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March 30, 2026

How does research aid in conservation?

The field of conservation comprises a wide breadth of actions, not to mention policies, laws, customs, traditions, etc. It’s easy to envision the conservation events...
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March 30, 2026

ZOO ATLANTA WILL PROVIDE SAFARI CAMP SCHOLARSHIPS FOR MORE THAN 50 children this summer

For the 10th year in a row, Zoo Atlanta is pleased to extend community access to its signature educational camp experience...
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March 26, 2026

Everybody loves Obi!

Hi everyone! My name is Caroline, and I’m one of the many animal care professionals here at Zoo Atlanta. Today I’d love to share the...
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March 26, 2026

ZOO ATLANTA WELCOMES SENG THE SIAMESE CROCODILE

New arrival represents one of Earth’s most endangered crocodile species  ATLANTA – March 27, 2026 – The newest arrival at Zoo Atlanta is a toothy crocodilian whose conservation...
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March 24, 2026

ZOO ATLANTA RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS ACCREDITATION FROM THE ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS

The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) has announced that Zoo Atlanta was granted accreditation by AZA’s independent Accreditation Commission....
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March 19, 2026

ZOO ATLANTA WELCOMES BEN & JERRY’S

Add a world-famous scoop to the Zoo experience this spring   ATLANTA – March 19, 2026 – Just in time for spring, Zoo Atlanta is excited...
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March 18, 2026

My journey to Ewaso Lions

A few years ago, I purchased an animal tracking bracelet from a company called Fahlo  which partners with conservation organizations specific to the species featured on each bracelet. At...
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March 17, 2026

The BEST biology example

Hi y’all! It’s Caleb with the Elephant Care Team! My wife recently became a 7th grade science teacher, teaching life...
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March 10, 2026

ZOO ATLANTA CELEBRATES LEARNING, SCIENCE, AND MORE ON MARCH 14

Educator Appreciation Day offers free admission for educators; Biomechanics Day invites people of all ages to explore the amazing world of bioinspired design   WHAT: ...
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March 4, 2026

Exciting updates for Eleanor and Hamlet!

Some very cool renovations are in the works for our warthog habitat here at Zoo Atlanta! These new features will give us...
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