Swing along with primate keeper Emily Bricker as she shares her stories about caring for orangutans.
Washington, D.C.’s summers mirror orangutans‘ very warm and tropical natural climate
Enjoy these 50 facts about giant pandas in honor of the Smithsonian’s National Zoo’s Giant Panda 50th Anniversary Celebration.
It also cuts bamboo from 20 stands located in the greater Washington, D.C., area.
Animal keeper Mariel Lally shares the fluffy scoop on caring for red pandas!
This is drastically different from Washington, D.C.’s climate most of the year.
As we prepare to bid giant panda Bei Bei a fond farewell, we’re taking a look back at some favorite milestones and memorable moments from his time at the Zoo.
of China, Peng Liyuan, accompanied by a group of third-grade students from the Washington
There’s a lot to discover about these energetic little predators — here are some fun facts about the species.
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo in Washington, D.C., is home to two pairs of Asian
A lifelong goal to save animals led Smithsonian fellow Molly Corder to find ways to protect critically endangered black rhinos from extinction threats.
International Rhino Foundation, Morris Animal Foundation, George Mason University, George Washington
The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute – Center for Conservation and Sustainability (CCS), in partnership with ITAIPU Binacional, is pleased to announce the Practical Zoo Nutrition Course.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington
Looking for activities to do at home or on your next visit to the Zoo? We offer fun learning opportunities for teens!
Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington
Twenty undergraduate students from George Mason University joined the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute’s Global Health Program in the field from July 31 to Aug. 13, 2018.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington
We are happy to announce Granger cheetah is doing well following his surgery last week and will be joining Draco and Zabini back at Cheetah Conservation Station.
Smithsonian’s National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute 3001 Connecticut Ave., NW Washington
