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Quarter-sized hatchlings are ambassadors for one of Georgia’s most threatened wild places ATLANTA – March 9, 2023 – A pair of tiny Georgia native turtles are the newest members of one of the rarest species in the United States. Two critically endangered bog turtles hatched at Zoo Atlanta on March 1 and 2, 2023. Bog turtles … Continue reading "CRITICALLY ENDANGERED BOG TURTLES HATCH"

Quarter-sized hatchlings are ambassadors for one of Georgia’s most threatened wild places ATLANTA – March 9, 2023 – A pair of tiny Georgia native turtles are the newest members of one of the rarest species in the United States. Two critically endangered bog turtles hatched at Zoo Atlanta on February 28 and March  2, 2023. … Continue reading "CRITICALLY ENDANGERED BOG TURTLES HATCH"

Of the 200+ species we steward here at Zoo Atlanta, binturongs are perhaps one of the least known. These adorable mammals from the family Vivvirid are also called “bearcats” (although they are not cats) and hail from Southeast Asia. Among those familiar with the species, they are known for their notably recognizable scent: buttered popcorn. … Continue reading "Why do binturongs smell like popcorn?"

Hey friends! I hope you are all doing well and thriving. My name is Allie, and I am a gorilla caretaker. Have you ever thought about what it takes to prepare for a new gorilla baby? Shalia (21), our pregnant female in Willie B., Jr.’s group, has undergone multiple steps to prepare for her new … Continue reading "Preparing for a baby gorilla"

Educator Appreciation Day offers free admission for educators; Biomechanics Day invites people of all ages to explore animals in motion WHAT: Learning and discovery are at the forefront at Educator Appreciation Day and Biomechanics Day on Saturday, March 11, 2023, with two special events highlighting the role of Zoo Atlanta and partners as leaders in science education beyond the classroom. … Continue reading "EDUCATOR APPRECIATION DAY AND BIOMECHANICS DAY"

Educator Appreciation Day offers free admission for educators; Biomechanics Day invites people of all ages to explore animals in motion WHAT: Learning and discovery are at the forefront at Educator Appreciation Day and Biomechanics Day on Saturday, March 11, 2023, with two special events highlighting the role of Zoo Atlanta and partners as leaders in … Continue reading "Educator Appreciation Day and Biomechanics Day"

Hark, O reader of the Keeper Blogs! I—Daniel!—have come to talk about iguanas. And not just any iguanas, but some particularly cute ones: the Grand Cayman blue iguana (Cyclura lewisi) and the San Salvador iguana (Cyclura rileyi rileyi). I’m going to go out on a limb and assume that, given that you’re the kind of … Continue reading "Iguanas!"

Today at the Zoo Monday, March 27 9:00 am Grounds Open 10:30 am Wild Encounter: Giant Panda Cost-based Activity - learn more View on map 11:30 am Southern Ground Hornbill Keeper Talk View on map 1:15 pm Biofact Exploration View on map 1:30 pm Orangutan Feeding (Habitat 1) View on map 1:45 pm Gorilla Feeding (Habitat 1) View on map 2:00 pm Wild Encounter: Elephant Cost-based Activity - learn more View on map 2:15 pm Gorilla Feeding (Habitat 3) View on map 2:15 pm Gorilla Research Talk View on map 3:15 pm Wild Encounter: Aldabra Tortoise Cost-based Activity - learn ... Continue reading Visit

A gift to be on the lookout for!  Give a year of adventure for one low price with a Gift Membership for Zoo Atlanta. Memberships start at $129! Zoo Atlanta is open year-round and home to more than 1,000 animals. Member benefits are outlined below, there’s so much to do at your Zoo!