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Andean bear mother Brienne and her 4-month-old cub explore their outdoor habitat on March 22, 2023.

April 17, 2023

What's New at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo This Summer?

There's plenty to see this summer at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute. Check out five amazing things you won’t want to miss during your next visit.

Southern lesser galago brothers Mopani (left) and Damara (right) eat insects from a food pan.

April 07, 2023

New at the Zoo: Meet Our Bushbaby Brothers

What animal can rotate its head 180 degrees, has ears that function like satellites and marks its territory (and members of its social group) with urine? Meet our southern lesser galago brothers, Mopani and Damara!

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