What causes habitat loss?

Did you know habitat loss is the leading cause of extinction in animal species? It is a main issue for...

Zoo News

November 7, 2018

Infant sloth born at Zoo Atlanta

Bonnie, an 18-year-old Hoffmann’s two-toed sloth, gave birth to an infant on November 4, 2018. The newborn, who is the...

Keeper Stories

November 6, 2018

World Lemur Day 2018

Hello! Brittney Lie Tjauw here. I’m a member of the Primate Team, and today I’ll be talking a little bit...

Pandas

November 5, 2018

Panda Updates – Monday, November 5

Introducing new items in the giant pandas’ diets can be quite a challenge. They are creatures of habit, and would...

Pandas

November 2, 2018

Panda Updates – Friday, November 2

Some people (and animals) like warm temperatures. Other people, like myself (and other animals) like cooler weather. With their dense...

Keeper Stories

November 1, 2018

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...

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