Hey everyone! Taylor from the Carnivore Team here, and if you have stopped by the lion habitat recently, you may have noticed some big changes – and so have Hondo, Hatari, and Azizi! Our three male lions are now back on view and loving every inch of their newly renovated habitat! In our last Keeper Stories blog, we shared what the trio were up to behind the scenes while the … [Read more...] about The lions are still roaring about their new digs!
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AZA Advocacy Days 2025: A Recap from Washington, D.C.
From March 3–5, 2025, Zoo Atlanta had the privilege of joining 120 Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) advocates in Washington, D.C., for the annual AZA Advocacy Days. With representatives from 61 AZA-accredited institutions and 31 states, the event was not only the largest in AZA Advocacy Days history—it also set a new record with 170 meetings on Capitol Hill. Our … [Read more...] about AZA Advocacy Days 2025: A Recap from Washington, D.C.
ZOO ATLANTA TEAMS UP WITH ATLANTA BRAVES ON ANIMAL ALL-STAR TRADING CARDS
Collect the first of eight Animal All-Star Cards at Zoo Atlanta this weekend, featuring the Zoo’s Hondo the African lion ATLANTA – May 19, 2025 – In honor of the Atlanta Braves hosting the 2025 Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star Game at Truist Park this summer on July 15, Zoo Atlanta is teaming up with the Atlanta Braves to offer an exciting series of exclusive baseball … [Read more...] about ZOO ATLANTA TEAMS UP WITH ATLANTA BRAVES ON ANIMAL ALL-STAR TRADING CARDS
Checking in with North America’s only zoological population of drill monkeys
Did you know that Zoo Atlanta is the only zoo in North America housing drill monkeys? Inge Currently, we have one male, Enwe, and two females, Achi and Amaka. However, I can’t talk about how amazing our drill monkeys are without a little history lesson. Our monkey habitats were built in 1990; building took nine months to complete. In 1991 they were nominated for the Exhibit … [Read more...] about Checking in with North America’s only zoological population of drill monkeys
Building relationships: a foundation of animal care
Can you build a relationship with an animal? Your dog at home? Your goldfish? A snake? A weasel? What about a salamander, or a tortoise? I think most people would argue that they have a relationship with their dogs and cats. A lot of pet owners feel a deep emotional connection with their animals who share their living space. But what about wild animals in human care? What about … [Read more...] about Building relationships: a foundation of animal care