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id: e2c048947a
section: environment
first_reported: 2026-11-09 16:36 MST
updated: 2026-11-09 16:36 MST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Phoenix Zoo welcomes two dozen naked mole rats

The Phoenix Zoo has welcomed two dozen naked mole rats, its newest animal residents.

Section: [Weather & Environment](/phoenix/section/life.md) · Entities: [Phoenix Zoo](/phoenix/wiki/phoenix-zoo.md)

## Coverage

- [AZFamily (KTVK 3TV / CBS 5 KPHO)](https://www.azfamily.com/2026/11/09/hairless-wonders-phoenix-zoo-welcomes-two-dozen-naked-mole-rats/), 2026-11-09 16:36 MST: Hairless wonders: Phoenix Zoo welcomes two dozen naked mole rats

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