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Before all the recent stormy weather rolled in, we had some great, warm days here at Zoo Atlanta. It was the perfect time to use our behind-the-scenes habitat to give Yang Yang some extra room while he is displaying some of his breeding walking behavior. The giant pandas here at Zoo Atlanta love to play … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Wednesday, April 25"

Pets bring joy and companionship to our lives, and for many of us, are a first introduction to animals when we’re young. But becoming a pet owner is a huge responsibility. You should always do your research before bringing a new animal into your home and make sure you are able to properly care for … Continue reading "Are you ready to adopt a pet?"

One of the Southeast’s most anticipated black-tie galas celebrates one of North America’s largest populations of western lowland gorillas at The Beastly Feast to benefit Zoo Atlanta on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Ford Motor Company Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, returns as the event’s Presenting Sponsor. The 2018 theme is “Under the … Continue reading "Celebrating The Ford African Rain Forest"

One of the Southeast’s most anticipated black-tie galas celebrates one of North America’s largest populations of western lowland gorillas at The Beastly Feast to benefit Zoo Atlanta on Saturday, May 5, 2018. Ford Motor Company Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, returns as the event’s Presenting Sponsor. The 2018 theme is “Under the … Continue reading "Celebrating The Ford African Rain Forest"

Zoo Atlanta is home to one of the largest zoological populations of orangutans in North America, with 11 individuals living in four distinct groups. We have a number of orangutan habitats which can be seen by our visitors, as well as others which are not as visible. Some guests may have caught a glimpse of … Continue reading "Behind the scenes with Biji"

Hello folks! It’s been a while since I’ve had the chance to blog here! I’m so excited to update you on what I’ve been up to. As you’ve heard from the Ambassador Animals (former: Program Animals) care team, we have merged the department and changed the name. I now oversee the animal care and staffing … Continue reading "Gearing up for spring with ambassador animals"

Adeline and Nani, two female red kangaroos, will soon leave Zoo Atlanta for a new home at a new zoo. Adeline, 5, and Nani, 8, are scheduled to leave Atlanta as early as April 24, 2018, for an opportunity to join a new group of red kangaroos, known as a mob. “Adeline and Nani are special … Continue reading "Spring Brings Animal Travels"

Adeline and Nani, two female red kangaroos, will soon leave Zoo Atlanta for a new home at a new zoo. Adeline, 5, and Nani, 8, are scheduled to leave Atlanta as early as April 24, 2018, for an opportunity to join a new group of red kangaroos, known as a mob. “Adeline and Nani are special … Continue reading "Spring brings animal travels"

The giant panda hammock is back! Remember that hammock that was purchased a while back? It didn’t last too long in the dayroom before the weight of giant pandas and the twins’ roughhousing got the better of it! Thankfully the company who supplied the hammock was more than willing to help us out by creating … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Wednesday, April 18"

Hello from everyone on the Hoofstock Team! It’s been a while since we’ve seen Zoo guests, but I promise, we’re still here! When we do get a chance to go out on grounds and talk to guests, most people have the same question: Where are the savanna animals? As many of you know, we are … Continue reading "Grand New View: Savanna behind the scenes"