Delightful Dillos

Before coming to Zoo Atlanta, armadillos were not even on my radar. I mean I knew what an armadillo was,...

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July 1, 2026

A useful tool in a Bird Keeper’s arsenal: the dummy egg

If you have been keeping up with Zoo Atlanta’s social media, or have had the pleasure of visiting us recently,...

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June 26, 2026

A beauty who touched our imaginations

When we think of animals who touch our imaginations, here on the Herpetology Team, our Gaboon viper, who passed away...

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June 16, 2026

A Juneteenth reflection on my childhood dreams

I’m Alexis, a member of the Elephant Care Team here in the Mammal Department. My journey with Zoo Atlanta started before...

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June 10, 2026

Saving Seng’s species

In March 2026, Zoo Atlanta welcomed a new friend to Scaly Slimy Spectacular: our Siamese crocodile, Seng. While he may...

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May 20, 2026

Propping for geriatric primates

Hello, my name is Sean, and I’m a member of the Small Primate Care Team. Have you heard of the...

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May 12, 2026

A major milestone for Zuri!

Any parents out there taken their kids to the doctor lately? Maybe for vaccines or blood work? Here in the...

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May 5, 2026

The super cool but seldom seen mole kingsnake

Hello, my name is Claire, and I am part of the Herpetology Team at Zoo Atlanta. I am lucky enough...

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April 29, 2026

A Day in Life of a Keeper

Journal Excerpts Recovered from an Ambassador Animal Keeper at Zoo Atlanta 6:30 a.m. – Death has not taken me in...

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April 24, 2026

Listening in on tiger calls

If you’re ever here at Zoo Atlanta, there might be a chance that you may hear one of the tigers...

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