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Scientists have long wondered about the true nature of great ape cognition, and a groundbreaking project at Zoo Atlanta provides researchers and guests with an ongoing opportunity to observe the skills of some of the animal kingdom’s most complex problem solvers. Opened in 2007 through partnership with the Center for Behavioral Neuroscience (CBN) and IBM, … Continue reading "Orangutan Learning Tree"

ATLANTA – November 21, 2016 – The 11-week-old giant panda twins born to Lun Lun on September 3 will soon reach one of their most important milestones yet – getting their names. The twins will be named on their 100th day of life on December 12, 2016, and fans around the world are invited to … Continue reading "Time To Name The Giant Panda Twins!"

What does that “Animal off Exhibit” sign really mean? Most guests visiting the Zoo may find disappointment in an empty animal habitat, but many individuals are probably curious as to what that vacancy really means. Here are a couple reasons as to why one might see a sign apologizing for an empty habitat while touring … Continue reading "Thursday, November 17"

It’s that time of year again! Time for our annual Flamingo Roundup. Every year after breeding season, all the birds are due for their annual checkups. I will spend a majority of this week preparing for it. Behind the scenes, in the habitat’s corral, I set up large metal barriers to make four runs so … Continue reading "Tuesday, November 15"

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Leadership Raymond B. King President & Chief Executive Officer Veronica Jacobs Chief Financial Officer Jennifer Smith Chief Operating Officer Zoe Nieminen Vice President & Chief Advancement Officer Cary S. Burgess Senior Vice President, DEI, Government & Community Affairs Gina Ferrie, PhD Vice President, Collections and Conservation Wednesdá L. Furman Vice President, Human Resources Eric Hall Vice President, Facilities & Construction Tomson Karivelil Vice President, Information Technology Sam Rivera, DVM Vice President, Animal Health Shawn Whitman Vice President, Membership & Guest Experience Staci Wiech Vice President, Education   Board of Directors Bill Cary Chief Investment Officer Georgia Division of Investment Services Beth ... Continue reading Leadership & Board

Zoo Atlanta’s elephants have become acclimated to the Georgia weather. Their bodies naturally adjust to the change in seasons. As discussed in previous elephant blogs, it can be difficult for elephants to release heat. While this makes cooling opportunities like bathing and wallowing critical to their well-being in the warmer months, this characteristic is quite … Continue reading "Thursday, November 10"

We’ve come a long way since opening our doors way back in 1889! Zoo Atlanta has changed dramatically since the earliest days of our Victorian origins, from the fascinating series of events that led to Atlanta’s first zoo, to the legendary Willie B., to the history of our giant panda program. We thank you for being part of the journey — our story is still being told!