Now, For The Election That Really Matters: The Wild Showdown For Mayor Of Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo

From Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo:

Six animals are competing for the coveted title of Mayor of Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo in this year’s fun and exciting election. The election will decide the Zoo’s fifth Mayor, the highest-ranking animal official who will showcase the important role of animal ambassadors. Last year’s winner, Tahu the river otter, whose campaign slogan was “Ready to Dive In,” spent most her term swimming upstream while also promoting conservation and the benefits of clean water for our ecosystem.

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Dumbledore the Yellow-Banded Poison Dart Frog:Post Makoi the Koi Fish: Willow the Eastern Mud Turtle: Berry the Red Panda:Nuna the Andean Bear: Ethel the Guinea Hog:

“The election for Mayor of Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo is a fun and engaging way for the public to connect with our animals while supporting our fundraising efforts,” said Jim Wharton, CEO of Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo. “Each candidate is working hard to win over voters, making this a lively and competitive race. Unlike other elections, we encourage everyone to vote early, vote often, and stuff the ballot box for their favorite candidate.”

The election will be decided by all tallied text and online votes. The voting begins on Tuesday, October 22^nd and the polls close at 11:59 p.m. on Tuesday, November 5th. The public is invited to vote for the candidate of their choice by making a one-dollar donation for each vote via text to the number identified in the candidate profile, or online at https://fundraise.givesmart.com/vf/2025ZooMayor.

The winning Mayor will hold a 12-month term. All donations to the ballot box will support the Zoo’s mission of conservation, education, research, and fun.

For more information,  visiting hours, and other zoo attractions, please visit www.beardsleyzoo.org.