Jenna Deedy
Bio
Zoo and Aquarium Professional, Educator, Cosplayer, Writer and B.A. in Psychology whose got a lot to share when it comes to animals, zoos, aquariums, conservation, and more.
Instagram: @jennacostadeedy
Stories (132/0)
Giant Pandas to Resume Presence in United States Zoos
In November 2023, the prestigious National Zoo returned its three remaining giant panda residents to their ancestral home in China, marking the end of a five-decade-long legacy. Atlanta's Zoo is now the only American institution to house a giant panda family, but this loan is expected to conclude within the year, requiring the return of the four endangered bears to China. This would be the first time since 1972 that no American zoo has housed giant pandas, signaling a turning point in panda diplomacy.
By Jenna Deedy4 days ago in Petlife
Revan: Most Powerful Sith in “Star Wars” History?
Among them, Darth Vader, formerly known as Anakin Skywalker, stands out as a mighty Force-sensitive being. His precise lightsaber techniques and ability to predict his opponents' moves have brought him renown. Vader's prowess has allowed him to defeat skilled adversaries, such as Jedi, making him one of the most potent Sith in history.
By Jenna Deedy11 days ago in Geeks
The Exploration of Kitty Pryde's "Star-Lord" Narrative in Marvel's "Future Fight" Game
During the pandemic lockdown, I discovered various non-cosplay activities to keep my mind engaged. These included reading comics, writing, watching shows on Disney+, and playing Marvel's Future Fight, a mobile game.
By Jenna Deedy16 days ago in Geeks
Can We Please Have Doctor Doom Be Played By A Romani Actor?
Considering recent casting news surrounding the upcoming reboot of Disney's Fantastic Four film, which will be part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, there have been widespread rumors regarding the potential introduction of the iconic villain Doctor Doom. These rumors have sparked a wave of fan casting suggestions, with actors such as Giancarlo Esposito, Cillian Murphy, and Henry Cavill being frequently mentioned. However, a notable aspect of these suggestions is the conspicuous absence of actors of Romani descent.
By Jenna Deedy25 days ago in Geeks
Responding to Reception for My X-Men Article
On February 16, 2024, I published an article titled "X-Men Has Always Been 'Woke'" on Vocal. It addressed the controversy surrounding the portrayal of a non-binary character in a Disney show. The article highlights the X-Men's history of storytelling that tackles social justice and human rights issues, which has been a fundamental part of its identity since the 1960s. While the article received positive feedback from Marvel fans who appreciated the exploration of these themes, there were those who insisted that Disney shouldn't tell politically driven storylines, dismissing them as "woke."
By Jenna Deedyabout a month ago in Geeks
National Aquarium’s “Sanctuary” Plan Problematic?
The National Aquarium in Baltimore has been a home for Atlantic bottlenose dolphins since the 1980s. It currently serves as a home to six dolphins who take part in daily training and feeding sessions six times a day. Lessons and knowledge are both taught and tested with rewards given to them by their trainers at the end of each session. Yet, the trainers are part of their pod. Since 2016, the trainers have been preparing them for life in a marine sanctuary that would be located somewhere in the Caribbean. However, there is one problem: the sanctuary has yet to be built, and plans for its construction seemed mired in logistical problems.
By Jenna Deedyabout a month ago in Petlife
Newsflash: X-Men Has Always Been “Woke”
During the unprecedented global shutdown caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, I sought solace in the world of television. Among the shows that caught my attention was the original X-Men: The Animated Series. Along with Star Wars: The Clone Wars, it became a nightly ritual for me to watch three episodes on Disney+ before retiring to bed. This routine provided a much-needed escape from the stress of the day, during which I was preoccupied with planning and writing articles, including a series of interviews.
By Jenna Deedyabout a month ago in Geeks
Story Time as Captain Marvel
Hello everyone, sorry I haven’t published recent stories since August but it has been an overwhelming five months since I wrote and published my last article. Lately, I have been busy thanks to returning to school to conduct online courses to get a master’s degree and a teacher certification from the University of New Hampshire. I can tell you that while taking three online courses in one fall semester has been rewarding, it was exhausting to where I didn’t have enough time or energy to write new articles. Now that I’ve focused on studying for the Praxis exam hoping to start clinical work, I used the free time I had to write a brand-new story. Normally, it would be on animal stories, but I did something different and wrote about some of the cosplay experiences instead.
By Jenna Deedy3 months ago in Geeks
Baby Walrus Rescued by Alaska SeaLife Center
On August 1st, 2023, a rescue team admitted a male Pacific walrus calf to the Alaska SeaLife Center’s Wildlife Response Program. Workers found him on Alaska’s North Slope, about four miles from the Beaufort Sea. Normally Pacific walruses live almost only near the western coastline, which makes the sighting unusual for the species. When observers first spotted him, they noticed a “walrus tail” on the tundra close to the road where they found him. Nobody knows how the calf arrived inland.
By Jenna Deedy8 months ago in Petlife
Surprise! New England Aquarium Has a Brand New Penguin Chick!
On March 23rd, 2023, Boston’s New England Aquarium welcomed its first African penguin chick since 2019. The female chick, named “Bray” for the donkey-like vocalizations African penguins are known for, made her public debut at the Aquarium’s signature penguin habitat on June 21st, 2023 after spending three months behind the scenes with the staff who helped raise her. She can be recognized by her green and brown ID bracelet on her right wing and the gray feathers she will keep until she’s a year and a half old.
By Jenna Deedy9 months ago in Petlife
First Nations People team up with scientists to build a seed bank for kelp
Note: See the citation for this article down below Found in all temperate shorelines worldwide, kelp forests provide food, nursery areas, shelter, and protection from predators and storms. It is a habitat for threatened species such as sea otters, grey whales, rockfish, and juvenile Chinook salmon (Mesa, 2023). Indigenous people of the Pacific Northwest have valued the large brown algae species as a traditional food source for centuries. It’s also one of the most common algae species to be cultivated on a commercial level.
By Jenna Deedy10 months ago in Earth
KATOA Ocean, An Educational Mobile Game, Helps Raise Awareness and Funds to Restore Ocean Habitats.
I was still in high school when the Endless Ocean games first came out for the Nintendo Wii and how a combination of real-life conservation efforts and pre-colonial Polynesian folklore inspired their scuba diver storylines. While I wasn’t much of a gamer growing up, I have to admit that playing a game that involved scuba diving, training dolphins, and going on quests to solve ancient mysteries ended up dethroning every Pokemon game I ever played in elementary school. They were fun, exciting, and, very trivial with facts about the animals that appeared in the games along with a few historical facts.
By Jenna Deedy11 months ago in Earth