Zoo and Aquarium

The Smithsonian National Zoo & Conservation Biology Institute in Washington DC offers a reliable, free panda cam that streams from the giant panda habitat. This evergreen explai...

At the Santa Barbara Zoo, a giraffe with a crooked neck has drawn attention for its distinctive posture and careful management. This profile explains the known cause, daily care...

Giraffes at the Milwaukee Zoo are among the tallest and most recognizable animals in the collection, offering guests a chance to observe an iconic African species up close. This...

The Dallas Zoo lions are a cornerstone of the zoo’s commitment to conservation and education. These magnificent animals represent an important part of the zoo’s mission to c...

Shedd Aquarium in Chicago houses a small colony of sea otters in a habitat designed to mimic nearshore marine environments. These marine mammals are among the aquarium’s most...

The San Diego Zoo currently does not have giant pandas on exhibit. The zoo’s last resident pandas, including the well known pair that arrived in 2014 as part of a conservation...

Taronga Zoo in Sydney houses both African lions and, formerly, Asiatic lions, with a focus on animal welfare, conservation breeding, and public education. This guide explains ho...

The okapi at Chester Zoo represents one of the most elusive and visually distinctive animals in the zoo’s collection. Often described as a "forest giraffe," the okapi combines...