Howdy y’all and welcome to Season 4, Episode 28 of the EEARSS by Alligator Robb Podcast, produced by Terrier TV at Titusville High School!

This week, we’re honored to feature Dr. Trevor Zachariah, Director of Veterinary Programs at Brevard Zoo. Dr. Zachariah has been a cornerstone of the zoo’s veterinary care since 2010, overseeing the health and wellbeing of over 700 animals spanning nearly 200 species. His leadership extends to the Harris Animal Care Center, the Sea Turtle Healing Center, and the zoo’s animal commissary .

Dr. Zachariah’s educational journey began in Coldwater, Michigan. He earned both his Bachelor of Science in Zoology and Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degrees from Michigan State University. Furthering his expertise, he completed an internship in exotic pet and wildlife medicine and obtained a Master of Science in Veterinary Clinical Sciences from Louisiana State University. His residency in Zoological and Aquatic Animal Medicine was conducted through the University of Illinois, with training at the Brookfield Zoo, Lincoln Park Zoo, and Shedd Aquarium. He is board-certified as a Diplomate of the American College of Zoological Medicine .

Under Dr. Zachariah’s guidance, Brevard Zoo has advanced its veterinary programs, emphasizing animal wellness, enrichment, and conservation. Notably, he played a pivotal role in the development of the Scaife Family Sea Turtle Care Complex, a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to the rehabilitation of endangered sea turtles .

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