August 5, 2020

Combating the illegal wildlife trade

The illegal wildlife trade: What’s the issue? The illegal wildlife trade is one of the biggest threats to conservation. This...

Zoo News

August 5, 2020

TWO WILD ENCOUNTER PROGRAMS RETURN

Two of Zoo Atlanta’s popular behind-the-scenes programs have returned. Wild Encounters with African elephants and Aldabra tortoises are now available....

Keeper Stories

August 4, 2020

Who are you calling a dummy?

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

Pandas

August 3, 2020

Panda updates – Monday, August 3

Here you’ll see Ya Lun sitting in a special training space. This structure is very helpful because it is mobile,...

Keeper Stories

July 30, 2020

Gearing up for World Elephant Day

It’s almost August! So that means the Elephant Care Team is gearing up for World Elephant Day, which is on...

Pandas

July 29, 2020

Panda Updates – Wednesday, July 29

The pandas were able to try a new scent recently: smoked paprika. As it turns out, they love it! The...

Keeper Stories

July 28, 2020

Caring for a diabetic tamarin

As many guests enjoy the golden lion tamarins within the Zoo, most might not know about the three golden lion...

Zoo News

July 28, 2020

Zoo Atlanta welcomes new binturong

Zoo Atlanta welcomes Bramble, a 1-year-old female binturong, to the Complex Carnivores zone. A recent arrival from the Roger Williams...

Pandas

July 27, 2020

Panda Updates – Monday, July 27

Hello Panda Fans! I know I recently shared an update about Yang and how playful he’s been, but I figured...

Zoo News

July 24, 2020

GORILLA AT THE ZOO ENJOYS FIRST BIRTHDAY

Floyd the western lowland gorilla turned 1 on July 24, 2020. The Gorilla Care Team at Zoo Atlanta celebrated early...

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