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Hi, I’m Elijah, Zoo Atlanta’s newest Bird Keeper. Birds have always been my passion. I always thought working with birds meant I had to become an avian veterinarian, but I didn’t like seeing birds who were sick or injured. So, I looked at other options and learned about bird keeping in the zoological profession. Before … Continue reading "Things I wish I knew before becoming a Bird Keeper"

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

Early birds get a discount on tickets to Zoo Atlanta’s signature wine festival, Sippin’ Safari presented by PNC Bank, happening on Saturday, September 19, 2026.   Atlanta’s wildest wine cellar comes uncorked with tastings of a wide selection of varietals and blends from leading winemaking regions; live music around the Zoo; exclusive evening wildlife viewing; … Continue reading "Early Bird tickets are now available for Sippin’ Safari presented by PNC Bank"

Early birds get a discount on tickets to Zoo Atlanta’s signature wine festival, Sippin’ Safari presented by PNC Bank, happening on Saturday, September 19, 2026.   Atlanta’s wildest wine cellar comes uncorked with tastings of a wide selection of varietals and blends from leading winemaking regions; live music around the Zoo; exclusive evening wildlife viewing; … Continue reading "Early Bird tickets are now available for Sippin’ Safari presented by PNC Bank"

Zoo Atlanta comes alive with a vibrant and inclusive evening celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and allies at Pride Night at the Zoo on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for ages 21 and up. In addition to the inspirations of wildlife from around the world, guests will enjoy a variety of … Continue reading "Pride Night at Zoo Atlanta"

Zoo Atlanta comes alive with a vibrant and inclusive evening celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and allies at Pride Night at the Zoo on Saturday, June 20, 2026, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for ages 21 and up. In addition to the inspirations of wildlife from around the world, guests will enjoy a variety of … Continue reading "Pride Night at Zoo Atlanta"

Learn about the simple everyday actions everyone can take to protect endangered species near and far as Zoo Atlanta observes Endangered Species Day on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Guests will enjoy hands-on activities and stations focused on the many ways our habits at home can help to preserve wildlife and their habitats. Activities will take … Continue reading "Endangered Species Day at Zoo Atlanta"

Learn about the simple everyday actions everyone can take to protect endangered species near and far as Zoo Atlanta observes Endangered Species Day on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Guests will enjoy hands-on activities and stations focused on the many ways our habits at home can help to preserve wildlife and their habitats. Activities will take … Continue reading "Endangered Species Day at Zoo Atlanta"

Sloths are arboreal animals and are slow and deliberate rather than swift and agile. Specialized, enlarged claws enable them to hang upside down below the branches they traverse. Sloths derive their entire diet of leaves and some fruits in the trees, and they do almost everything upside down.

On this day, as we come together to Keep the Five Alive, we pause to recognize not only the five remaining species of rhinoceros on our planet, but also the collective responsibility we share to ensure their survival. For me, this work is deeply personal, rooted in both my professional journey and a longstanding commitment … Continue reading "Keep the Five Alive on Five Five"