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One of the most unique features of cats is their rough tongue. I’m sure most pet cat owners have noticed this fact, but did you know that the rough tongue is a characteristic of all cats, from the largest lion or tiger down to the rusty spotted cat, Prionailurus rubiginosus, which is one of the … Continue reading "The amazing mechanics of cat tongues"

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!"

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!"

Hi everyone! My name is Alexz, and I am a welfare scientist here at Zoo Atlanta. One of the ways we assess animal welfare is by studying behavior, which tells us how animals are responding to their environments and gives us insight into how to improve their lives. As welfare scientists, we often focus on … Continue reading "Positive behaviors in zoo animals"

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"

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 … 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.

Presented by Kaiser Permanente. Zig, zag, climb and balance as you navigate a series of rope ladders, bridges, nets and tightrope-style foot lines.

Water. The stuff of life, pools, rainstorms, and it’s definitely the thing plants crave. Animal Care Team members crave it too (or should) since we are on our feet marching around the Zoo or lifting pounds of aromatic animal … used hay; this is why we have a culture of hydration and a culture of … Continue reading "What’s in the Bottle? – A Keeper’s Guide to Hydration in the Wild (Zoo Edition)"

Kick off a wild first semester at the all-new U at the Zoo on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Zoo Atlanta. Current college students will receive free admission with college ID. Adults wearing college swag will receive $10 off general admission. All guests will enjoy an afternoon and evening … Continue reading "U At The Zoo: Free Admission For College Students and Discounts For Fans In School Swag"