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Animal News

Fennec fox Barkley is perched atop a rocky outcropping in his habitat at the Small Mammal House. Photo credit: Mimi Nowlin/Smithsonian

July 29, 2025

Fennec Fox Barkley Has Died at Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

We are sad to share Barkley, an 11-year-old fennec fox, was humanely euthanized June 18.

Brown alpaca messily eating a frozen orange popsicle

July 22, 2025

Keeping the Farm Animals Cool with Frozen Treats

Join animal keeper Nikki Maticic on a hot summer day as she prepares icy veggie snacks for the animals at Kids' Farm.

Small Mammal House keeper Chelia Chong conducts a training session with a Bennett's wallaby. Credit: Roshan Patel/Smithsonian

July 18, 2025

Happy National Zookeeper Week 2025

We're recognizing some of the dedicated professionals who go above and beyond for the animals in our care!