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An “aunt.” A dad. A positive reinforcement training virtuoso. A survivor of a real-life conservation crisis.   This past week, we said goodbye to two of the older members of our Monkeys of Makokou complex in The Ford African Rain Forest. They were different species, with different circumstances and seemingly unrelated lives. But a closer look … Continue reading "Two monkey “tails” at Zoo Atlanta: Celebrating Kinshasa and JJ"

Welcome back, conservation enthusiasts! I’m Dr. Kate Leach, Senior Veterinarian at Zoo Atlanta, and I’m thrilled to share the story of my recent fieldwork in Madagascar supporting tortoise health and conservation. If you’ve been following our journey with Zoo Atlanta’s conservation stories, you’ll recall our recent exploration of the Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA) and their … Continue reading "Saving Madagascar’s radiated tortoises"

Hey everyone! It’s McKenzie writing from the Ambassador Animals Team. The last time I wrote a Keeper Stories Blog, I told you guys about some of the ways animal care professionals can go out and get more professional development. Did you know there are ways for us to get professional development at Zoo Atlanta as … Continue reading "We’re always growing!"

Zoo Atlanta is excited to welcome a new addition to the African Savanna. Titan, a 16-year-old adult male African elephant, arrived in Atlanta on January 29, 2025, from Sedgwick County Zoo in Wichita, Kansas. Titan, who weighs around 8,200 pounds, was born in Eswatini, and along with several other elephants, was part of a multi-organizational … Continue reading "Zoo Atlanta Welcomes Titan the Elephant"

Zoo Atlanta is excited to welcome a new addition to the African Savanna. Titan, a 16-year-old adult male African elephant, arrived in Atlanta on January 29, 2025, from Sedgwick County Zoo in Wichita, Kansas. Titan, who weighs around 8,200 pounds, was born in Eswatini, and along with several other elephants, was part of a multi-organizational … Continue reading "Zoo Atlanta Welcomes Titan the Elephant"

You may remember from a few months back, during the springtime, that the Bird Team here at Zoo Atlanta was experiencing what we called a baby bird boom. It was a very exciting time for us, but this boom was nothing too unusual, as springtime is when most birds tend to breed. Now spring has … Continue reading "Egg season for winter-breeding birds"

Join us at Zoo Atlanta this summer for an exploration of all things WILD!

To say we’re proud of our research programs here at Zoo Atlanta is an understatement. Research is an integral part of our mission, and helps us better understand and provide stewardship for the animals in our care, as well as valuable insights that enable us to protect their counterparts in the wild. We’re lucky to … Continue reading "Year in review: 2024 research at Zoo Atlanta"

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IllumiNights: A Lantern Festival Experience the magic of Atlanta holiday lights!  Atlanta’s cherished holiday tradition is back, showcasing vistas of brilliantly illuminated wildlife and captivating sights that celebrate the wonders of nature. This year, we’re introducing new lanterns and experiences, transforming the Zoo into a nighttime wonderland. The lanterns are the wildlife at IllumiNights! Most of the real animals go indoors before dark. To enjoy our living wildlife, visit us during the day for a different experience.