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Why DO zoos matter? Why is it important, not only for humans, but also for the animals, to continue to have zoos? Over the decades, zoos have shifted from just showing off exotic animals to scientific institutions geared toward conservation and education. These types of facilities do not have “animals on display,” but rather animal … Continue reading "Why zoos matter: Educate and take action! "

The final panda birthday for the season is coming up this week! Yang Yang, the Zoo’s adult male giant panda, is turning 24 years old tomorrow (September 9). If you are not familiar with Yang Yang, he is known as the resident goofball. He enjoys interacting with his care team, is generally very interested in … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Wednesday, September 8"

Hi everyone!  It’s Kelly here again!  Boy, have I got some exciting news for y’all!  Next time you walk through Scaly Slimy Spectacular,  don’t forget to peek in the salt marsh habitat by the exit door.  You might notice things look a little different, “little” being the key word here.  And you might have to … Continue reading "Rearing diamondback terrapins"

Zoo Atlanta is actively seeking new members of its dynamic and rewarding volunteer force. Individuals passionate about wildlife, conservation, and giving back to the community are encouraged to explore the Zoo’s Adult Volunteer Programs, which now include an all-new Event Volunteer Program. Event Volunteers are crucial to the success of Zoo Atlanta’s signature events, including … Continue reading "CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS AT ZOO ATLANTA"

If you have been around the Monkeys of Makokou complex or seen the lemurs of The Living Treehouse recently, then you know the primates who call Zoo Atlanta home come in a wide range of shapes and sizes. Each species has a unique set of traits and behaviors that are specifically adapted to thrive in … Continue reading "One big lemur family"

Hey everyone! I’m Kristina, one of the Seasonal Keepers working with Zoo Atlanta’s Ambassador Animals Team, and I’m here to give you a taste of a day in the life of a Seasonal Keeper! The Ambassador Animal Department is cool in that it allows guests to meet some animals on a more up-close-and-personal level. We … Continue reading "So you want to be an animal care professional?"

After a year that was full of challenges and change, we at Zoo Atlanta hope that you each had a restful break and are able to start the school year recharged! 2020 was an unpredictable year that tested not only our skills, but also our stamina. However, through challenge comes innovation!  At Zoo Atlanta we have … Continue reading "Welcome back to school! "

Hi everyone! Nadia here from the Hoofstock Team! As you have hopefully seen on our social media networks, or on grounds at the Zoo, we have three little bundles of joy! On April 13, our female warthog, Eleanor, gave birth to three female piglets, Eloise, Daphne and Penelope. They have been so much fun to … Continue reading "How we prepared for piglets"

Hi everyone! My name is Jen, and I started as a Seasonal Keeper about two months ago in the Primate Department with the orangutans! I’ve always had a love and passion for great apes – I started my career working with macaques, and then chimpanzees, and now orangutans. One of the aspects of taking care … Continue reading "Sounds of the rainforest"

The Animal Care and Veterinary Teams at Zoo Atlanta will soon undertake a follow-up veterinary procedure for Abu the giraffe. Abu, who at almost 16 is the oldest member of the Zoo’s giraffe herd and is considered geriatric, experiences arthritis. In May 2021, Zoo Atlanta announced that Abu had undergone a significant procedure in which … Continue reading "Follow-up procedure planned for Abu"