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Aldabra tortoise
Exhibit:
Reptile Discovery Center
Asian elephant
Exhibit:
Elephant Trails
Beaver
Exhibit:
American Trail
Fennec fox
Exhibit:
Small Mammal House
Giant panda
Exhibit:
Asia Trail
Kori bustard
Exhibit:
Bird House
Lion
Exhibit:
Great Cats
Orangutan
Exhibit:
Primates
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.