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Hot off the presses! How does one correct a scientific error that was made more than 150 years ago? That’s what our team recently did, in collaboration with researchers from The Natural History Museum, in London, U.K. In 1858, renowned herpetologist Albert Günther, who was born in Germany but spent his career at The Natural … Continue reading "Mesoamerican Toads"

The last several months have been very exciting for the Golden Lion Tamarin Association in Brazil. I was in Brazil in August working with the project and have some exciting updates to share! Golden lion tamarins are native to a small area outside of Rio de Janeiro state in the Brazilian Atlantic Coastal forest. Only … Continue reading "Golden Lion Tamarin in Brazil"

Elephants for Africa focuses its research on male African elephants in Botswana, home to the largest remaining populations of African elephant. The work done by Dr. Kate Evans and her team provides us with continued information about male African elephant society, population numbers, and the interactions between elephants and local Botswanan farming communities through continued … Continue reading "Elephants for Africa"

Kids can tunnel the naked mole rat way with an interactive play experience designed to mimic their underground lives.

It’s our first Bird Team keeper blog of the year, and we have a really exciting new bird arriving! In late fall, we very sadly lost our elderly male wreathed hornbill Betelgeuse. He was the man, the beast, terror of the skies. Not really, but he was a tough and feisty old guy and a … Continue reading "Keeper Stories – Tuesday, January 10"

This is a night of fun just for teachers to enjoy the Zoo after hours!

Calling all early birds! Join us Saturday, Aug. 26 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., and enjoy exclusive Zoo Atlanta Member access before we open to the public.

Glorify your grounds with an outstanding selection of plants selected by Zoo Atlanta horticulturists at the annual Zoo Plant Sale. 

Joining us for Spring Break? We look forward to seeing you! Before you visit, check out these tips for a convenient experience.

Zoo Atlanta and The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund are working together with ECO-CELL to recycle cell phones, help the environment, and raise money for gorilla conservation.