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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Black Footed Cat

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to quick facts, the Brookfield Zoo presents information on the social and eatings habits, appearance, conservation matters, and other characteristics of the black-footed cat.
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Grizzly Bear

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to quick facts, information on the social and eatings habits, appearance, habitat, and other characteristics of the grizzly bear from the Brookfield Zoo.
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Reticulated Giraffe

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to quick facts, the Brookfield Zoo offers a photo and information on the social and eatings habits, appearance, habitat, and other characteristics of the reticulated giraffe, the tallest animal in the world.
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Harbor Seal

For Students 9th - 10th
Familiarize yourself with the harbor seal by reading this brief article from the Brookfield Zoo. This animal guide presents quick facts and information on the appearance, communication, mating habits, and other unique characteristics of...
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Black Handed Spider Monkey

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out more about the black-handed spider monkey by browsing this reference from the Brookfield Zoo. In addition to quick facts and a photo, this animal guide offers details on the appearance, environment, eating habits and other...
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Colobus Monkey

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to quick facts and a photo, the Brookfield Zoo provides information on the social and eatings habits, appearance, habitat, and other characteristics of the colobus monkey, who despite having no thumbs move around trees fairly...
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Giant Anteater

For Students 9th - 10th
In addition to quick facts, the Brookfield Zoo provides information on the social and eatings habits, appearance, habitat, and other characteristics of the giant anteater.
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Cotton Top Tamarin

For Students 9th - 10th
One page profile of the cotton-top tamarin that provides quick facts, a photo, and details on the appearance, habitat, conservation, breeding habits, social traits, and other unique characteristics of this endangered animal.
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: Journey North: Manatee

For Students 9th - 10th
View this presentation to learn about manatees and track their migration. Includes information about manatee characteristics, life span, behavior, and migration. There is also a migration map with updated sightings.
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Mocomi & Anibrain Digital Technologies

Mocomi: Cheetah Facts and Information

For Students 2nd - 8th
Explains the characteristics of a cheetah, where they are found, and other interesting fun facts.
Website
Enchanted Learning

Enchanted Learning: Polar Bears

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Learn more about the polar bear when you visit this informative site that features a diagram of the polar bear and information on its diet, habitat, anatomy, reproduction and so on.
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Canadian Wildlife Federation

Hinterland Who's Who: Wolf

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the habitats and habits of wolves, along with their feeding and breeding characteristics.
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PBS

Pbs Nature: Meerkat

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Do you know anything about meerkats? This site identifies where these mammals live, what they eat and other interesting facts. Meerkats are part of the mongoose family.
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PBS

Nature: Cheetah

For Students Pre-K - 1st
What are some of the cheetah's distinctive characteristics? Come and check out this resource featuring fun facts and information about the cheetah.
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Monterey Bay Aquarium

Monterey Bay Aquarium: Northern Elephant Seal

For Students 9th - 10th
A variety of information on Northern Elephant Seals, such as habitat, diet, conservation efforts and cool facts, is provided at this resource.
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World Wildlife Fund for Nature

World Wildlife Fund: Wolf (Timber)

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides basic information and photos of the Timber Wolf.
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Other

Classroom Animals and Pets Rabbits

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
An interesting site that provides a wealth of information about keeping rabbits as pets in the classroom. Housing and supplies, maintenance, food, and teaching ideas are several of the topics covered.
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Globio

Glossopedia: Rhinoceros

For Students 3rd - 8th
Rhinoceroses, or rhinos, are big and ancient-looking and can be dangerous. They can also be shy and are seldom seen. Once there were hundreds of rhino species, but today there are only a few. This article provides an in-depth look at...
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Sea World Parks & Entertainment

Sea World: Animal Information Database

For Students 9th - 10th
Sea World's site featuring a variety of information about their animals, as well as general animal information. Includes "Animal Bytes," a list of animals with some of their characteristics. Also includes some games and teacher resources.
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PBS

Pbs Nature: Elephants

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Did you know that the elephant is the largest animal in the world? Discover more about where they live, what they eat and how they socialize when you visit this site.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: 10.2 Vertebrate Diversity

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the characteristics and diversity of vertebrate animals.
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Polar Bears

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This site created by NatureWorks focuses on the Polar Bears. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, diet, behavior and life cycle.
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PBS

Pbs Nature: Otters

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Discover more about how otters live, what they eat and how they socialize when you visit this informative resource. This condensed site will benefit students who need help narrowing their research information.
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Wikimedia

Wikipedia: Mustelidae

For Students 9th - 10th
This Wikipedia encyclopedia article explores mustelids, a family of carnivorous mammals. Content includes a look at the range of species in this family, including a look at their common characteristics.