Pennsylvania Capitol Zoo Day brings penguins, sloths and tortoises to Harrisburg

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  • Pennsylvania Capitol Zoo Day brings penguins, sloths and tortoises to Harrisburg
Updated: 1:48 PM EDT Jun 9, 2026
 
 
HARRISBURG, Pa. —Visitors got an up-close look at some amazing animal ambassadors during Zoo Day at the Pennsylvania State Capitol on Tuesday.

A penguin, sloth, tortoise, snake and other animals were on display, bringing wildlife education to life in the heart of Harrisburg.

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