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Black and rufous elephant shrew | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/black-and-rufous-elephant-shrew

This long-nosed animal darts along the forest floors of east Africa, using its powerful sense of smell to hunt for insects. Scientists argue it should be called the “black and rufous sengi,” as the species is known in local languages, because this animal is not closely related to shrews.
are not at immediate risk of extinction, their populations are decreasing in the wild

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Freshwater stingray | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

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Freshwater stingrays live in the Amazon River system and are one of the only rays inhabiting freshwater rather than saltwater. Though docile animals, they are responsible for more injuries to humans each year than any other Amazonian species.
Lifespan The lifespan of a freshwater stingray in the wild is currently unknown.

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Blue grosbeak | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/blue-grosbeak

A small bird with a big bill, the blue grosbeak is a North American songbird with a striking deep-blue color. Found throughout much of the southern United States, their rich, warbling song can be heard around thickets and hedgerows during the breeding season. Sometimes they will pop up to a high perch to flick and spread their tails.
Never release animals that have been kept as pets into the wild.

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Top Five Reasons to Leap Into World Lemur Day | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/top-five-reasons-leap-world-lemur-day

We’re leaping for joy and celebrating World Lemur Day at Smithsonian’s National Zoo! This special holiday—which takes place the last Friday in October—is the perfect occasion for learning all about our lemur friends.
In the wild, they can live in groups of up to 30 individuals, and all females in

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Bringing the Zoo To You: June 2020 | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/news/bringing-zoo-you-june-2020

A family meal among prairie dogs, the soothing sounds of a cheetah’s purr and a Pride cake fit for a giant panda. As summer kicks off at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute, we’re sharing some moments from June that sparked joy.
Cheetah cubs in the wild have to learn how to successfully hunt and take down prey

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Short-billed dowitcher | Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute

https://nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/short-billed-dowitcher

Despite its name, the short-billed dowitcher has a bill twice the size of its head. It’s a short bill only compared to its relative, the long-billed dowitcher. The two species were, until recently, considered one species. The main difference between them is the slight difference in beak length and the dramatic difference in their songs and calls. 
recognized subspecies that are geographically separated in the breeding season (Alaska, western

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