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Paula the Two-Toed Sloth Is Officially the Oldest Sloth in Captivity
After celebrating her 50th birthday at the Halle Zoo in Germany, Paula the two-toed sloth earned the world record for oldest sloth in captivity.
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Virginia Zoo Is Auctioning Off the Chance to Name Its New Red Panda Triplets
Three red panda babies were born at the Virginia Zoo in June, and up to three members of the public will have the honor of choosing their names.
A Same-Sex Penguin Couple Has Adopted an Egg at a Berlin Zoo
When penguins Skip and Ping expressed their desire to rear a baby chick, zookeepers granted their wish.
The Charmed Life and Tragic Death of Snake Handler Grace Olive Wiley
Grace Olive Wiley was an unconventional herpetologist whose love affair with snakes—and resistance to safety standards—would end up costing her her life.
Watch the Denver Zoo’s New Baby Sloth Cuddle Up With Its Mom
The bond between a sloth mom and her baby is strong. This cute little two-toed babe is expected to cling to its mom for at least six months.
New Baby Sloth at Zoo Atlanta Will be Named by the Internet
Voters were given a list of potential names to choose from for the baby sloth, and "Slothy McSlothface" wasn't included.
The Bronx Zoo Is Launching a Dinosaur Safari With Life-Sized Animatronics
This summer, the Bronx Zoo is hosting a Dinosaur Safari with 40 life-sized animatronic dinosaurs, including T. rex and Spinosaurus.
Want to Get Back at Your Ex? Name a Cockroach After Them And Watch a Meerkat Eat It on Valentine's Day
Treat yourself this Valentine's Day with help from the El Paso Zoo.
Brooklyn Zoo's New Pallas’s Cat Breeding Program Aims to Revitalize the Near-Threatened Species
The breeding pair is housed in a new exhibit at the Prospect Park Zoo.
Elderly Sloths Live Out Their Golden Years at a 'Retirement Home' in Wales Zoo
Its oldest resident is 35.
How the Los Angeles Zoo Protects Its Animals During Wildfires and Other Emergencies
It's not easy trapping and transporting more than 1400 wild animals.
12 Amazing Animal X-Rays from the Oregon Zoo
You've never seen a turtle quite like this.
How a Pregnant Rhino Named Victoria Could Save an Entire Subspecies
The last male northern white rhino died, but the species still has a fighting chance.
#RateaSpecies? Zoos Share Amazon-Style Reviews of Animals on Twitter
Most received perfect ratings, of course.
A Dating Database for Zoo Animals Helps Rare Species Find Their Perfect Match
Finally, a service that will let monkeys know if a potential mate has seen 'The Wire.'
The UK’s First Polar Bear Cub in 25 Years Was Just Born in Scotland
The newest addition to the Highland Wildlife Park in Kincraig is a polar bear cub roughly the size of a guinea pig.
Watch This Live Stream to See Two Rare Penguin Chicks Hatch From Their Eggs
The rare chicks are about to debut to the world and the National Aviary is taking us all along for the ride.
Australia Zoo Is Taking Name Suggestions for Its Newborn White Koala
The rare white joey is the first of its kind born at the zoo.
9 Wild Facts About the Bronx Zoo
One of their cobras has a very active Twitter account.
World’s Oldest Sloth Dies at 43
Miss C was the only sloth in Australia.
There’s a Zoo for Sale on Craigslist (Animals Included)
Are you listening, Matt Damon?
Have You Seen This Bobcat? Ollie Escapes From National Zoo
She's mostly harmless to humans, but hide your chickens.
Zoos Are Tracking Elephant Fitness, and It's Improving the Animals' Health
The Elephant Welfare Initiative makes sure captive elephants get enough exercise.
10 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Zoos
Don't tap on the glass, or the zookeepers might follow you.