ichthyologist: “ Indo-Pacific Sailfish (Istiophorus platypterus) It is believed that the sailfish’s dorsal fins are used in temperature regulation. Their ‘sails’ have a large network of blood vessels, and are often raised at or near surface waters...
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ichthyologist: “ Indo-Pacific Sailfish (Istiophorus platypterus) It is believed that the sailfish’s dorsal fins are used in temperature regulation. Their ‘sails’ have a large network of blood vessels, and are often raised at or near surface waters...
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Indo-Pacific Sailfish (Istiophorus platypterus)

It is believed that the sailfish’s dorsal fins are used in temperature regulation. Their ‘sails’ have a large network of blood vessels, and are often raised at or near surface waters before or after high speed bursts. Sailfish have been known to travel up to speeds of 109 km/h (68mph). 

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zooborns: “ Nashville Zoo’s Giant Anteater Collection Continues To Grow “ Nashville Zoo is happy to announce the birth of a male Giant Anteater on July 17. For the Zoo, the newest addition is the fourth pup born in the past 10 months. Both mother and...
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zooborns: “ Nashville Zoo’s Giant Anteater Collection Continues To Grow “ Nashville Zoo is happy to announce the birth of a male Giant Anteater on July 17. For the Zoo, the newest addition is the fourth pup born in the past 10 months. Both mother and...
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zooborns: “ Nashville Zoo’s Giant Anteater Collection Continues To Grow “ Nashville Zoo is happy to announce the birth of a male Giant Anteater on July 17. For the Zoo, the newest addition is the fourth pup born in the past 10 months. Both mother and...
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Nashville Zoo’s Giant Anteater Collection Continues To Grow

Nashville Zoo is happy to announce the birth of a male Giant Anteater on July 17. For the Zoo, the newest addition is the fourth pup born in the past 10 months. Both mother and baby are doing well and living together in the off-exhibit Giant Anteater barn.

Learn more on ZooBorns. Photo credit: Aimee Stubbs Photography