A number of animal stories are emerging across theme parks across the U.S. this spring, including a wildlife rescue in Florida, a rescued manatee named Melby who was returned to the wild after months of rehabilitation at SeaWorld Orlando and a brown bear cub named JJ made his debut at Six Flags Great Adventure and Three red river hog piglets were born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge. At Wild Adventures Theme Park, an unusual bond between a zebra and a giraffe is attracting interest. Other notable animal arrivals include rare Bengal tiger cubs at Discovery Kingdom and Three Red River Hog Piglets. These stories highlight the ongoing role theme parks and accredited facilities play in wildlife conservation and rehabilitation.