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Have you ever wondered why it sometimes takes the giant pandas a little longer than usual before they are out in their habitats in the morning? One of the possible reasons is that they may be passing a mucous stool or mucoid. Mucous stools are not an uncommon occurrence with giant pandas. Scientists aren’t sure … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Monday, April 30"

Recently, we changed and added a few new logs to the hammock dayroom’s structure. We are constantly trying to change and improve the giant pandas’ environments, and by adding new logs, we add new climbing and resting opportunities as well as new smells. So far Yang Yang is the only one who has had a … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Friday, April 27"

As many of our amazing guests may have noticed, we have new additions in Scaly Slimy Spectacular! A few months ago, we were lucky to receive two juvenile West African slender-snouted crocodiles (Mecistops cataphractus)! These brothers are members of a critically endangered species and will play a very important role in the slender-snouted crocodile Species … Continue reading "Croc-tastic creatures"

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"

Shoot season is upon us! This is everyone’s favorite time of the year, and Idgie the red panda is no exception. Bamboo shoots are the young, nutrient-filled bamboo sprouts that grow really quickly at this time of year. Idgie’s habitat generally has bamboo shoots that pop up in it a bit later in the season … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Monday, April 23"

One of the giant pandas’ favorite enrichment items is a 50-gallon drum that we have cut in half length-wise. All of the giant pandas have used these in various ways. They can serve as a surface to recline against while eating bamboo. We can hide biscuits/produce in or underneath them. The youngsters love playing in … Continue reading "Panda Updates – Friday, April 20"