Smithsonian National Zoo in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Komodo Dragons at the National Zoo
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), October 22, 2021
1. Komodo Dragons at the National Zoo Marker
Historic Hatchlings
In 1992, the National Zoo became the first place outside the Komodo dragon's native Indonesia to successfully breed the giant lizard. Since then, four clutches of eggs have hatched at the Zoo, resulting in 55 offspring that now live in more than 30 zoos around the world.
Breakthroughs in Breeding
Research conducted by Zoo staff has helped other zoos breed and care for Komodo dragons. Our scientists refined the temperature and humidity ranges necessary for successful egg incubation. Also, Zoo enclosures mimic the species' natural habitat to encourage breeding and nesting behaviors.
Erected by Smithsonian Institution.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Science & Medicine. A significant historical year for this entry is 1992.
Location. 38° 55.786′ N, 77° 2.827′ W. Marker is in Northwest Washington in Washington, District of Columbia. It is in Smithsonian National Zoo. It can be reached from Olmsted Walk 0.2 miles west of North Road, on the right when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3001 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington DC 20008, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Regionally, this marker is in the Washington Metropolitan Area. It is also in the American Northeast, in the Upper South, in the Mid-Atlantic, in the Tidewater, and in the Chesapeake Bay Region. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Close Call (within shouting distance of this marker); Where Did The Portico Go?
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Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), October 22, 2021
2. Komodo Dragons at the National Zoo Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on January 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on October 22, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 466 times since then and 35 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on October 22, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
