Bronx, NY – April 4, 2011 – The Bronx Zoo and New York Daily News have received just more than 33,000 nominations for a name of its Egyptian cobra.
Partnering with the New York Daily News, the Bronx Zoo offered the public the opportunity to submit their favorite name for the world-famous snake. Those suggestions have been narrowed down to these five finalists, and the winner will be chosen by public vote.
Everyone is encouraged to visit www.bronxzoo.com to vote on their favorite. The winning name will be announced on Thursday, April 7. Voting ends 12:01 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, April 6.
Contact:Max Pulsinelli: 718-220-5182; mpulsinelli@wcs.orgSteve Fairchild: 718-220-5189; sfairchild@wcs.org
The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; 5:30 p.m. on weekends and holidays. Adult admission is $16, children (3-12 years old) $12, children under 3 are free. Parking is $13 for cars and $16 for buses. The Bronx Zoo is conveniently located off the Bronx River Parkway at Exit 6; by train via the #2 or #5 or by bus via the #9, #12, #19, #22, MetroNorth, or BxM11 Express Bus service (from Manhattan that stops just outside the gate.) To plan your trip, visit www.bronxzoo.com or call 718-367-1010.
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