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Zoo Bear Twirls Stick Video April 8, 2008—Claude, an Asiatic black bear living in a Japanese zoo, has attracted attention for twirling sticks. The habit could be an act of boredom or play, experts say.Welcome to the National Geographic video player.Video Sections

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- "Unicorn" Roams Italy Park - A deer nicknamed "Unicorn" that has a single antler in the center of its head is drawing attention to a Tuscan nature reserve.
- Baby Pandas Moved to New Home - March 31, 2008—12 young pandas were transported to their new home at the China Panda Protection and Research Center in Wolong, China. They joined a group of older pandas at the center.
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- Cat Nurses Red Panda - July 11, 2008—A tabby cat that recently gave birth has "adopted" a red panda cub into her litter. The panda, born at Amsterdam's Artis Zoo, was rejected by its mother.
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- Rock Stars - Yellow-footed rock wallabies live in the harsh Australian outback, where getting a drink of water can be an adventure.
- Saving Koala Habitat - As trees have been cleared to make room for houses, koalas have lost their habitat. The Australian Koala Foundation is working to save the remaining habitat.
- Secret Polar Bear Cub Revealed - February 29, 2008—A three-month-old polar bear named Wilbaer is being raised by its mother in Stuttgart, Germany, the city's zoo has revealed after keeping the birth under wraps.
- Tall Tail - Spider monkeys move through the trees on "all fives"—they use their tails like an extra arm! Get a grip in this video.
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- Trapeze Artists - "Want to go brachiating (BRAKE-ee-ate-ing)?" Watch these gibbons demonstrate what this word means.
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- Wild Bill - It's got a beak and webbed feet, and it lays eggs. Must be a bird, right? Think again!
- Wild Elephants - All babies like to play. Watch these silly little elephants find ways to have fun!
- Zoo Bear Twirls Stick - April 8, 2008—Claude, an Asiatic black bear living in a Japanese zoo, has attracted attention for twirling sticks. The habit could be an act of boredom or play, experts say.
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