About the African Elephant
Description
The African elephant is the world’s largest land mammal – even larger than the Asian elephant.
A mature African elephant weighs 5,000 to...
Saving River Terrapins in Asia
The Zoo’s gharials are often a guest favorite at the Museum of Living Art, but these crocodilians aren’t alone in their exhibit. Look into...
About the Black Rhino
DESCRIPTION
A mature black rhino weighs 1,800 to 3,000 pounds. It is between 10 and 12 feet long and approximately 5 feet tall. Skin...
About the Mexican long-nosed bat
HABITAT
The Mexican long-nosed bat lives in desert scrub and open forest habitats.
During the day, the bat avoids the sun by roosting in...
Spotted: a Jaguar on American Soil
When you think of wild cats, your mind probably wanders to the lions in Africa or the tigers in Asia. Did you know that...
16 Amazing Basic Facts About Chimpanzees
Here are some interesting facts about chimpanzees.
Apes are primates without tails so, chimpanzees are among them.
Chimpanzees are found in the tropical rain...
The Critically Endangered Gharial
The gharial may look like a dinosaur from another time, but it is actually a rare crocodilian species that live in the river systems...
The Great Ape Heart Project
There are four species of great apes: chimpanzees, gorillas, orangutans, and bonobos. You might be tempted to call them monkeys, but apes are actually...
Big Five Animals in Tanzania National Parks
The term "Big Five" originally referred to the five most difficult animals in Africa to hunt on foot, but it has since been adopted...
About the Painted Terrapin
Description
During the breeding season, male painted terrapins display white coloring on their heads with a red stripe between their eyes. However, female and...
