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E.T. the walrus coming back to Point Defiance Zoo as a statue. See him in September

E.T. the walrus dazzled zoo visitors for decades with his splashy tricks and fascinating sounds. Now, his likeness will greet zoo visitors at the gate for more decades to come. A larger-than-life ...
WNCT

Hey ladies: Walrus busts out attention-grabbing mating calls at Washington zoo

A male walrus at a zoo in Tacoma, Washington, delighted his keepers by illustrating the species’ entertaining mating calls on Monday, April 29. Footage posted to X by Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium ...
WNCT

Walruses make ‘amazing’ sounds on command at Washington Zoo

Walruses at the Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium had a lot to say during feeding time in Tacoma, Washington, on Monday, December 11, footage shows. Video released by the zoo captures some of the “unique ...
WHDH

More than 3600 pound walrus welcomed at Tacoma zoo

TACOMA, WASHINGTON (NBC) — There is a new big “man-mmal” at the Point Defiance Zoo in Washington State and he is making quite the splash. Meet Dozer. The more than 3600 pound walrus made his debut at ...