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Even when a female giant panda is not pregnant, she may still exhibit behaviors or undergo physiological changes as if she is. This phenomenon is called pseudopregnancy. Because certain behavioral changes and hormonal indicators might suggest pregnancy, it can be hard to tell if a giant panda is actually pregnant (although in our case, we … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Wednesday, August 14"

Zoo Atlanta has participated in the Quarters for Conservation program since 2016. This initiative contributes 25 cents of every general admission ticket to programs for wildlife. I know a quarter may seem small, but they really do add up, and the positive impact that it provides for wildlife is immense. As a member of the Hoofstock Team here at … Continue reading "Update from the field: Giraffe Conservation Foundation"

Hello! My name is Sam, and I am the newest addition to the Carnivore Team as a Seasonal Keeper. A little bit about me, I am originally from Orlando, Florida. I just graduated in May from the University of South Florida. Throughout my college career, I was able to do internships at other zoos and … Continue reading "What’s on the menu for giant otters?"

All life is connected in one of Earth’s most legendary wild places. In the highly anticipated first phase of an unprecedented transformation at Zoo Atlanta, the all-new African Savanna opened on August 8, 2019. While animals continue to acclimate to their new habitats, visitors now have an opportunity to experience the immersive landscape that brings … Continue reading "Zoo Atlanta opens all-new African Savanna"

All life is connected in one of Earth’s most legendary wild places. In the highly anticipated first phase of an unprecedented transformation at Zoo Atlanta, the all-new African Savanna opened on August 8, 2019. While animals continue to acclimate to their new habitats, visitors now have an opportunity to experience the immersive landscape that brings … Continue reading "Zoo Atlanta opens all-new African Savanna"

The ostrich is the largest living bird species on Earth and is related to cassowaries and rheas. Ostriches cannot fly and instead walk over the ground seeking all varieties of small animals and fruits to eat.

Zebras are among the most recognizable of all animals, with their distinctive striped color pattern. They are closely related to our domestic horses.

Giraffes are Earth’s tallest living mammals and specialize in browsing leaves and flowers from the tops of trees.

This is one of the most distinctive animals on the planet. African elephants are the largest of the three elephant species. Elephants have many unique characteristics, and the secrets of some of their adaptations are still being discovered to this day. Elephants live long and very social lives centered around a matriarch and her offspring. The illegal killing of elephants for ivory represents a serious and pressing threat to the future of this species.

What is Grand New View? Grand New View is Zoo Atlanta’s transformative effort to revitalize the former Cyclorama building and its adjacent surroundings. The first phase of the project, the all-new African Savanna, opened in August 2019. Coming phases are a one-of-a-kind event destination in the future Savanna Hall and a grand new entry plaza … Continue reading "Grand New View: FAQ"