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A scimitar-horned oryx calf rests in the grass under its mother

December 28, 2018

2018 Conservation Wins, Part Two

The Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute is dedicated to saving species. Every year, its team of conservationists here and around the globe works hard to make that mission a reality — and 2018 was no exception.

Dama gazelle calves Gustav (left) and Amaya (right) explore their habitat at the Cheetah Conservation Station.

November 02, 2018

New at the Zoo: Dama Gazelle Calves

Cheetah Conservation Station keepers are celebrating a dama gazelle baby boom! Two young calves, Gustav and Amaya, recently made their debut. Learn all about the newest members of our herd from assistant curator Gil Myers.

September 13, 2018

Dama Gazelle Calf Born at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo

Cheetah Conservation Station keepers are celebrating the birth of a critically endangered Dama gazelle.