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ATLANTA – June 19, 2023 – Cocoa, a 30-year-old Hoffmann’s two-toed sloth at Zoo Atlanta, became a dad again on Father’s Day with the birth of an infant to female Nutella on June 18, 2023. The infant is the first for 6-year-old Nutella. The gestation period for sloths is unusually long for the animal kingdom at … Continue reading "FATHER’S DAY SURPRISE! SLOTH BORN AT ZOO ATLANTA"

ATLANTA – June 19, 2023 – Cocoa, a 30-year-old Hoffmann’s two-toed sloth at Zoo Atlanta, became a dad again on Father’s Day with the birth of an infant to female Nutella on June 18, 2023. The infant is the first for 6-year-old Nutella. The gestation period for sloths is unusually long for the animal kingdom … Continue reading "FATHER’S DAY SURPRISE! SLOTH BORN AT ZOO ATLANTA"

WHAT: Stroll and shop for unique handcrafted goods from independent local makers at the Art Gone Wild Artist Market on Saturday, June 17, 2023.   Located inside Zoo Atlanta, the single-day outdoor marketplace will feature a curated variety of jewelry, ceramics, accessories, body products, apparel, wall art, gifts and more from more than 20 vendors from Atlanta’s … Continue reading "SHOP LOCALLY MADE GOODS AT THE ART GONE WILD MARKET"

WHAT: Stroll and shop for unique handcrafted goods from independent local makers at the Art Gone Wild Artist Market on Saturday, June 17, 2023.   Located inside Zoo Atlanta, the single-day outdoor marketplace will feature a curated variety of jewelry, ceramics, accessories, body products, apparel, wall art, gifts and more from more than 20 vendors from … Continue reading "SHOP LOCALLY MADE GOODS AT THE ART GONE WILD MARKET"

Hey there, my name is AJ and I’m one of the members of the Hoofstock Care Team. Our team takes care of the giraffes, ostriches, bontebok, warthogs, and rhinos here at Zoo Atlanta, and today I wanted to talk to you all about one of the most important aspects of excellent animal care – positive … Continue reading "Training Tales"

pecial Gorilla Keeper Talks, interactive educational activities, and a chance to spot Willie B. III on June 18 ATLANTA – June 8, 2023 – In celebration of the legacy of the best-known member of its animal population, Zoo Atlanta will celebrate “Willie B. Day” on Father’s Day on Sunday, June 18, 2023. Guests will enjoy special … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA WILL CELEBRATE “WILLIE B. DAY”"

Special Gorilla Keeper Talks, interactive educational activities, and a chance to spot Willie B. III on June 18 ATLANTA – June 8, 2023 – In celebration of the legacy of the best-known member of its animal population, Zoo Atlanta will celebrate “Willie B. Day” on Father’s Day on Sunday, June 18, 2023. EVENT DETAILS Guests … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA WILL CELEBRATE “WILLIE B. DAY”"

What happens when you visit the Zoo? Maybe you get to see a type of animal you’ve never encountered before, or you might learn something new about a species you’ve seen many times. But did you know that you’re also making positive change for wildlife? That’s right! Each time you visit Zoo Atlanta, a portion … Continue reading "Making Change for Wildlife"

Last time you heard from Ambassador Animals, it was all about Hawkmoth the Harris hawk’s training and how he recently made his first appearance on the glove in one of our animal presentations. This week, we may see him make his first free flights! The care of all animals at Zoo Atlanta is based on … Continue reading "Step by step with Rose the red-tailed hawk"

Wild Explorer: A 360° Ride Film is a virtual reality experience presented in partnership with Immotion. Housed with a message of sustainability inside a giant repurposed shipping container, Wild Explorer is a VR Theater featuring 12 cinema motion seats on a motion platform.