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A tiny new member of one of the rarest species in the United States represents the first time one of its kind has hatched at Zoo Atlanta in 30 years. A critically endangered bog turtle hatched on May 21, 2022. The species, not hatched at the Zoo since 1992, is found only in the eastern … Continue reading "CRITICALLY ENDANGERED BOG TURTLE HATCHES AT ZOO ATLANTA"

A tiny new member of one of the rarest species in the United States represents the first time one of its kind has hatched at Zoo Atlanta in 30 years. A critically endangered bog turtle hatched on May 21, 2022. The species, not hatched at the Zoo since 1992, is found only in the eastern … Continue reading "CRITICALLY ENDANGERED BOG TURTLE HATCHES AT ZOO ATLANTA"

Animals and the wonders of the natural world have inspired artists to create for millennia. In June, Members and guests of Zoo Atlanta will be immersed in inspiration in a monthlong celebration of art with the return of Art Gone Wild, featuring events for buyers, crafters, window shoppers, fine artists, and budding artists. “The splendor, … Continue reading "A month of art with Art Gone Wild"

Every day, animal care professionals are responsible for the welfare of the animals. But what does that mean? Welfare has many aspects, from activities and interactions like enrichment and training, to providing the opportunity to make choices and have an aspect of control over life. What makes you happy? I like to sit and read … Continue reading "Beyond basic care: What do animals want?"

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Here we are in late spring / early summer! With the changing of seasons comes the changing of your skin’s needs. While a heavy-duty moisturizer is key for winter, a lightweight sunscreen is the star of summer skincare. However, regardless of the season, it’s important to ask yourself three key questions before choosing something from … Continue reading "A One Health Approach to Skincare"

An all-new ropes course experience for Zoo Atlanta’s youngest explorers ATLANTA – May 27, 2022 – Memorial Day Weekend brings the debut of a new experience for Zoo Atlanta’s littlest guests. The all-new Treetop Tykes Trail presented by Kaiser Permanente offers children under 48 inches tall a ropes course adventure. With the assistance of a … Continue reading "Introducing Treetop Tykes Trail presented by Kaiser Permanente"

An all-new ropes course experience for Zoo Atlanta’s youngest explorers Memorial Day Weekend brings the debut of a new experience for Zoo Atlanta’s littlest guests. The all-new Treetop Tykes Trail presented by Kaiser Permanente offers children under 48 inches tall a ropes course adventure. With the assistance of a parent or guardian, children will zip, … Continue reading "Introducing Treetop Tykes Trail presented by Kaiser Permanente"

Lauren Wilson here, one last time to finish discussing the Bird Department’s breeding season. What happens after birds build nests and lay eggs? Chicks, of course! In this, arguably the cutest, blog, we will discuss everything chick-related, from hatching, hand-rearing versus parent-rearing, and what we do to set up the parents and the chicks for … Continue reading "Bird Breeding Season: Chicks"

Hey everyone! Today I thought I’d share an update with you about how the warthogs are doing. Did you know a group of warthogs is called a sounder? And can you believe how big the piglets are now?! Now, they’re basically real-sized warthogs! Currently, all three girls weigh in around 100 pounds each. Female warthogs usually average around 165 pounds, with … Continue reading "Catching up with our warthog sounder"