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    Smithsonian's National Zoo

    Washington, District of Columbia, United States

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    Listed (link only)AZA accredited

    The Smithsonian Institution's zoological park in Washington, DC, plus the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute. Operates webcams for giant pandas, lions, elephants, naked mole-rats, and more — paired with classroom resources.

    Cameras from Smithsonian's National Zoo

    5 cameras in the catalog.

    Each listing shows its current source, permission, and playback-verification state, with a clear pathway back to support this institution.

    Preview image for Smithsonian Giant Panda Cam
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    Giant Panda · Washington

    Open
    Giant PandaVU

    Smithsonian Giant Panda Cam

    Live from the Asia Trail in Washington, DC.

    Smithsonian's National Zoo · Washington, United States

    Dark

    It is likely nighttime at the source location

    Daylight NowClassroom SafeKeeper Talk
    Preview image for Smithsonian Elephant Cam
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    Asian Elephant · Washington

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    Asian ElephantEN

    Smithsonian Elephant Cam

    The Elephant Trails herd, up close.

    Smithsonian's National Zoo · Washington, United States

    Dark

    It is likely nighttime at the source location

    Daylight NowClassroom SafeKeeper Talk
    Preview image for Smithsonian Lion Cam
    Dark (nighttime)

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    African Lion · Washington

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    African LionVU

    Smithsonian Lion Cam

    A North American glimpse of an iconic African predator.

    Smithsonian's National Zoo · Washington, United States

    Dark

    It is likely nighttime at the source location

    Daylight NowClassroom Safe
    Preview image for Smithsonian Naked Mole-Rat Cam
    Status unknown

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    Naked Mole-Rat · Washington

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    Naked Mole-RatLC

    Smithsonian Naked Mole-Rat Cam

    Yes — a colony of mole-rats. They're fascinating.

    Smithsonian's National Zoo · Washington, United States

    Source status

    Open the source for the latest operator status

    Classroom Safe
    Preview image for Black-footed Ferret Cam
    Status unknown

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    Black-footed Ferret · Washington

    Open
    Black-footed FerretEN
    Verified Source

    Black-footed Ferret Cam

    Smithsonian's National Zoo · Washington, United States

    Status pending

    Last checked 4m ago