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If you’ve been to the Zoo recently and visited our gorilla habitats, you may have noticed that Habitat 4 has been empty of gorillas.  Instead, you might see members of our amazing Facilities Team along with a random assortment of construction tools and materials. This is because both Habitats 3 and 4 will be getting … Continue reading "Exciting updates in Gorilla Habitat 4"

ATLANTA – July 18, 2024 – Kambera, a 25-year-old western lowland gorilla at Zoo Atlanta, is expecting an infant. The infant will be the second offspring of father Willie B. Jr.   The Veterinary and Animal Care Teams first detected the pregnancy in April. Gorilla gestation is around eight and a half months, with a birth window … Continue reading "KAMBERA THE WESTERN LOWLAND GORILLA IS EXPECTING!"

ATLANTA – July 18, 2024 – Kambera, a 25-year-old western lowland gorilla at Zoo Atlanta, is expecting an infant. The infant will be the second offspring of father Willie B. Jr.   The Veterinary and Animal Care Teams first detected the pregnancy in April. Gorilla gestation is around eight and a half months, with a birth … Continue reading "KAMBERA THE WESTERN LOWLAND GORILLA IS EXPECTING!"

Limited-time shirt fundraiser commemorates the late legend WHAT: Celebrate memories of the legendary late Willie B. with a limited-time Willie B. Forever T-shirt fundraiser for Zoo Atlanta. The exclusive retro design is available in a variety of colors, both solid and tie-dyed, and styles, including T-shirts, tanks, hoodies and more for a minimum donation to … Continue reading "WEAR WILLIE B. FOREVER WITH EXCLUSIVE RETRO T-SHIRT"

Limited-time shirt fundraiser commemorates the late legend WHAT: Celebrate memories of the legendary late Willie B. with a limited-time Willie B. Forever T-shirt fundraiser for Zoo Atlanta. The exclusive retro design is available in a variety of colors, both solid and tie-dyed, and styles, including T-shirts, tanks, hoodies and more for a minimum donation to … Continue reading "WEAR WILLIE B. FOREVER WITH EXCLUSIVE RETRO T-SHIRT"

Hello! My name is Sherri, and I am a member of the Gorilla Care Team. I have been here at Zoo Atlanta just over three months, almost as long as our newest addition, Willie B. III! What a way to start a new job, right?! Although I have been working with gorillas for a couple … Continue reading "A milestone a minute for Willie B. III"

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”"

All-new 360° VR experience takes guests on a live-action adventure ATLANTA – May 25, 2023 – Members and guests at Zoo Atlanta now have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to venture into the jungle of Rwanda and observe gorillas in the wild – without leaving their seats at the Zoo. Zoo Atlanta is excited to announce Gorilla Trek: A 360° … Continue reading "VENTURE INTO THE JUNGLE OF RWANDA WITH GORILLA TREK"

All-new 360° VR experience takes guests on a live-action adventure ATLANTA – May 25, 2023 – Members and guests at Zoo Atlanta now have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to venture into the jungle of Rwanda and observe gorillas in the wild – without leaving their seats at the Zoo. Zoo Atlanta is excited to announce Gorilla Trek: A 360° … Continue reading "VENTURE INTO THE JUNGLE OF RWANDA WITH GORILLA TREK"