’s male North American river otter pups were named Mack (short for Mackinac) and Potter in a naming contest held last week, which allowed the public to vote for their favorite name through a $5 donation. Mack received 398 votes and Potter received 221 votes.
Photo: Carolyn Schulte | Potter Park Zoo
“We are humbled by the community’s generosity through the otter pup naming contest,” said Potter Park Zoological Society Executive Director Amy Morris-Hall. “Many are experiencing financial hardship right now, so we’re very grateful for all who chose to make a donation to our organization.”
Through the naming contest, the zoo was able to raise $5,735. All of the donations will support the Potter Park Zoological Society (PPZS). The zoo’s education programming,
public and private events, communications and more are all provided through the non-profit PPZS. Due to the loss of revenue from cancelations of all summer events and education programs, the PPZS is experiencing extreme financial hardships.
Photo: Carolyn Schulte | Potter Park Zoo
The otter pups are growing quickly and will likely be ready to be on exhibit when the zoo reopens for visitors. Currently, the zoo does not have a date planned for reopening and will be following the guidance of state and local officials.
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