Maymont Park in Richmond, Virginia has a wildlife department that cares for over 700 animals of 150 species. The department has 5 full-time zoologists who care for the animals at the zoo, wildlife farm, and nature center by cleaning enclosures, feeding the animals, and conducting research projects. As an intern, duties included morning cleaning and feeding of animals, as well as afternoon counting, feeding, and enclosure maintenance. The zoologists work to provide the best care for each species while maintaining the park and its educational mission.