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Hey everyone! My name is Caleb, and I am with the Elephant Care Team at Zoo Atlanta. Whether it’s from old television shows, movies, books, or other forms of entertainment, I have heard many misconceptions regarding elephants over the years. Today, I’m going to dive into a few of these well-known elephant “facts” that are … Continue reading "Busting elephant myths"

If you’ve spent a lot of time watching the Panda Cam or hanging out in front of the giant panda habitats at the Zoo, you’ve probably noticed a pattern. The pandas are in an area full of bamboo, they eat, they sleep, they walk around for a bit, team members bring the panda inside so they can … Continue reading "Panda Updates- Wednesday, June 8"

A tiny new member of one of the rarest species in the United States represents the first time one of its kind has hatched at Zoo Atlanta in 30 years. A critically endangered bog turtle hatched on May 21, 2022. The species, not hatched at the Zoo since 1992, is found only in the eastern … Continue reading "CRITICALLY ENDANGERED BOG TURTLE HATCHES AT ZOO ATLANTA"

A tiny new member of one of the rarest species in the United States represents the first time one of its kind has hatched at Zoo Atlanta in 30 years. A critically endangered bog turtle hatched on May 21, 2022. The species, not hatched at the Zoo since 1992, is found only in the eastern … Continue reading "CRITICALLY ENDANGERED BOG TURTLE HATCHES AT ZOO ATLANTA"

Highlighting the Victoria crowned pigeon Hello everyone! This is Josh from the Bird Department. I want to take a minute today to highlight one species of bird that I have the opportunity to care for every day, the Victoria crowned pigeon! It is one of seven species currently housed in our Grigsby Aviary and is … Continue reading "Highlighting the Victoria crowned pigeon"

Although giant pandas are recognized by their black-and-white coloration, did you know that there is actually a subspecies of giant panda called the Qinling panda that is brown and white? These bears live in the Shaanxi mountain region, which serves as a border between northern and southern China. They were officially recognized as a subspecies in 2005. Trish J. Keeper II, … Continue reading "Panda Updates- Monday, June 6"

Animals and the wonders of the natural world have inspired artists to create for millennia. In June, Members and guests of Zoo Atlanta will be immersed in inspiration in a monthlong celebration of art with the return of Art Gone Wild, featuring events for buyers, crafters, window shoppers, fine artists, and budding artists. “The splendor, … Continue reading "A month of art with Art Gone Wild"

As panda care specialists, we are frequently asked about the relationship between the twins and how long they will remain together. The answer is as it always has been: We are listening to and observing the animals and letting them tell us if they are still comfortable living together or not. They are of an age … Continue reading "Panda Updates- Friday, June 3"

I often hear from guests, friends, and family that being an animal care professional must be the best job ever, and it is! We spend our days with a variety of furry, feathered, scaly, or even slimy friends. But what many people may not realize is how many different “hats” a keeper will wear to … Continue reading "The many hats of an animal care professional"

Every day, animal care professionals are responsible for the welfare of the animals. But what does that mean? Welfare has many aspects, from activities and interactions like enrichment and training, to providing the opportunity to make choices and have an aspect of control over life. What makes you happy? I like to sit and read … Continue reading "Beyond basic care: What do animals want?"