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Watch a keeper give the gorillas their afternoon fruit, and learn more about their care – a perfect chance to see the troop on the move.

Have you ever wondered what happens when Zoo Atlanta receives a new animal? Where does that animal go? How do we introduce it to its new friends? Well, you have come to the right place, because the Zoo Atlanta Bird Department is very good at introducing new animals to their habitats. We get most of … Continue reading "Keeper Stories – Thursday, December 8"

Giant panda twins’ names to be revealed at 100 Day Celebration on December 12 In one of their biggest milestones yet, the giant panda twins at Zoo Atlanta will receive their names at their 100 Day Naming Celebration on Monday, December 12, 2016. Zoo Atlanta invited fans around the world to vote on one of … Continue reading "Revealing of twin pandas names!"

You’d be surprised how many individuals, talents and backgrounds it takes to run the Zoo! Zoo Atlanta employs an outstanding team of experienced professionals in a variety of departments. Check out brief reference bios below. For more information, please contact the Public Relations and Communications Department.

Rachel Davis Director of Communications 404.624.2812 or rdavis@zooatlanta.org

Biodiversity + Human Diversity = Bio-Prosperity As the oldest cultural institution in Atlanta, we value diversity and foster a work environment that respects differences related to race, gender, ethnicity, disability, religion and sexual orientation. We believe that diversity enriches our employees’ performances, volunteer opportunities, guest experiences and the communities in which we live. Diversity is … Continue reading "Diversity"

Vision We envision a world where wildlife and humans flourish together. Mission  We save wildlife and their habitats through conservation, research, education and engaging experiences. Our efforts connect people to animals and inspire conservation action. Values Integrity – We are respectful, honest, transparent and accountable. We expect the same from our industry colleagues and partners. Collaboration – We are … Continue reading "Vision, Mission, & Values"

Hello, everyone! My name is Emily, and I have been here at Zoo Atlanta for the past eight months working as a keeper in the Zoo’s Program Animals Department at Wieland Wildlife Home. I am a Jersey native who had never been to Georgia before, and I can say I have loved every minute of … Continue reading "Tuesday, December 6"

1999 was an unforgettable year for the Zoo with the arrival of Lun Lun and Yang Yang, a pair of giant pandas on loan from China. Even as the city celebrated the beloved bears, Atlanta joined the Zoo in mourning Willie B., who passed away in 2000 at the age of 42. The gorilla who … Continue reading "1999–2017: Pandas to Present"

On May 13, his first day outdoors, Willie B. explored his new home in The Ford African Rain Forest. In 1984, a series of highly publicized events revealed deteriorating conditions at the Zoo, prompting Parade magazine to label the institution as one of the top 10 worst in the nation. A subsequent investigation lost the Zoo its accreditation, and an outraged public demanded that the facility be closed. Mayor Andrew Young assembled an emergency crisis team, appointing Terry L. Maple, PhD, as interim director. The team set out to address immediate issues, beginning with reducing the collection in order to ... Continue reading 1984–1999: Turnaround