Turn “eww” into “wow!” at Grossology Day

Some of the animal kingdom’s “gross” animals and behaviors aren’t so gross after all when we contemplate their roles in survival and maintaining healthy ecosystems. Appreciate the under-appreciated at Grossology Day on Sunday, July 12, 2026.

Get the details on yucky diets, the scoop on poop, and much more with a day full of family activities exploring these vital aspects of the natural world.

• Discover the fascinating uses of poop in the animal kingdom
• Find out how some animals’ disgusting defenses help them survive
• Investigate bird diets with owl pellet dissection demonstrations
• Scavenge like a vulture
• Channel your inner creepy-crawly by designing your own insect
• Meet ambassador animals
• Enjoy a Grossology Day-themed Animal Tales Storybook Reading

Activities will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and are free for Zoo Atlanta Members and children under 3; free with general admission. Plan a visit at zooatlanta.org.