Home to 120 animals representing 110 species, the zoo is one of two such collegiate facilities in the country.

Smokey Bear. Ham the Space Chimp. Hsing-Hsing and Ling-Ling. Not many animals reach celebrity status, but it’s a bit of a tradition here at the Smithsonian’s National Zoo. In January, we rolled out ...

Visiting a zoo can be a great way to learn more about native and exotic animal species, all while supporting animal conservation. Trustworthy zoos are rooted in animal well-being and conservation, but ...