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Aldabra tortoise
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Reptile Discovery Center
Asian elephant
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Elephant Trails
Beaver
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American Trail
Fennec fox
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Small Mammal House
Giant panda
Exhibit:
Asia Trail
Kori bustard
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Bird House
Lion
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Great Cats
Orangutan
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Primates
Animal News
September 03, 2026
8 Reasons Why Zoo Staff Think the Chacoan Peccary Might Be Your New Favorite Animal ›
Two animal care experts share why this new species might become your next obsession.
August 28, 2026
Look Back At Linh Mai’s Most Memorable Moments As She Turns 7 Months Old ›
Seven months ago, the world fell in love with a little Asian elephant named Linh Mai. As she turns 7 months old, we're taking a look back at her most memorable moments.
August 18, 2026
Three Adorable Red Panda Cubs Born This Summer at the Zoo’s Front Royal Campus ›
“The cubs are really just balls of fur that eat and sleep right now,” said Jessica Kordell, assistant curator of carnivores.