Changes to operational hours for Monday, January 13 are not expected; however, any updates will be posted on

Lun Lun, Yang Yang, Ya Lun, and Xi Lun arrived safely in Chengdu, China, on October 13, 2024. Transportation for this move was generously donated by FedEx. Read more at

GIANT PANDAS LUN LUN, YANG YANG, YA LUN, AND XI LUN HAVE DEPARTED FOR CHINA.Pandas have left Atlanta on their way to a new chapter in Chengdu. Read more at

Nutella, a Hoffmann’s two-toed sloth at Zoo Atlanta, gave birth to an infant on August 9, 2024. The newborn is the second offspring of Nutella, 7, and male Cocoa, 31. #OnlyZooATL .Full story:.

Today's Keeper Story from Sam G. covers a HUGE win for a critically endangered species. Check it out, and congratulations to the Bird Team on this monumental hatch! #OnlyZooATL #KeeperStories.

Happy #Pride! As a wildlife conservation organization, we are in constant awe of the natural world’s incredible diversity. This month, we’re excited to highlight five LGBTQIA+ scientists working hard to push global conservation efforts forward. Full story:

Following a competitive nationwide search, Zoo Atlanta is thrilled to welcome Gina Ferrie, PhD, to the executive team as Vice President of Collections and Conservation. #OnlyZooATL.Full story: .

Zoo Atlanta will open as usual at 9 a.m. today. Please be advised that a Boil Water Advisory remains in effect for our area. Water fountains and water bottle refilling stations will not be available today, and fountain drinks and some other select concessions won't be available.

Update: Due to a recurrence of water pressure issues caused by the citywide water main break, walk-up tickets are not available this afternoon. Members and guests with pre-purchased tickets may enter the Zoo up until our usual last entry of the day at 4:30 p.m.

Zoo Atlanta will be open as usual at 9 a.m. today. To help you plan your visit, please be advised that the City of Atlanta Department of Watershed Management has issued a Boil Water Advisory for our area. Please visit for more information.

Zoo Atlanta has closed early as of 1 p.m. today.

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Brew at the Zoo is coming up fast! We're delighted to partner again with @sweetwaterbrew for the festival's signature brew. Created in honor of the 25-year legacy of giant pandas at ZA, Panda Shandy is a crisp lager with citrusy notes of pineapple, orange, and lemon. #OnlyZooATL

Preliminary plans are underway for Lun Lun, Yang Yang, Ya Lun, & Xi Lun to travel to China this year. Zoo Atlanta has applied for the pandas’ international travel permit, & the bears are expected to travel to China the fourth quarter of 2024. Full story:

Rhino Naming Madness 2024 has concluded! And her name is ….Full story here: #MarchMadness

We are deeply saddened to share news of the passing of Chelsea, a 20-year-old female Sumatran tiger. Full story here:

We have been notified that scammers are falsely advertising a promotion for Zoo tickets. Please be safe and not sorry! If you are ever uncertain if a ticket promotion is legitimately from Zoo Atlanta, contact us directly to confirm. You can also assist by reporting the false post

The first southern white rhino calf born at Zoo Atlanta has been confirmed to be female. Following a birth on Christmas Eve, the nearly month-old calf, who is believed to weigh between 250 and 300 lbs., continues to do well with her mother. Full story:

Zoo Atlanta will open at Noon on Wednesday, January 17, due to cold temperatures. Stay warm, and hope to see you soon!

In happy news for the New Year, Zoo Atlanta is excited to welcome Imara, a 2-year-old female plains zebra. #OnlyZooATL (pic: Stephanie E.).Full story: