March 25, 2021

All-new Rhino Wild Encounter

The newest addition to Zoo Atlanta’s suite of unforgettable behind-the-scenes animal experiences is an opportunity on a massive scale. Registration...

Zoo News

August 5, 2020

TWO WILD ENCOUNTER PROGRAMS RETURN

Two of Zoo Atlanta’s popular behind-the-scenes programs have returned. Wild Encounters with African elephants and Aldabra tortoises are now available....

Keeper Stories

June 12, 2018

Up-close with the lemurs

Hi, my name is Arianna, and I am a Keeper I on the Primate Team. I am lucky enough to...

Learn

June 6, 2018

Career Corner: Education

Name: Chris Position Title: Animal Immersion Programs Supervisor Education: Bachelor of Science – Psychology Hometown: Baton Rouge, LA Length of...

Learn

February 27, 2018

Animal Immersion Programs

Have you ever wondered what an elephant’s skin feels like? How about what it’s like to care for 200 different...

Keeper Stories

October 10, 2017

Getting to know Shirley and Eleanor

If you tuned in to Swing Keeper Sarah’s #TakeoverTuesday a few weeks ago, you know that the Hoofstock Team recently...

Keeper Stories

July 13, 2017

Meeting the Bachelor Pride

Summer is in full swing, and that means it’s hot here in Atlanta. That means a lot of our carnivores...

Pandas

April 19, 2017

Panda Updates – Wednesday, April 19

It seems like it has been ages since I have worked with the youngsters, even though I did get some...

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