Polar Bear
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Did you know polar bears can sniff out a seal from 20 miles away? Learn more about polar bears.
The year 1994 was memorable at the Zoo as it’s when the North America region opened and when three polar bear siblings arrived, creating a statewide buzz. Our current polar bear stars are joined by black bears, red wolves and hundreds of other animals in this diverse region.
Black Bear
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Did you know the black bear actually comes in an array of colors, including black, brown, cinnamon, glacier blue, blonde, and white? Learn more about black bears.
Arctic Fox
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Did you know arctic foxes will often follow polar bears and scavenge on the remains of their kills? Learn more about arctic foxes.
American Alligator
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Did you know the 80 teeth of alligators are constantly replaced? Learn more about alligators.
Alligator Snapping Turtle
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Did you know alligator snapping turtles can stay underwater for 45 minutes before taking another breath? Learn more about alligator snapping turtles.
Bald Eagle with Salmon
David H. Turner
Sponsored by the Independent Insurance Agents of North Carolina
Prairie Habitat
The great prairies of the American Midwest were once home to gigantic herds of bison. At the North Carolina Zoo, experience our short-grass prairie complete with a herd of bison and elk that can be viewed from four overlooks.
