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Accio Crab! Newfound Crab Honors Harry Potter and Professor Snape
By Laura Geggel published
A newfound crab named after "Harry Potter" wizards may not be magical, but its discovery is certainly enchanting.

How to Keep Captive Killer Whales Happy
By Stephanie Pappas published
Amidst controversy over captive orcas, researchers suggest ways to make life better for the killer whales in marine parks.

Colo, World's Oldest Gorilla, Turns 60 (Photos)
By Christine Lunsford published
Born in 1956 at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, Colo, the oldest gorilla in the world, celebrates her 60th birthday on December 22, 2016.

Happy Birthday, Colo! World's Oldest Gorilla Celebrates 60th
By Mindy Weisberger published
The first gorilla born in human care turned 60 years old on Dec. 22 at her home in the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio.

78,000 Origami Elephants Invade the Bronx Zoo
By Tia Ghose published
The world's largest origami elephant collection is going on display at the Bronx Zoo.

In Photos: The World's Largest Display of Origami Elephants
By Tia Ghose published
The Bronx Zoo recently earned a place in the Guinness World Records for the most origami elephants -- 78,654 to be precise.
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