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Imagine an animal with me. It has claws and a long tail. It has a mane of hair around its face. Its vocalizations can be heard across long distances. It is territorial and social, living in family groups. It’s about the size of a squirrel. It is the golden lion tamarin (GLT).  Named for their … Continue reading "Treasures of the Atlantic Coastal Forest"

Learn how animals help seeds travel to new places. Take on the Seedling Sleuth Challenge and explore hands-on activities to help wildlife.

Zoo Atlanta Location and Map | Zoo Atlanta Parking | Bus Parking | Alternative Transportation Zoo Atlanta Location and Map Zoo Atlanta is located at 800 Cherokee Avenue SE, Atlanta GA 30315, near downtown Atlanta in historic Grant Park, in close proximity to other Atlanta landmarks like the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, Centennial Park … Continue reading "Getting Here"

Today at the Zoo Thursday, May 22 9:00 am Grounds Open 10:30 am Alligator Snapping Turtle Talk View on map 10:30 am Animal Tales: Storybook Reading View on map 11:00 am Animal Encounter presented by Georgia Natural Gas View on map 11:30 am Hooded Vulture Talk View on map 1:00 pm Conservation Station 2:00 pm Scientist Talk View on map 5:00 pm Grounds Close Please note, schedule is subject to change without notice. Your itinerary does not include a reservation for add-on activities. Giraffe feedings, Wild Encounters and rides must be purchased separately. Create Your Itinerary

Learn about the dart frogs in Scaly Slimy Spectacular.

A Bird Team member will give an informative talk about kori bustards, including information about their natural history, individual history and conservation.

Learn more about Africa's largest viper species, the Gaboon viper (Bitis gabonica), from some of our animal care professionals

Educator Appreciation Day offers free admission for educators; Biomechanics Day invites people of all ages to explore the world of Bioinspired Design   WHAT: Celebrate learning, science, and discovery at Educator Appreciation Day presented by PNC and Biomechanics Day on Saturday, March 8, 2025, with two special events highlighting the role of Zoo Atlanta and partners as leaders in education beyond … Continue reading "A DAY PACKED WITH LEARNING, SCIENCE, AND DISCOVERY AT ZOO ATLANTA ON MARCH 8"

Educator Appreciation Day offers free admission for educators; Biomechanics Day invites people of all ages to explore the world of Bioinspired Design   WHAT: Celebrate learning, science, and discovery at Educator Appreciation Day presented by PNC and Biomechanics Day on Saturday, March 8, 2025, with two special events highlighting the role of Zoo Atlanta and partners … Continue reading "A DAY PACKED WITH LEARNING, SCIENCE, AND DISCOVERY AT ZOO ATLANTA ON MARCH 8"