Smithsonian scientists are collaborating with the American Prairie Reserve to protect and restore one of North America’s greatest treasures — the prairie.
the wildlife that call it home — from the mighty bison
From reptiles and amphibians to fish, birds and mammals, meet the animals at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.
Fish Invertebrates Mammals Reptiles American bison
All seasons on the prairie are special. But spring is just a little more special than the rest, as every day birds return for summer breeding season.
The Reserve has also begun to reintroduce American bison
Always free of charge, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo is one of Washington D.C.’s, and the Smithsonian’s, most popular tourist destinations, with more than 2 million visitors from all over the world each year. The Zoo instills a lifelong commitment to conservation through engaging experiences with animals and the people working to save them.
Projects include reintroductions of swift fox, Plains bison
An archive of press releases from Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo Welcomes Two New Bison
From a litter of chirping cheetahs and the birth of a lovable giant panda cub to groundbreaking coral reef research and new strides in animal care, there were many milestones to celebrate this year.
Researchers track mighty bison across the Great Plains
At their field site in north-central Montana, ecologist Andy Boyce and intern Andrew Dreelin are learning more about how black-tailed prairie dogs change the landscape and support the many species that call the prairie home.
Prairie dogs are not big and charismatic like bison
Andy Boyce is a Research Ecologist at Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute’s Migratory Bird Center. His work focuses on 1) understanding how keystone species and grazing systems impact biodiversity in grassland ecosystems; and 2) what factors regulate populations of imperiled grassland birds at all stages of the annual cycle.
variation in habitat selection and movement patterns of bison
Grab a delicious snack with prehensile-tailed porcupine Quilliam, have a ball watching our cheetah cubs play and behold beaver Aspen as he fells a tree. July brought about many exciting moments, not the least of which was the reopening of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo! Before you plan your visit, get up to speed on the adorable animal antics that took place last month as told by our amazing and dedicated animal care team.
Video American Bison | American Bison We teamed up
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo opens to the public on July 24. There will be two media opportunities. All media must register to attend. Parking is limited and television crews will be prioritized.
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