Styan’s red pandaOne of two sub-species of red panda on exhibit at WCS zoos. (Credit: Julie Larsen Maher © WCS)
North American river otterThis member of the weasel family is always a favorite at the Prospect Park Zoo. (Credit: Julie Larsen Maher © WCS)
Tufted deerThis tiny species of deer is characterized by its fang-like teeth that protrude from its mouth. (Credit: Julie Larsen Maher © WCS)
Black-necked craneThis Asian species is found on the Tibetan Plateau and migrates to parts of India and China. (Credit: Julie Larsen Maher © WCS)
DingoThe Park Zoo opened its dingo exhibit in Spring 2012 along the zoo’s popular Discovery Trail. (Credit: Julie Larsen Maher © WCS)
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