1.3K views · 32 reactions | Take a look at the smallest mouse in the world at the zoo called the African Pygmy Mouse! | Prague Zoo | Facebook

Pepper the African spiny mouse had her babies a couple weeks back, and they are still nursing but are also getting into exploration. In fact, they really enjoy playing with their fancy mouse "uncle" Mr. Mouse. Now we just have to find another fancy mouse to pair with the male spiny baby or hope that we can get neuters again soon. I'm betting on the former option. I wish I was in a cozy hole like these guys. We got hit by a sudden bout of chilly weather here in Indiana, and I am displeased 😬 #mi

Franklin Park Zoo just welcomed a female African pygmy goose to Birds World, and listen to how she's settling in at the Swamp habitat! She comes to us on a breeding recommendation. While they have goose in the name, they are not actually geese at all — they are one of the smallest ducks in the world. Meet a few of their neighbors in Birds World ➤ https://zoonewengland.org/franklin-park-zoo/habitats/birds-world/?utm_campaign=20260117&utm_content=stone zoo,awareness day,Duck&utm_medium=social&utm_

3.3K views · 225 reactions | Friday Feather Fact: It seems that the jewel-like plumage of the African Pygmy Goose would make these birds highly visible to predators, and they certainly do stand out in open water. However, their specific colors and patterns actually provide excellent camouflage amongst floating water lilies and reeds, which is their preferred habitat. Visit these tiny ducks in our Wings of the Tropics aviary! | Sylvan Heights Bird Park | Facebook