Where have all the turtles gone?

It’s that time of year again! The time of year that some of the outdoor habitats for turtles and tortoises...

Zoo News

November 1, 2018

Zoo Atlanta is certified sensory inclusive

The Zoo is only the third Atlanta visitor destination to offer certified resources for guests with sensory needs. Zoo Atlanta...

Zoo News

October 31, 2018

A sneak-peek at Savanna Hall

Take an exciting first look with us! New computer-generated concepts of Savanna Hall, under construction now with the ongoing revitalization...

Animal Science

October 31, 2018

The source of the amphibian chytrid fungi

As some of you may know, I have spent much of my career focusing on the devastating emerging infectious disease...

Keeper Stories

October 30, 2018

Winterizing for birds

It’s hard to believe that October is almost over! Fall is here, and not only are the leaves starting to...

Pandas

October 29, 2018

Panda Updates – Monday, October 29

As the cubs have grown, it has been fun to watch their personalities develop, as well as some of the...

Pandas

October 26, 2018

Panda Updates – Friday, October 26

Remember when Ya Lun and Xi Lun were just beginning to eat bamboo? It’s hard to believe that was only...

Keeper Stories

October 25, 2018

Halloween creatures aren’t so scary

I’m sure if you’ve done your Halloween shopping and decorating, like I have, you have noticed there is a theme...

Keeper Stories

October 24, 2018

How do elephants stay warm in winter?

As the weather cools and the leaves begin to fall, the elephant care team is often asked how the elephants...

Conservation

October 24, 2018

An app saving animals from extinction

Have you heard of palm oil? If you’ve ever read the list of ingredients on the food you eat, you’ve...

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