Continuing education at the Felid TAG Conference

Last month, the Zoo’s Lead Keeper of Carnivores and I had the opportunity to attend this year’s Felid Taxon Advisory...

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August 15, 2023

How do reptiles and amphibians beat the heat?

Good day! Robert from the Herpetology Department here to talk about how we help the reptiles and amphibians at Zoo...

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August 8, 2023

The art of training

As some of you might know, one of our animal experiences here at Zoo Atlanta is the opportunity to watch...

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July 28, 2023

A milestone a minute for Willie B. III

Hello! My name is Sherri, and I am a member of the Gorilla Care Team. I have been here at...

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July 26, 2023

“Swinging” from feathers to scales

Amphibians, reptiles, and birds! Oh my! Earlier this year, Zoo Atlanta created their first Herpetology/Bird Department Swing Keeper role, and...

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July 18, 2023

Flamingo nesting season: A marvel of nature

The Chilean flamingo, scientifically known as Phoenicopterus chilensis, is one of the six flamingo species found worldwide. With its distinctive pink...

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July 5, 2023

Training with Cannoli

Hi, my name is Roxanne and I am an Ambassador Animal Keeper here at Zoo Atlanta. Ever heard the expression...

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June 27, 2023

Learning more about sloths

Hi! I’m Channing, and I’m one of the newest faces on the Small African Primate and Sloth Care Team. Prior...

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June 21, 2023

What should you do if you find a baby bird?

With the end of June nearing and July just around the corner, you may have noticed the native birds being...

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June 13, 2023

Training Tales

Hey there, my name is AJ and I’m one of the members of the Hoofstock Care Team. Our team takes...

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