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Aldabra tortoise
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Reptile Discovery Center
Asian elephant
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Elephant Trails
Beaver
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American Trail
Fennec fox
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Small Mammal House
Giant panda
Exhibit:
Asia Trail
Kori bustard
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Bird House
Lion
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Great Cats
Orangutan
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Primates
Animal News
November 13, 2026
10 Turkey Facts to Gobble Up This Thanksgiving ›
Dive into the juicy history of America’s favorite barnyard bird.
November 09, 2026
Inside the Zoo’s Aquatic Environments, a Dedicated Team Keeps the Water Clean, Cool and Salty ›
The life support systems team monitors the Zoo’s water habitats with the same level of care that keepers devote to the animals.
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.