The National Zoo has animals from all over the world. You can take a virtual tour around the world on the Zoo's website. As you travel, try to answer the questions for each continent. Photos of the animals and answers can be found on this website. Feel free to take the scenic route by visiting other pages and learning more.
The world tour begins in North America, but you better have your passport with you!
North America
Where in the United States are American alligators found? Find out
Why did Mexican gray wolves almost go extinct? Find out
What do black-footed ferrets eat? Find out
When did the bald eagle become our national symbol? Find out
South America
What do golden lion tamarins eat? Find out
How do maned wolves catch their prey? Find out
What habitats do boa constrictors live in? Find out
Just how big is the capybara, the world's largest rodent? Find out
Australia
Which laughing kookaburra parent takes care of hatchlings? Find out
Besides brown kiwis, what other kinds of kiwis make their home in New Zealand? Find out
What is the northern blue-tongued skink's habitat? Find out
Asia
What are some differences between African and Asian elephants? Find out
How many tigers are left in the world? Find out
How do white-cheeked gibbons begin each day? Find out
How much bamboo does a giant panda eat each day? Find out
Africa
How are naked mole-rats similar to insects? Find out
What body part helps the caracal find prey? Find out
How much do giraffes sleep in a typical day? Find out
Do cheetahs live in prides, like lions do? Find out
Have you found out all the answers? Congratulations! Hope you learned a lot about animals all over the planet and enjoyed your worldwide journey.