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American Museum of Natural History

Around the World with DNA

For Students 6th - 12th
DNA analysis could be what saves some animals from extinction. An interactive lesson shows learners how DNA information proves variation among animals of the same species and how stakeholders use that information to make decisions. Easy...
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American Museum of Natural History

Being a Zoologist: Sandra Olsen

For Students 6th - 12th
Are your students wild about horses? Then introduce them Sandra Olsen, a  zooarchaeologist, who has been studying horses and the people who herd them. Ms Olsen responds to 15 interview questions and details how she goes about her...
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Curated OER

Bottled Water Ban

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Convenience, taste, portability ... what's not to love about bottled water? Apparently, a lot. Scholars analyze the four main arguments supporting and opposing the sale of bottled water. They explore the health, environmental, and...
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American Museum of Natural History

Going, Going...Gone?

For Students 6th - 12th
Young environmentalists consider how scientists are attempting to save endangered species. They read about what causes extinction and steps to take to minimize the threats. 
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American Museum of Natural History

Around with World with DNA

For Students 6th - 12th
A mammalogist, ornithologist, ichthyologist, and a conservation geneticist share their work and their hopes that their research will help protect and save endangered species and their habitats.
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San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Animals

For Students 3rd - 8th
This resource describes the most popular animals at the world-famous San Diego Zoo. Each profile gives background about a specific animal, and more information about the species.
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Oakland Zoo

Oakland Zoo: Our Animals

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This comprehensive resource provides photos and animal fact sheets that list special adaptations for a wide variety of animals. See some animals with their young.
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian National Zoo

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is the National Zoological Park right at our fingertips. Students will find many things to explore at this colorful and engaging site. Any study of animals will have a successful start here. Chances are students can catch their...
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Denver Zoo

Denver Zoo: Welcome to Denver Zoo

For Students 9th - 10th
Official site for information regarding the Denver Zoo. Great for visitor information or learning about the animals in the zoo. (Click on Animals and Plants)
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Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden

For Students 9th - 10th
A leader in conservation and education, the Cincinnati Zoo is rated among the top zoos in the United States. Site provides information on various animals as well as conservation efforts and educational programs.
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Rotterdam Zoo: News

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the homepage of the Rotterdam Zoo in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Read about some of the animals living at the zoo.
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Zoos Victoria: Animal Profiles

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn all about many of the different animals in the zoo including many little known facts. Profiled are the dingo, koala, meerkat, platypus, tree kangaroo, and many more.
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Mogo Zoo

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the homepage of Mogo Zoo in Australia. It offers photographs and descriptions of the animals found at the zoo.
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Perth Zoo

For Students 9th - 10th
Describes the Perth Zoo, and gives information about its current exhibits and events. Also provides education links to learn about wildlife and wildlife preservation.
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The Belize Zoo Animals of the Tropical Forest

For Students 9th - 10th
This zoo is primarily a collection of wild animals indigenous to the tropical forests of Belize. At the bottom of the page, the animals are organized into 3 categories: mammals, birds, and reptiles.
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Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: Mammals

For Students 9th - 10th
This interactive animal guide from the Columbus Zoo highlights general information and fun facts about mammals; this information can be sorted by diet or region where they live. Select an animal from the extensive list to begin exploring.
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Columbus Zoo and Aquarium: Amphibians

For Students 9th - 10th
This interactive animal guide from the Columbus Zoo highlights general information and fun facts about amphibians such as the Panamanian Golden Frog and the Poison Dart Frog. Select an animal from the list to begin exploring.
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Colchester Zoo, England

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This is the homepage of the Colchester Zoo in Colchester, England. There is information about the zoo and the animals. There is a virtual tour and there are real player and QuickTime videos under the "Display and Feeding Times" category.
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Zoo Augsburg, Germany

For Students 9th - 10th
This is the homepage for Zoo Augsburg in Augsburg, Germany. There is some general information about the zoo and some about specific animals. There is more information in links, but most of the information is in German.
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian Libraries: Zoos, a Historical Perspective

For Students 9th - 10th
An online sample of maps, drawings and photographs of zoos from over 30 states and 40 countries.
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Zoo Lujan

For Students 9th - 10th
Spanish content; this is the main page for the Lujan zoo of Argentina. From here you can explore the animals the zoo and the animals in it.
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The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium

For Students 9th - 10th
The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, found just outside of Columbus, Ohio, provides information on all animals found in the zoo, as well as ongoing education programs, and more.
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Oakland Zoo

Oakland Zoo: Welcome to the Oakland Zoo

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Site allows users to tour the Oakland Zoo and view all types of animals from A-Z. Offers links to cool stuff and a world safari.
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Madrid Zoo

For Students 9th - 10th
Explore the Madrid Zoo and read in Spanish about a variety of animals. Click on the continents and learn about the typical animals from that region.

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