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Emperor newt
Exhibit:
Reptile Discovery Center
False water cobra
Exhibit:
Reptile Discovery Center
Fiji banded iguana
Exhibit:
Reptile Discovery Center
Fishing cat
Exhibit:
Asia Trail
Flagtail characin
Exhibit:
Amazonia
Fly River turtle
Exhibit:
Reptile Discovery Center
Fowler's toad
Exhibit:
Amazonia
Freshwater stingray
Exhibit:
Amazonia
Animal News
October 09, 2026
The Smithsonian National Zoo's Cheetah Cub Cam Returns — With Five Adorable Reasons to Tune In ›
Four generations of one cheetah family now live at the Zoo's off-campus research facility. Meet the newest members.
October 06, 2026
11 Fascinating Facts About North American Porcupines ›
There are plenty of surprises to discover about these prickly creatures.
October 05, 2026
Watch Meerkats Explore Jack-o'-Lanterns and Cauldrons ›
Seven meerkats got a Halloween-themed surprise from their keepers. See how they dug in.