Meet the lemur leaf frog! These attractive amphibians—best known for their big, beautiful eyes—are critically endangered. The good news? Reptile Discovery Center keepers at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo are working to save them from extinction.
That includes us—the Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington, D.C., our partners
With a 6-foot wingspan, sharp talons and an intimidating stare, bald eagles are majestic birds. Meet Tioga and Annie—both of whom were injured in the wild and rescued—at Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s American Trail. Swoop into their care and conservation with animal keeper Ashley Graham.
In Washington, D.C., many pairs nest near the Potomac River.
As August comes into full swing, get to know the golden lion tamarins from Kenton Kerns, assistant curator of Small Mammal House!
Imagine getting in a car in Washington, D.C., and driving two hours away.
This holiday season, the Zoo invites you to give thanks to a beloved American icon—but not at the dining room table. Learn about how Bird House keeper Jen Ferraro helps care for the Zoo’s resident turkeys.
common in woodland areas throughout the Eastern United States, including in the Washington
Few animals are as regarded—and feared—as the largest carnivores of the African savannah. But how much do you really know about lions?
In Washington, D.C., a lion’s roar doesn’t travel quite that far.
Why is this mountain tapir wearing a collar? His movements and behaviors are being tracked via satellite by Smithsonian scientists!
animals at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Washington
The spotted turtle is a small species of turtle found near ponds, swamps and streamside habitats in the eastern United States and lower Canada. They are recognizable for the yellow polka-dot pattern covering their bodies.
This is a local species to the Washington, D.C., region, and it can benefit greatly
The bald eagle population plummeted from abundant to endangered, with only 417 pairs left in 1963. Thanks to tireless conservation efforts, this fish-eating raptor rebounded and has since been removed from the Endangered Species List.
already been listed as threatened in Michigan, Minnesota, Wisconsin, Oregon and Washington
Try not to get ’swamped‘ with these bite-sized facts about American alligators and their crocodilian cousins.
next visit to the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute in Washington
Every Zoo animal receives special care, but some need a little extra support to keep them healthy and active.
When Basil was rescued from the Washington, D.C., suburbs and brought to a wildlife
