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Bearded emperor tamarin
Exhibit:
Small Mammal House
Bennett's wallaby
Exhibit:
Small Mammal House
Binturong
Exhibit:
Claws & Paws Pathway
Black and rufous elephant shrew
Exhibit:
Small Mammal House
Black pacu
Exhibit:
Amazonia
Black tree monitor
Exhibit:
Reptile Discovery Center
Black-and-white ruffed lemur
Exhibit:
Primates
Black-and-white warbler
Exhibit:
Bird House
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.