National Zoo
Coverage of National Zoo in the Nexus archive.
- The Needle: Baby Bat-Eared Foxes Arrive in D.C., National Guard Deployment Will Cost $1.4 Billion More, 25 States Are Suing Trump Over Tariffs, and More
The National Zoo has two new baby bat-eared foxes as part of a species survival plan. Keeping the National Guard in D.C. will cost an additional $1.4 billion. Twenty-five states sued the Trump administration over new tariffs. A National Park Service report warns Trump's proposed arch could disrupt historical sites. ICE collected DNA from 1 million people, including children, last year.
- An exclusive first look at the National Zoo’s new baby bat-eared foxes!
The National Zoo has introduced two new baby bat-eared foxes, part of a species survival plan focused on animal conservation. The zoo provided an exclusive sneak peek of the cubs through WTOP’s Matt Kaufax’s summer series on 'Matt About Town.'
- Trump targets Biden-era billion-dollar Smithsonian budgets amid anti-'woke' push
The Trump administration is proposing to reduce the Smithsonian's budget below $1 billion for fiscal years 2026 and 2027, reversing Biden-era increases that reached $1.24 billion in 2024. The move aligns with efforts to eliminate 'woke' ideology from federally funded museums and programs, including a 162-page White House report recommending reforms to the institution's exhibits, leadership, and spending priorities.
- Hell Arrives in Washington
Washington, D.C., is experiencing a record-breaking heat wave with temperatures peaking at 102°F and a heat index of 117, mirroring extreme heat events from 1918 and 1930. The heat caused asphalt to soften, hospitalizations, and measures like halting ice cream production, while tourists and residents struggle with the oppressive conditions.
- Buffalo named Donald Trump for his golden locks is a sensation at a Bangladesh zoo
A rare albino buffalo named Donald Trump for its golden hair has become a sensation at the Bangladesh national zoo. The 700-kilogram buffalo's resemblance to the U.S. president has drawn crowds since its arrival last week.
- Buffalo named Donald Trump for his golden hair draws crowds in Bangladesh
A buffalo named Donald Trump at Bangladesh's national zoo has attracted crowds due to its golden hair and 700-kilogram build. The animal arrived at the zoo last week and has since become a popular attraction.
- WATCH: Baby elephant makes debut on Earth Day
A baby Asian elephant made her public debut at the National Zoo on Earth Day, marking the first such birth in over 25 years at the facility. The event highlights conservation efforts and the significance of the species.