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Did you know that the red panda was actually discovered 42 years before the giant panda? They are considered the “true” panda or “original” panda and are the only member of their taxonomic family, Ailuridae. They are native to India, Bhutan, Nepal, and China, and reside in the eastern Himalayas at elevations of 5,000-13,000 feet! … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Friday, April 9"

A commitment to conservation is now more vital and timely than ever, given a recent change in the status of wild African elephants. In late March, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) announced that African savanna elephants, the species housed at Zoo Atlanta, are now classified as Endangered. Their relatives, the African forest … Continue reading "Elephant conservation is more vital than ever"

A commitment to conservation is now more vital and timely than ever, given a recent change in the status of wild African elephants. In late March, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) announced that African savanna elephants, the species housed at Zoo Atlanta, are now classified as Endangered. Their relatives, the African forest … Continue reading "Elephant conservation is more vital than ever"

Hey everyone! Allie here with the Carnivore Team, and today I’ll be talking to you about this year’s conservation theme at Zoo Atlanta: Wildlife Trade.  Specifically, the focus this month is on big cats.  I know you are roaring with excitement, so let’s pounce on these facts! Let’s start off with the defining characteristics of … Continue reading "Pounce on the facts: big cats and the wildlife trade"

We are approaching the most wonderful time of the year here in PandaLand… bamboo shoot season! Every spring, bamboo stands produce what are called shoots. These are the fresh, new sprouts of the plant that emerge from the ground before they harden into the big, tough culms we typically think of when we think of … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Wednesday, April 7"

Have you ever thought to yourself, “I wish I could support Zoo Atlanta in a more tangible way?” Maybe you’ve even wanted to do so while wearing a red, blue, or green Zoo Atlanta uniform T-shirt? Then do we have good news for you! Zoo Atlanta offers volunteer opportunities for kids, teens, and adults, as … Continue reading "Volunteering at Zoo Atlanta – get involved!"

This past month, as we marked the one-year anniversary of the United States shutting down due to COVID-19, many people have been reflecting on where we were at the start of the pandemic. It was a fraught time in many ways, and people sought distraction. What they found was the Netflix series Tiger King.    … Continue reading "Big cats and wildlife trade"

This past month, as we marked the one-year anniversary of the United States shutting down due to COVID-19, many people have been reflecting on where we were at the start of the pandemic. It was a fraught time in many ways, and people sought distraction. What they found was the Netflix series Tiger King.    … Continue reading "Big cats and wildlife trade"

Zoo Atlanta recently welcomed back one of our gorilla legends, Machi. We have received such great support from the community on this collaboration between Zoo Knoxville and Zoo Atlanta to provide Machi the best quality of care that she deserves. On behalf of the Primate Team, thank you for that support! When Machi arrived, our … Continue reading "Update on Machi the gorilla!"

On March 25, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) announced that due to continuing population declines over several decades, the African savanna elephant is now listed as Endangered, and the African forest elephant is Critically Endangered. In addition to upgraded extinction risks, this is also the first time these species have been listed … Continue reading "Elephant-sized conservation news"