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Join Elephant Program Manager Nate for a sneak-peek at the Zambezi Elephant Center and new African Savanna elephant habitat, opening in summer 2019. Nate gives us a tour of the many special features of the new elephant complex, including design elements implemented especially for the enrichment and well-being of Earth’s largest land mammals. The new … Continue reading "Sneak peek at the Zambezi Elephant Center"

When I was very young, I used to think that when birds molted their feathers it meant they dropped every feather at once and were running about looking like a plucked chicken. Thankfully, I quickly figured out that this was not the case. Feather molting in birds is a complicated process that can vary between … Continue reading "What does it mean when birds molt?"

Just in time for Endangered Species Day, Zoo Atlanta celebrates the birth of a rare new arrival. An infant crowned lemur was born May 4, 2019, to parents Sava and Xonsu. Female Sava, 5, and male Xonsu, 6, were recommended to pair by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) Species Survival Plan® (SSP). They … Continue reading "Endangered crowned lemur born"

Two events highlight awareness and action this week. WHAT: The week of May 10 brings two important animal awareness opportunities at Zoo Atlanta: one bringing attention to a threatened bear species, and the other an annual event observed nationwide on the third Friday in May. Sun Bear Day presented by Teddy Grahams Zoo Atlanta spotlights … Continue reading "Sun Bear Day and Endangered Species Day"

Explore science, technology, engineering and math in the Zoo during a statewide celebration on May 3. WHAT: Zoo Atlanta joins fellow educators, schools, students and educational organizations statewide in celebrating Georgia’s seventh-annual STEM Day on Friday, May 3, 2019. The collaborative celebration, produced by TAG-Ed, engages STEM-based organizations and schools across the state to highlight … Continue reading "STEM Day at Zoo Atlanta"

Animal enrichment is egg-sighting on Saturday, April 20. WHAT: Enrichment is a year-round aspect of animal care at Zoo Atlanta, but on Saturday, April 20, it’s an egg-stravaganza. While opportunities abound for humans to hunt eggs in Atlanta in spring, at Zoo Atlanta, the discoveries are for the animals. Species around the Zoo will find … Continue reading "Gorilla Egg Hunts and More"

Find your new best friend among over 100 adoptable dogs just outside the Zoo on April 27. Zoo Atlanta and Atlanta Humane Society will team up on the third-annual ZooPaws pet adoption event on Saturday, April 27, 2019. The community event will take place in Grant Park, just outside the gates of Zoo Atlanta, from … Continue reading "ZooPaws Pet Adoption Event"

Rachel McRobb of Conservation South Luangwa speaks on efforts to protect elephants and other wildlife on April 23. Zoo Atlanta is proud to host Rachel McRobb, Chief Executive Officer of Conservation South Luangwa, as she presents “Protecting South Luangwa, one of Africa’s most wild and spectacular National Parks,” on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at 7 … Continue reading "Zoo Atlanta presents “Protecting South Luangwa”"

Rachel McRobb of Conservation South Luangwa speaks on efforts to protect elephants and other wildlife on April 23. Zoo Atlanta is proud to host Rachel McRobb, Chief Executive Officer of Conservation South Luangwa, as she presents “Protecting South Luangwa, one of Africa’s most wild and spectacular National Parks,” on Tuesday, April 23, 2019, at 7 … Continue reading "Zoo Atlanta presents “Protecting South Luangwa”"

Program will provide a weeklong Safari Camp experience for 60 underprivileged children. Zoo Atlanta will broaden community access to its signature summer camp experience with the return of the Safari Camp Scholarship Program presented by Atlanta Fulton County Recreation Authority. Offered for the fourth year in a row in 2019, the program will provide a … Continue reading "Safari Camp Scholarship Program"