Zoos
Andean Bear Exhibit
📍 95 Olmsted Walk, Washington, DC 20008🌐 nationalzoo.si.edu/animals/andean-bear
🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–6 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–6 PM |
Quick Facts
💡 Did You Know?
- Andean bears have a distinctive appearance that visitors describe as resembling 'big hairy beaver porcupines' combined with bear-like features, making them visually unique among zoo exhibits
- The exhibit features keeper feeding demonstrations where staff members hand-feed bears treats like cantaloupe and apples, creating interactive educational moments for visitors
- The exhibit maintains a 4.9 out of 5 star rating based on 13 reviews, indicating exceptionally high visitor satisfaction
💬 What Visitors Say
- Time your visit to coincide with keeper feeding times, particularly when zookeepers feed the bears treats like cantaloupe and apples. This is when the bears are most active and engaging, making for the best photo opportunities and memorable moments.
- The Andean bears are most active and entertaining during feeding demonstrations. Plan to arrive when keeper talks or feeding sessions are scheduled to maximize your viewing experience and educational value.
- Despite their stocky appearance and unique characteristics, Andean bears can be surprisingly small in size. Manage expectations for younger children by explaining that these bears may look different from other bear species and won't be as large as they might imagine.
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