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Report from the field!

Wickenburg, Arizona, where the temperature is a chilly 114 degrees. Staff from Zoo Atlanta’s Research, Herpetology, and Veterinary Departments are conducting grant-funded fieldwork in the Arizona desert this month. About a year ago, in collaboration with veterinary virologists from the University of Florida, we discovered a highly unusual virus in a population of sidewinder rattlesnakes near … Continue reading "Report from the field!"

My journey to South Africa and Mabula Ground-Hornbill Project

Welcome back for another look into the conservation work that Zoo Atlanta supports around the world.  My name is Emmy Gibson, and I work as the Youth and Family Programs Supervisor in the Education Department at Zoo Atlanta. If you’ve ever spent the night at the Zoo with your family, school, or Scout group, you … Continue reading "My journey to South Africa and Mabula Ground-Hornbill Project"

CITY OF ATLANTA AND FULTON COUNTY FAMILY DAYS PRESENTED BY PNC

WHAT: Zoo Atlanta will host City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days presented by PNC on Saturday and Sunday, August 9 and 10, 2025. On these two dates, residents of the City of Atlanta or Fulton County or employees of the City of Atlanta Government or Fulton County Government will enjoy free admission for two … Continue reading "CITY OF ATLANTA AND FULTON COUNTY FAMILY DAYS PRESENTED BY PNC"

CITY OF ATLANTA AND FULTON COUNTY FAMILY DAYS PRESENTED BY PNC

WHAT: Zoo Atlanta will host City of Atlanta and Fulton County Family Days presented by PNC on Saturday and Sunday, August 9 and 10, 2025. On these two dates, residents of the City of Atlanta or Fulton County or employees of the City of Atlanta Government or Fulton County Government will enjoy free admission for … Continue reading "CITY OF ATLANTA AND FULTON COUNTY FAMILY DAYS PRESENTED BY PNC"

From office surprise to cross-border challenge: The journey of our new Vet Team ambulance

At Zoo Atlanta, every day brings a new adventure—but some take a bit more perseverance and paperwork than others.  It all started when my boss popped into my office and said, “I really need your help with something.” That’s not unusual in my role, but then came the real ask: “I need help getting the … Continue reading "From office surprise to cross-border challenge: The journey of our new Vet Team ambulance"

Petting Zoo

Make new buddies in Outback Station, featuring friendly goats and sheep!

Fantastic Flights

An interactive wildlife presentation featuring soaring free flights and the amazing natural behaviors of raptors, owls, parrots and many more. Brought to you by Georgia Natural Gas.

ZOO ATLANTA IS ONE OF THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF THE WILDLIFE CONFISCATIONS NETWORK

First-of-its-kind pilot program works to combat one of the world’s most pervasive and damaging illegal trades  ATLANTA – July 24, 2025 – Zoo Atlanta is proud to have been accepted as one of the newest members of the Wildlife Confiscations Network.   Operating under the Wildlife Trafficking Alliance, a program of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA IS ONE OF THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF THE WILDLIFE CONFISCATIONS NETWORK"

ZOO ATLANTA IS ONE OF THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF THE WILDLIFE CONFISCATIONS NETWORK

First-of-its-kind pilot program works to combat one of the world’s most pervasive and damaging illegal trades  ATLANTA – July 24, 2025 – Zoo Atlanta is proud to have been accepted as one of the newest members of the Wildlife Confiscations Network.   Operating under the Wildlife Trafficking Alliance, a program of the Association of Zoos and … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA IS ONE OF THE NEWEST MEMBERS OF THE WILDLIFE CONFISCATIONS NETWORK"

EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR SIPPIN’ SAFARI

Signature wine festival returns on September 20   WHAT: Early birds get a discount on tickets to Sippin’ Safari, Zoo Atlanta’s signature wine festival, returning on Saturday, September 20, 2025. Atlanta’s wildest wine cellar comes uncorked with tastings of a wide selection of varietals and blends from leading winemaking regions; live music; exclusive evening wildlife viewing; and … Continue reading "EARLY BIRD TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR SIPPIN’ SAFARI"