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Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: The Rainbow Connection

For Students 9th - 10th
Stanley Rand, in his article "Frogs: The Rainbow Connection" looks at a variety of topics related to frogs including types and species, habitats, interesting facts, the difference between frogs and toads, and more.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: On Waterdogs, Mudpuppies, and More

For Students 9th - 10th
Alex Hawes's article, "On Waterdogs, Mudpuppies, and the Occasional Hellbender" looks at the range of creatures within the classification of Amphibian. He does not spend time discussing frogs or toads in depth, but focuses on the rest of...
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: The Mystery of Amphibian Declines

For Students 9th - 10th
Howard Youth's article, "Chasing Frogs and Phantoms: The Mystery of Amphibian Declines" deals with the shrinking populations of amphibians and certain conservation efforts underway.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Wolves Change an Ecosystem

For Students 9th - 10th
Jim Robbins's article, "Weaving A New Web: Wolves Change An Ecosystem" focuses on the research and findings of biologist Robert Crabtree and his organization, Yellowstone Ecosystem Studies, in looking at wolves and coyotes.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Tiger Facts

For Students 9th - 10th
Susan Lumpkin's article in Zoogoer Magazine presents a series of facts and related information on tigers. The topics covered include size, habitat, diet, hunting, territoriality, social behavior, conservation, reproduction, and more.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Rediscovering a Fragile Frontier

For Students 9th - 10th
This article deals with a variety of topics related to the Prairie biome. Topics covered include More than Just Waving Grass, Birds of a Feather, Bison: From Abundance to Absence, and more.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Penguins on Thin Ice

For Students 9th - 10th
This article explores various topics relating to penguins including From the Equator to the Bottom of the World, Feast and Famine, Penguin Cities, Waddling into the Future, and more.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Coatis, the Raccoon's Sociable Cousin

For Students 9th - 10th
This article on the Raccoon's cousin, the coatis, covers a variety of topics related to the coatis including the four species (white-nosed, ringtailed, mountain, and island), behavior habits, and more.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Cheetah

For Students 9th - 10th
Smithsonian site showcases this striped carnivore. Users are able to view a cheetah cam as well as learn some interesting facts about the cheetah.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Amazon River Fish Cam

For Students 9th - 10th
The National Zoo features a selection of live animal cams including a live animal cam of Amazon river fishes. In addition to the live cam, this site features information and pictures of other life associated with Amazonia.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Amazonia Habitat

For Students 9th - 10th
The Amazonia Habitat is an exhibit from the National Zoo which highlights various aspects of the Amazon including habitat species, plant information, and more. The exhibit includes a virtual tour and an audio tour along with links to...
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Animals at the Zoo From a to Z.

For Students 9th - 10th
Get information about a variety of mammals using this online alphabetical index. Information includes facts about their classification, habitat, diet, behavior and conservation status.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Sloth Bear Fact Sheet

For Students 9th - 10th
This website provides a fact sheet on sloth bears. Content includes information on their physical appearance, size, eating habits, geographic distribution, habitat, reproduction, life span, and typical behavior.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Giant Pandas

For Students 9th - 10th
This site provides a detailed overview of pandas, and focuses on Mei Xiang & Tian Tian at the National Zoo. Content includes information on panda habitat and current conservation efforts, as well as including photos, live web cams,...
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Facts About Great Cats

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn about the great cats by linking from this introductory page to a photo gallery, to fact sheets about specific cats, to conservation and science information, and more.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Grevy's Zebra Fact Sheet

For Students 9th - 10th
Highlights various facts and interesting information on the Grevy's Zebra. In addition to several pictures, the page provides a description and information on habitat, diet, reproduction and more.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Gila Monster

For Students 9th - 10th
This complete site presents a wealth of information in fact sheet format. In addition, find out how Native Americans viewed the Gila monster and how a component of its venom is being investigated as a possible drug to treat type-2 diabetes.
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Read Works

Read Works: Bear Care

For Teachers 6th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An interview with Lisa Stevens, caretaker of the giant pandas at the National Zoo in Washington, D.C. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Zoogoer Magazine: Farming, From Ancient to Zoo

For Students 9th - 10th
While this article by Shannon Lyons and Emily Huhn uses the New Kids' Farm exhibit at the National Zoo as a topic springboard, the information on farming and farming history is interesting and informative.
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Smithsonian National Zoo: Amazon Giant Anteater

For Students 9th - 10th
As part of the Amazonia exhibit at the National Zoo, this site highlights various facts and interesting information on the giant anteater. In addition to several pictures, the site provides a description and information on habitat, diet,...
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Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution

Whoi: Oceanography Careers

For Students 9th - 10th
Do you want to get started in preparing for a career in oceanography? Explore resources to start the career planning process.
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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: Rhinoceros Capture

For Students 9th - 10th
Rangers capture a Black rhino in the South African National Park in order to relocate him in this segment from Nature. [4:31]
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Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Life as a Wildlife Biologist

For Students 3rd - 8th
This site describes the skills needed for a career in Wildlife Biology. Includes link to a quiz that tests the student's knowledge of Wildlife issues.
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Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Mollusc Form and Function

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Links to a virtual laboratory that provides information and images regarding mollusc form and function.

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