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Careers

Zoo Atlanta offers a very active, exciting and progressive work environment. Our 40-acre facility, with more than 1,000 animals representing 200+ animal species, is one of Atlanta’s most visited destinations. If you have the desire to aid visitors in fulfilling an enjoyable experience, apply today. Working at Zoo Atlanta is a rewarding opportunity for staff … Continue reading "Careers"

A bamboo bon voyage

The first surviving giant panda twins born in the U.S. are en route to China  Mei Lun and Mei Huan, the first surviving pair of giant panda twins ever born in the U.S., are officially on their way to Chengdu, China, for a new home at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. The … Continue reading "A bamboo bon voyage"

A Bamboo Bon Voyage To The Pandas

ATLANTA – November 3, 2016 – Mei Lun and Mei Huan, the first surviving pair of giant panda twins ever born in the U.S., are officially on their way to Chengdu, China, for a new home at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. The 3-year-old giant pandas left Atlanta in the early-morning hours … Continue reading "A Bamboo Bon Voyage To The Pandas"

Thursday, November 3

Staff at Zoo Atlanta have a unique annual Halloween tradition sponsored by Georgia AAZK. The local chapter of AAZK, or the American Association of Zoo Keepers, is a membership association for animal care professionals like zookeepers. They help to advance excellence in the animal care profession. Members host the annual pumpkin carving and chili sale … Continue reading "Thursday, November 3"

Plan an Event

VENUES   |    GALLERY    |    SPECIAL EVENTS GUIDE   Welcome to your window to the wild. Spectacular natural scenery, innovative culinary creations and incomparable experiences make your next event an occasion your guests will be talking about for years to come. An unforgettable first dance in Savanna Hall’s grand Michael & Thalia … Continue reading "Plan an Event"

It’s A Girl…And A Girl!

ATLANTA – November 1, 2016 – Lun Lun the giant panda is once again the mother of twin girls. The giant panda twins born on September 3, 2016, are both female, as has been confirmed by DNA testing. The tests were done by scientists at the Center for Conservation Genomics at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology … Continue reading "It’s A Girl…And A Girl!"

Tuesday, November 1

Many of the zookeepers here at Zoo Atlanta belong to an association called the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK) which is a professional association for animal caretakers. The Georgia Chapter of AAZK offers funding for keepers to take advantage of professional development opportunities. Recently, my coworker, Monica, and I were fortunate to have had … Continue reading "Tuesday, November 1"

Thursday, October 27

Remember Hurricane Matthew from a few a weeks ago? Well (as I’m sure you all are aware) the Georgia coast was hit pretty hard. The Georgia Sea Turtle Center on Jekyll Island had to evacuate many of their animals. Since Zoo Atlanta partners with the Georgia Sea Turtle Center in helping to rear young diamondback … Continue reading "Thursday, October 27"

Departure Date Set For Giant Pandas

ATLANTA – October 20, 2016 – Mei Lun and Mei Huan, the first surviving pair of giant panda twins ever born in the U.S., will depart Atlanta on November 3, 2016, for the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in China. In one of the most important milestones in the life of an American-born … Continue reading "Departure Date Set For Giant Pandas"

Giant pandas are departing

Departure date set for giant pandas Mei Lun and Mei Huan 3-year-old twins will depart Atlanta for China on November 3  Mei Lun and Mei Huan, the first surviving pair of giant panda twins ever born in the U.S., will depart Atlanta on November 3, 2016, for the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding … Continue reading "Giant pandas are departing"