Twin Pine Conservation Institute

10/02/2026

Happy Friday from Wuzzle! He’s kicking off the weekend the right way: cozy, comfy, and not taking a single meeting.

09/27/2026

Genets are primarily nocturnal and often spend daylight hours resting in elevated, secure locations. Providing climbing structures and multiple resting areas supports their natural behaviors and gives them choices within their environment.

09/26/2026

Shenzi and her two growing aardwolf pups, Dolly and CD. Every new sight, sound, and step helps these curious little ones grow more confident each day. Watching their mom guide them through the world is truly special.

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09/05/2026

Built for grazing! As a kangaroo’s molars wear down, the teeth gradually move forward through the jaw—almost like a tiny dental conveyor belt—while newer molars emerge from the back. 🦘

09/04/2026

Built for the treetops, red ruffed lemurs can leap impressive distances ~ and look fabulous doing it!

09/03/2026

Genets are slender, mostly nocturnal African carnivores recognized by their striking spots and long, ringed tails. Although they may look a little like cats, they belong to the family Viverridae, alongside civets.

The genus Genetta includes numerous species that can be remarkably difficult to distinguish by appearance alone.

Through the Genetta Conservation Initiative, Twin Pine Conservation Institute is working to improve identification, preserve population records, document husbandry and reproduction, and support future genetic and taxonomic research.

08/29/2026

These two black-and-white ruffed lemurs are always eager to inspect the evening menu. A colorful variety of fresh produce provides important nutrition while encouraging natural foraging and food-selection behaviors.

08/14/2026

GENETTA DIVERSITY 🧬

Genets are incredibly diverse, and what they look like doesn’t always tell us exactly what they are. That’s why knowing where they came from, documenting their differences, and studying their genetics is so important. There is still a lot to learn about the genus Genetta, and that’s what makes working with them so exciting.

Genetta Conservation Initiative is focused on untangling this diversity through careful records, collaboration, and genetic research.

Pictured is:
Pardine Genet (left)
Small Spotted Genet (right)

07/09/2026

TPCI is proud to partner with the Tallahassee Museum to help introduce this incredible species to more people.
🎣 cats are one of the world’s most unique wild felines, specially adapted for life around water and famous for their amazing fishing abilities.
We hope everyone who meets Marina leaves with a greater appreciation for these remarkable cats and the importance of protecting the wetlands they call home.

If you’re attending Swamp Stomp this weekend, be sure to stop by and say hello to Marina!

07/06/2026

Did You Know?
Servals have the longest legs relative to their body size of any cat in the world. Those long legs allow them to see over tall grasses, detect hidden prey, and leap nearly 10 feet (3 meters) straight into the air to catch birds or pounce on unsuspecting rodents.