Snakes have adapted to climb trees, skate across hot sand, and even swim through water — all without arms or legs. What’s ...

Two young male elephants, Sanjay and Kabir, who were vaccinated in 2024, later tested positive for Elephant Endotheliotropic ...

After years of planning and reconstruction, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has officially opened its newly reimagined North ...

Founded in 1889, the Smithsonian’s National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute spans 163 acres in Washington, D.C.’s Rock Creek Park and houses over 2,100 animals across nearly 400 species ...

A fight between two adults at the Smithsonian's National Zoo led to DC Police response and a brief shelter-in-place order, with no injuries reported.

Bao Li and Qing Bao, the respective male and female giant pandas at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C., have been caught flirting on camera — according to their "bleats," "chirps" and repeated ...

National Zoo vets go all in to save 3-ounce lizard with tumors A tiny gecko had a big problem: squamous cell carcinoma. How the zoo's vets teamed up to save the creature and make history.

To celebrate National Zoo Lovers Day, we asked our editors which animals they like to see first on any trip to the zoo. Read on for their answers; we’d love to hear yours in the comments.

A Komodo dragon named Onyx at the National Zoo in 2022. (Matt McClain/The Washington Post) Finally, President Donald Trump has issued an executive order we can all agree on.

About Founded in 1889, the Smithsonian's National Zoo and Conservation Biology Institute sits on 163 acres in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s Rock Creek Park and is home to more than 2,100 animals ...

Dining The Smithsonian's National Zoo offers a variety of dining options located throughout the park. Visitors are welcome to bring their own food and snacks into the Zoo. Hours subject to change due ...