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Mar. 27, 2009
National Zoo Baby Gorilla Is Named
The Smithsonian's National Zoo is pleased to announce the name of its 2 1/2-month-old female baby western lowland gorilla—Kibibi (kee-BEE-bee)—which means little lady in Swahili.... read press release
Mar. 27, 2009
Clouded Leopard Cubs Born at National Zoo's Conservation and Research Center
An endangered clouded leopard at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s Conservation and Research Center (CRC) in Front Royal, Va., gave birth to a genetically valuable litter of two cubs on Tuesday, Mar... read press release
Mar. 27, 2009
Raise a Glass to Wildlife Conservation at the National Zoo's "Grapes With the Apes" Event
Toast wildlife conservation at The Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s annual wine-tasting event, “Grapes With the Apes,” April 16 from 6 to 9 p.m.... read press release
Feb. 27, 2009
New Spectacled Bear at the National Zoo
Billie Jean, a three-year-old female spectacled bear, made her debut at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. read press release
Feb. 27, 2009
Rare Horse Dies at National Zoo's Conservation and Research Center
A six-month-old, male Przewalski’s horse died at the National Zoo’s Conservation and Research Center in Front Royal, Va. Friday, Jan. 30, due to a fractured neck.... read press release
Jan. 27, 2009
2009 Giant Panda Mating Season Begins Early at National Zoo
The 2009 giant panda mating season began Thursday, Jan. 15 at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. read press release
Jan. 27, 2009
Fun, Frisky and Free Valentine-Themed Event at National Zoo
Looking for the wildest way to celebrate Valentine's Day without breaking the bank? read press release
Jan. 27, 2009
Smithsonian's National Zoo Seeking Bamboo to Bolster Dwindling Supply
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo is experiencing a critical and unexpected shortage of its bamboo supply and is reaching out to local landowners and farmers who have bamboo and will allow the Zoo to... read press release
Jan. 27, 2009
Zoo Has a New Baby Gorilla
Yesterday, a baby western lowland gorilla was born at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. Staff estimate the baby was born at approximately 1:45 p.m. read... read press release
Jan. 27, 2009
National Zoo and Fujifilm Invite Photographers to Take Their Best Shot!
If you have ever tried to capture a picture-perfect image of the National Zoo’s giant pandas or wondered how the Zoo’s photographers snap beguiling photos of animals as diverse as elephants and n... read press release
Jan. 27, 2009
National Zoo Appoints Joseph M. Sacco Associate Director for Education
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo has appointed Joseph M. Sacco associate director for education, effective Jan. 5, 2009.... read press release