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Tag Archives: Smithsonian National Zoo
Smithsonian’s National Zoo Opens New Home for Asian Elephants
The commitment at the National Zoo to save Asian elephants from extinction and ensure a future for this endangered species spans more than 50 years. In keeping with the best practices for elephant management, the Zoo has invested in a … Continue reading
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Endangered Fishing Cats at the National Zoo
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is closer to cracking the code for breeding one of Asia’s most elusive species with the birth of two fishing cats (Prionailurus viverrinus). Electra (7) delivered the kittens this spring in an off-exhibit den. Their birth marks … Continue reading
Cheetah Cubs Transferred to the National Zoo
Three weeks after their unconventional and rocky entrance into the world, two three-week-old cheetahs were transported to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo in good health, thanks to the hard work and swift actions of animal care staff at the Smithsonian Conservation … Continue reading