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For generations, humans have lived in or ventured into the jungles of Africa to look for treasure. Those with the most careful of eyes find the treasure looking right back at them. In the eyes of the great apes, we find a reflection of ourselves. Both gorillas and chimpanzees are social creatures and demonstrate a … Continue reading "Co[ngo]Existence"

The main product of scientific research is the peer-reviewed publications that announce the results and conclusions of the work. This is why researchers at zoos, museums, universities, research centers, etc. all focus so much on these publications. You’ll note that in many of these Animal Science Blogs, I will highlight a publication that supports the … Continue reading "Research publications: Who reads this stuff?!"

Casual, inspirational evenings in the Zoo are back – just for adults  WHAT: Summer evenings are where the wild things are with the return of Savanna Nights at Zoo Atlanta, coming up on Friday, June 20; Friday, July 18; and Friday, August 8, 2025, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.   NEW for 2025 are new … Continue reading "SAVANNA NIGHTS SUMMER SERIES RETURNS WITH NATURE, MUSIC, AND GOOD VIBES"

Connect with your community and experience the Zoo with reduced admission and special evening activities on June 8  WHAT: Connect with your community and experience Zoo Atlanta at the all-new Neighborhood Block Party presented by Kaiser Permanente on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Zoo Atlanta stays open late with a special … Continue reading "ALL-NEW NEIGHBORHOOD BLOCK PARTY PRESENTED BY KAISER PERMANENTE"

Connect with your community and experience the Zoo with reduced admission and special evening activities on June 8  WHAT: Connect with your community and experience Zoo Atlanta at the all-new Neighborhood Block Party presented by Kaiser Permanente on Sunday, June 8, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Zoo Atlanta stays open late with a … Continue reading "ALL-NEW NEIGHBORHOOD BLOCK PARTY PRESENTED BY KAISER PERMANENTE"

Hey everyone! Taylor from the Carnivore Team here, and if you have stopped by the lion habitat recently, you may have noticed some big changes – and so have Hondo, Hatari, and Azizi! Our three male lions are now back on view and loving every inch of their newly renovated habitat!  In our last Keeper … Continue reading "The lions are still roaring about their new digs!"

While Flint sometimes enjoys coming up to the glass for some quality “face time” with guests, he also spends time napping underwater, tucked behind or between the artificial roots in his habitat.

From March 3–5, 2025, Zoo Atlanta had the privilege of joining 120 Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) advocates in Washington, D.C., for the annual AZA Advocacy Days. With representatives from 61 AZA-accredited institutions and 31 states, the event was not only the largest in AZA Advocacy Days history—it also set a new record with … Continue reading "AZA Advocacy Days 2025: A Recap from Washington, D.C."

Collect the first of eight Animal All-Star Cards at Zoo Atlanta this weekend, featuring the Zoo’s Hondo the African lion  ATLANTA – May 19, 2025 – In honor of the Atlanta Braves hosting the 2025 Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star Game at Truist Park this summer on July 15, Zoo Atlanta is teaming up with the Atlanta … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA TEAMS UP WITH ATLANTA BRAVES ON ANIMAL ALL-STAR TRADING CARDS"

Collect the first of eight Animal All-Star Cards at Zoo Atlanta this weekend, featuring the Zoo’s Hondo the African lion  ATLANTA – May 19, 2025 – In honor of the Atlanta Braves hosting the 2025 Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star Game at Truist Park this summer on July 15, Zoo Atlanta is teaming up with … Continue reading "ZOO ATLANTA TEAMS UP WITH ATLANTA BRAVES ON ANIMAL ALL-STAR TRADING CARDS"