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Zoo Atlanta Board of Directors

Zoo Atlanta Board or Directors welcomes five new Atlanta leaders The new members’ terms will see the completion of a transformative expansion The Zoo Atlanta Board of Directors welcomes five new business and civic leaders beginning in January 2017. New members are Paul Brown, CEO of Arby’s Restaurant Group; Pedro Cherry, Senior Vice President, Metro … Continue reading "Zoo Atlanta Board of Directors"

Zoo Atlanta Board of Directors

ZOO ATLANTA BOARD OF DIRECTORS WELCOMES FIVE NEW ATLANTA LEADERS The new members’ terms will see the completion of a transformative expansion ATLANTA – January 25, 2017 – The Zoo Atlanta Board of Directors welcomes five new business and civic leaders beginning in January 2017. New members are Paul Brown, CEO of Arby’s Restaurant Group; … Continue reading "Zoo Atlanta Board of Directors"

Keeper Stories – Tuesday, January 24

A keeper’s job is never done. There is always a chore to complete or a project to work on. Our daily routine is full of jobs like cleaning habitats, preparing diets, observing our animals, providing enrichment…are you tired yet? In between all of this, we try to find time to develop ourselves professionally. There are … Continue reading "Keeper Stories – Tuesday, January 24"

Zoo Atlanta Going Green

As a conservation organization, Zoo Atlanta recognizes our special obligation to always merge our operations with our mission. Environmental stewardship is the responsibility of all Zoo Atlanta employees. We do this by: Using our Green Team, made up entirely of Zoo employees, and leading by example to educate staff, Members and guests on ways be green and better our environments. Our commitment that all new construction will be LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified. Pollution prevention through our Georgia Commute Options program. Waste reduction through 12 different recycling programs. Grants to Green implementation of water and energy reduction. Green ... Continue reading Zoo Atlanta Going Green

Veterinary Research

The expertise of the Zoo Atlanta Veterinary Team benefits colleagues around the world.

Keeper Stories – Thursday, January 19

It’s about time again for a giraffe training update! I believe when we last checked in, all but our oldest, Abu, were shifting through our giraffe “tamer” apparatus. We are very proud to announce that all four of our boys are now confidently walking though the chute system. We have been successful in getting them … Continue reading "Keeper Stories – Thursday, January 19"

Educator Membership

Educators save on Memberships To obtain your discount, call 404.624.5662. Support conservation and research efforts at the Zoo and around the world by joining as a Member. Educators save $10 on any level of Zoo Membership. Special offers for educators Sponsored Admissions Program Thanks to generous donations made available to Zoo Atlanta, a limited number of … Continue reading "Educator Membership"

Community Donations

Zoo Atlanta is pleased to consider requests for donations in support of fundraising events for licensed nonprofit organizations. We are committed to our community and find it a pleasure whenever we have the opportunity to provide complimentary tickets to support other nonprofit organizations and showcase the Zoo in auctions and fundraising events. While each request … Continue reading "Community Donations"

Kate Leach, DVM

Kate joined the veterinary team at Zoo Atlanta in 2012. Prior to this she practiced veterinary medicine in Connecticut, working with exotic and domestic species, including native wildlife. During veterinary school Kate completed several preceptorships at zoos internationally in Australia, New Zealand, and the US, one of which was at Zoo Atlanta! Kate received her Bachelor of Science from Duke University, having majored in in Biological Anthropology and Anatomy, as well as Biology. She then received her veterinary degree from Massey University in New Zealand, where she graduated with distinction. 

AZA

Introducing a great new Member perk: Zoo Atlanta Members now receive discounts at the Tennessee Aquarium! Present your Zoo Atlanta Membership card at the Tennessee Aquarium, and enjoy group rate pricing on admission tickets (Adults-$29.95 and Children-$18.95)!   Click here for more information.