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Once on the brink of extinction, they are known as the last truly wild horse species.
Known for their red, orange and yellow scales on their legs and head, they camouflage well in their forest habitat.
Once on the brink of extinction, this wolf subspecies has made a remarkable comeback thanks to zoos and conservationists.
In their rugged, mountainous habitat, snow leopards blend in with their surroundings, earning them the nickname, "ghosts of the mountains."
Male and female crowned lemurs are different colors, and get their name from the crown-like patch of orange fur on their heads.
With such long necks, they have just seven vertebrae, just like humans and most other mammals.
The Zoo’s group of François’ langurs can be found adjacent to Gail's Fragrance Garden near the mandrill habitat.
This Great ape species shares 98.5% of their DNA with humans, and are highly intelligent, using tools in problem-solving.
