Animal Archive - Page 3 of 11 - San Francisco Zoo & Gardens

This large, semi-aquatic reptile has a long, flat tail that acts as a powerful swimming paddle.

California tiger salamander

As North America’s largest land-dwelling salamander, their stripes give them their name.

Long thought to be extinct, the species was discovered in 1971 during an expedition in Paraguay.

One of 6 flamingo species, they are actually a lighter, softer shade of pink compared to other species.

This Great ape species shares 98.5% of their DNA with humans, and are highly intelligent, using tools in problem-solving.

As the second largest lizard that is native to the U.S., and as rock dwellers, are found in arid deserts in the southwest and northwestern Mexico.

Known as the “dancing lemurs” of Madagascar, these super leapers hop sideways on top feet when on the ground.

Known for weaving massive, teardrop-shaped basket nests in their native tropical forests.

Male and female crowned lemurs are different colors, and get their name from the crown-like patch of orange fur on their heads.