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Hello there! It’s your friendly neighborhood animal care professional here to share some fun chinchilla facts. The big thing that is widely known about chinchillas is that they are very soft. The softness of the fur can be attributed to how thick the coat is; their coats protect them from the wind, temperatures, and other … Continue reading "How to stay chinchillin’"

Projects will be supported by The Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund  ATLANTA – January 13, 2026 – Zoo Atlanta is proud to announce a commitment of support for seven conservation programs protecting wildlife in Borneo, Kenya, Namibia, Nepal, Sumatra, Madagascar, and Cambodia in 2026. Projects for orangutans, lions, rhinos, red pandas, Sumatran tigers, radiated tortoises, and clouded leopards are the 2026 beneficiaries of the Zoo’s Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund.   The Mabel Dorn Reeder … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA ANNOUNCES A COMMITMENT TO SEVEN INTERNATIONAL CONSERVATION EFFORTS IN 2026"

Projects will be supported by The Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund  ATLANTA – January 13, 2026 – Zoo Atlanta is proud to announce a commitment of support for seven conservation programs protecting wildlife in Borneo, Kenya, Namibia, Nepal, Sumatra, Madagascar, and Cambodia in 2026. Projects for orangutans, lions, rhinos, red pandas, Sumatran tigers, radiated tortoises, and clouded leopards are the 2026 beneficiaries of the Zoo’s Mabel Dorn Reeder Conservation Endowment Fund.   The Mabel Dorn Reeder … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA ANNOUNCES A COMMITMENT TO SEVEN INTERNATIONAL CONSERVATION EFFORTS IN 2026"

Let’s be honest. When most people come to the Zoo, it isn’t usually with the intention of seeing birds. Hearing the word “zoo,” most people immediately think of the lions, tigers, and bears … oh my! Before working at Zoo Atlanta, I worked with mammals, reptiles, amphibians, and even briefly worked with fish, so you … Continue reading "Colorful, musical, elegant, and spectacular: Take time to appreciate our birds!"

I love being part of a team that values the guest experience just as much as internal collaboration. It’s incredibly rewarding to see the difference we make—from that very first inquiry to the smiles we help create at the front gates. – Visitor Services Team Member Zoo Atlanta is a place that no matter what team … Continue reading "Team Member Testimonials"

Hello!  Caitlin M. from the Orangutan Care Team here!  In this installment of Keeper Stories, I wanted to chat about my two training primaries and the different training goals that they have.  Here in the Primate Department, each care team member is assigned one to three primary individuals that they work with to train their … Continue reading "Training with the Zoo’s oldest and youngest orangutans"

Give them something they’ll roar about! Give your loved ones the gift of memories, adventure and education with a Zoo Atlanta Gift Membership. Gift Memberships start at just $139. Zoo Atlanta is open year-round and is not only home to hundreds of fascinating animals, but is also full of fun seasonal events and experiences! From … Continue reading "Gift Membership e-Gift Card"

Just in time for the holidays, several new animals are now exploring their habitats at Zoo Atlanta. Look for recent arrivals exploring their new homes, from The Ford African Rain Forest to the contact yard to the African Savanna.   Nafis the Schmidt’s guenon: Nafis, a 10-year-old male Schmidt’s guenon who arrived in November from another Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) organization, recently joined his new family group … Continue reading "THE HOLIDAYS BRING NEW ANIMAL FACES AT ZOO ATLANTA"

Just in time for the holidays, several new animals are now exploring their habitats at Zoo Atlanta. Look for recent arrivals exploring their new homes, from The Ford African Rain Forest to the contact yard to the African Savanna.   Nafis the Schmidt’s guenon: Nafis, a 10-year-old male Schmidt’s guenon who arrived in November from another Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) organization, recently joined his new family group … Continue reading "THE HOLIDAYS BRING NEW ANIMAL FACES AT ZOO ATLANTA"

Hourly Coca-Cola Zoo Year’s Eve Countdown, live entertainment, and more for the entire family  WHAT:  Welcome 2026 with a day packed with fun and excitement for everyone at Zoo Year’s Eve on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Grand Pavilion at Zoo Atlanta.   Coca-Cola Zoo Year’s Eve Countdown: Countdowns will run on the hour at Noon, 1 … Continue reading "RING IN THE NEW YEAR – DURING THE DAY – AT ZOO YEAR’S EVE"