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Pittsburgh Zoo: Polar Bear

For Students 9th - 10th
The polar bear is native to the Arctic Ocean and its surrounding seas. Use this resource to discover other unique facts about the largest carnivore found on land.
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Pittsburgh Zoo: Meerkat

For Students 9th - 10th
The meerkat is a member of the mongoose family. Use this resource to learn other unique facts about this small carnivorous mammal.
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Pittsburgh Zoo: Amur Tiger

For Students 9th - 10th
Amur tigers are also known as the Siberian tigers. Use this resource to discover more interesting facts about the largest living feline.
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Pittsburgh Zoo: American Beaver

For Students 9th - 10th
The American beaver is North America's largest rodent. Use this resource to discover more about this beaver known for building dams, canals, and lodges.
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Pittsburgh Zoo: Aldabra Tortoise

For Students 9th - 10th
The Aldabra tortoise is one of the largest tortoises, second only to the Galapagos tortoise. Use this resource to learn more about this long-living animal.
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Pittsburgh Zoo: African Lion

For Students 9th - 10th
African lions are the only cats known to live in groups. Use this resource to learn why lions roar and other interesting facts.
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Pittsburgh Zoo: African Elephant

For Students 9th - 10th
The African elephant is the largest living land-dwelling animal. Use this resource to discover unique facts about this herbivorous animal.
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Pittsburgh Zoo: Pygmy Hippo

For Students 9th - 10th
The pygmy hippopotamus has eluded researchers in the wild for years. In fact, the species was not discovered until 1840. Us this resource to discover other quick facts about this endangered animal.
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Pittsburgh Zoo: Ostrich

For Students 9th - 10th
The Ostrich is characterized by its long neck and legs, and its ability to run at speeds reaching 45 mph. Use this resource to discover other interesting facts about this large bird.
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Pittsburgh Zoo: Komodo Dragon

For Students 9th - 10th
The Komodo dragon is a venomous species of lizard and the largest living species of lizard. Use this resource to discover other fascinating facts about this lethal predator.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Red Kangaroo

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, and conservation status of the red kangaroo.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Harbor Seal

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, range, appearance, and conservation status of the harbor seal.
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Saint Louis Zoo: California Sea Lion

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, range, appearance, diet, and conservation status of the California sea lion.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Canvasback

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, behavior, and conservation status of the canvasback.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Tufted Puffin

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, and conservation status of the tufted puffin.
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Saint Louis Zoo: East African Crowned Crane

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, diet, breeding, and conservation status of the East African crowned crane.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Green Anaconda

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, diet, and conservation status of the green anaconda.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Gentoo Penguin

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, diet, and conservation status of the Gentoo penguin.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Ruddy Duck

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, breeding, appearance, and conservation status of the ruddy duck.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Cinereous Vulture

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, and conservation status of the cinereous vulture.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Northern Bobwhite Quail

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, behavior, diet, and conservation status of the Northern bobwhite quail.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Spectacled Langur

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, diet, and conservation status of the spectacled langur.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Mongoose Lemur

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, appearance, diet, and conservation status of the mongoose lemur.
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Saint Louis Zoo: Cotton Top Tamarin

For Students 9th - 10th
Discover fun facts and learn about the habitat, breeding, diet, and conservation status of the cotton-top tamarin.