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Just in time for World Wildlife Day, Zoo Atlanta announces that projects for Angolan colobus monkeys, western lowland gorillas, and African vultures are the beneficiaries of the 2022 program year of Quarters for Conservation, an initiative that directs 25 cents of every general admission ticket to conservation programs for wildlife. “It’s very important to us … Continue reading "2022 Quarters for Conservation programs"

Did you know that we can tell a lot about an animal based on its poop? We can decipher different aspects of their diets and overall health, among other things, sometimes just at a glance! Here at the Zoo, we offer each of the giant pandas up to about 80 pounds of bamboo every day. All of … Continue reading "Panda Updates- Wednesday, March 2"

Want to help save wildlife and wild places? By visiting Zoo Atlanta, you already have! Did you know that 25 cents of every Zoo Atlanta general admission ticket benefits field conservation programs? 

Spring is in the air, and you know what that means! The birds at Zoo Atlanta are gearing up for their breeding season! Birds have many ways to show each other that they are suitable partners. Hooded vultures chase each other, milky eagle owls call to one another, peafowl males show off their beautiful plumage … Continue reading "Gearing up for bird breeding season"

The new Harris hawk at Zoo Atlanta has been named Hawkmoth, thanks to an original story of a secret superhero who aids a princess in a moment of need. “The Princess and the Hawk” was the winning story selected from more than 90 entries from children ages 13 and under in Zoo Atlanta’s Name the … Continue reading "Announcing the name of our new Harris hawk!"

The new Harris hawk at Zoo Atlanta has been named Hawkmoth, thanks to an original story of a secret superhero who aids a princess in a moment of need. “The Princess and the Hawk” was the winning story selected from more than 90 entries from children ages 13 and under in Zoo Atlanta’s Name the … Continue reading "Announcing the name of our new Harris hawk!"

Our Ambassador Animals Team is still getting to know this new bird and his personality.

Although we are still technically in winter here in Atlanta, as usual, the weather just can’t make up its mind and we are having some very warm, sunny days lately. Usually during this time of year, most reptiles and amphibians are tucked away waiting for spring to sprung. However, some of our scaly and slimy … Continue reading "Reptile and amphibian signs of spring"

Job-seekers who are energetic, friendly, reliable, and have a passion for animals and youth are invited to apply for interviews at an upcoming Virtual Job Fair for Summer Safari Day Camp Educators on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Participants must pre-apply online in advance to receive an interview. The Summer Safari Camp Educator position will be … Continue reading "Virtual Job Fair for Safari Camp Educators"

Job-seekers who are energetic, friendly, reliable, and have a passion for animals and youth are invited to apply for interviews at an upcoming Virtual Job Fair for Summer Safari Day Camp Educators on Saturday, March 5, 2022. Participants must pre-apply online in advance to receive an interview. The Summer Safari Camp Educator position will be … Continue reading "Virtual Job Fair for Safari Camp Educators"