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Kate joined the veterinary team at Zoo Atlanta in 2012. Prior to this she practiced veterinary medicine in Connecticut, working with exotic and domestic species, including native wildlife. During veterinary school Kate completed several preceptorships at zoos internationally in Australia, New Zealand, and the US, one of which was at Zoo Atlanta! Kate received her Bachelor of Science from Duke University, having majored in in Biological Anthropology and Anatomy, as well as Biology. She then received her veterinary degree from Massey University in New Zealand, where she graduated with distinction. 

A grandchild of the legendary late Willie B., Anaka was the 22nd gorilla born in The Ford African Rain Forest. She has a unique pink and white pigmentation in her fingers and a very unique personality, often barking at her mom and others to get a prime spot for food and juice. She is often … Continue reading "Anaka"

Kookaburras are the largest members of the kingfisher family. Made famous by the Australian folk song “Kookaburra” by Marion Sinclair, kookaburras perch in trees and vocalize loudly. The birds’ loud, raucous call has been used in hundreds of “jungle” movies set in Asia, Africa and the Americans, although the birds are found only in Australia.

Atlanta’s favorite fun family Halloween festival returns on two magical weekends this month   WHAT: Atlanta’s spooky season scene is never complete without the city’s favorite fun family Halloween festival. Boo at the Zoo presented by Georgia Natural Gas returns on Saturdays and Sundays, October 18, 19, 25 and 26, 2025. Activities will take place from 9 … Continue reading "BOO AT THE ZOO PRESENTED BY GEORGIA NATURAL GAS"

Ahead of World Gorilla Day on September 24, two organizations celebrate an impressive 30 years of partnership in protecting wild gorillas and informing the world’s body of knowledge about these great apes. The international headquarters of the Fossey Fund have been located on Zoo Atlanta grounds since 1995. Over the past three decades, Zoo Atlanta … Continue reading "Zoo Atlanta and The Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund Celebrate 30 Years of Partnership"

The wonders of life on Earth come aglow with the return of IllumiNights at the Zoo, lighting up the holiday season this November. Tickets are now on sale for the signature lantern festival, which opens to the public on November 21, 2025, and continues through January 18, 2026. IllumiNights is made possible with support from … Continue reading "Tickets are now on sale for IllumiNights at the Zoo"

The wonders of life on Earth come aglow with the return of IllumiNights at the Zoo, lighting up the holiday season this November. Tickets are now on sale for the signature lantern festival, which opens to the public on November 21, 2025, and continues through January 18, 2026. IllumiNights is made possible with support from … Continue reading "Tickets are now on sale for IllumiNights at the Zoo"

Atlanta’s wildest wine cellar comes uncorked at Sippin’ Safari on Saturday, September 20, 2025, and tickets are going fast for Zoo Atlanta’s signature wine festival. Guests will enjoy tastings of a wide selection of varietals and blends from leading winemaking regions; live music; exclusive evening wildlife viewing; and more. The Grand Pavilion main stage will … Continue reading "Time is running out to make plans to attend Sippin’ Safari!"

Beloved Zoo experience has been reimagined with new sights, facts about animal superpowers, and more   ATLANTA – August 28, 2025 – Just in time for Labor Day Weekend, Zoo Atlanta Members and guests can now hit the tracks on the all-new Safari Express aboard the Norfolk Southern Zoo Train at Zoo Atlanta.   The beloved train experience has … Continue reading "Ride the all-new Safari Express aboard the Norfolk Southern Zoo Train"

Presented by Kaiser Permanente. An all-new ropes course experience for our youngest adventurers.