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Some of the animal kingdom’s “gross” animals and behaviors aren’t so gross after all when we contemplate their roles in survival and maintaining healthy ecosystems. Appreciate the under-appreciated at Grossology Day on Sunday, July 12, 2026. Get the details on yucky diets, the scoop on poop, and much more with a day full of family … Continue reading "Turn “eww” into “wow!” at Grossology Day"

An adult Guatemalan beaded lizard, photographed at the Heloderma Natural Reserve, Guatemala. Fans of Zoo Atlanta will know that the Guatemalan beaded lizard (GBL; Heloderma charlesbogerti) has been a primary focus of ours in terms of conservation, breeding, and research since 2000, when the founders for our successful breeding program were donated to us by … Continue reading "Guatemalan beaded lizards: research discoveries"

In a year of warthog news on Zoo Atlanta’s African Savanna, Zoo Atlanta is pleased to welcome Ua, a 13-month-old female common warthog. Ua (pronounced Oooh-ah) arrived at the Zoo on June 24, 2026, from the Fresno Chaffee Zoo in California. The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan® (SSP) recommended Ua’s move … Continue reading "A new friend for Anakin: Zoo Atlanta welcomes Ua the warthog"

In a year of warthog news on Zoo Atlanta’s African Savanna, Zoo Atlanta is pleased to welcome Ua, a 13-month-old female common warthog. Ua (pronounced Oooh-ah) arrived at the Zoo on June 24, 2026, from the Fresno Chaffee Zoo in California. The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan® (SSP) recommended Ua’s move … Continue reading "A new friend for Anakin: Zoo Atlanta welcomes Ua the warthog"

Choose one or all three memorable musical themes for summer nights to remember The month of July brings three opportunities to enjoy casual, inspirational evenings in the Zoo – just for adults – with the return of Savanna Nights, coming up on Saturdays, July 11, July 18, and July 25, 2026, from 6 p.m. to … Continue reading "Savanna Nights Series Returns for Three Evenings in July"

Choose one or all three memorable musical themes for summer nights to remember The month of July brings three opportunities to enjoy casual, inspirational evenings in the Zoo – just for adults – with the return of Savanna Nights, coming up on Saturdays, July 11, July 18, and July 25, 2026, from 6 p.m. to … Continue reading "Savanna Nights Series Returns for Three Evenings in July"

Red pandas are both coming and going at Zoo Atlanta this summer, with both directions contributing to the long-term success of their species. Zoo Atlanta is excited to welcome Paprika, a 4-year-old female red panda. Paprika arrived at the Zoo on June 15, 2026, from the Lee Richardson Zoo in Garden City, Kansas. Paprika’s move … Continue reading "Red pandas on the move"

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"

I’m Alexis, a member of the Elephant Care Team here in the Mammal Department. My journey with Zoo Atlanta started before I can even remember it. According to my mom, it was my very first outing as a baby. Like so many Atlanta children, I grew up wandering these pathways, marveling at animals from around the … Continue reading "A Juneteenth reflection on my childhood dreams"