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The mission of the Chattanooga Zoo is to engage and inspire our community to better understand and preserve wildlife by creating meaningful connections between people and animals. With our intimate, innovative exhibits, wide-ranging educational offerings and commitment to conservation, our vision is to be a top destination for residents and visitors alike and the pride of our community. https://ww
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Everett the warthog is HERE! 🐗🌍
Watch this short clip of Everett moving into his new exhibit! The opening of our Cape of Africa expansion will be August 31st, and Everett can’t wait to meet you all!
Help us welcome Everett to Chattanooga in the comments below!
We're celebrating Panamanian Golden Frog Day today with two new members of the Chattanooga Zoo family! 🎉
Two female Panamanian Golden Frogs arrived at the Zoo yesterday afternoon and are now on exhibit in the Corcovado Jungle, right across from our Jaguars. These amphibians are native to the rainforests of Panama, but they have essentially disappeared in the wild. In fact, no individual has been seen in the wild since 2009. This species has been catastrophically affected by chytridiomycosis, an emerging disease caused by an aquatic fungal pathogen.
We are proud to participate in the Species Survival Plan (SSP) for this critically endangered species.
Make sure to see these incredibly rare frogs during your next Zoo visit!
🐾🎉 Attention homeschooling families! Join us on September 6th and 13th from 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM for Homeschool Days at the Zoo! 📚
These special days are packed with fun and educational experiences tailored just for our homeschool community. Plus, enjoy exclusive discounted admission rates for homeschoolers and their parents!
Explore the Zoo with scavenger hunts, meet some of our amazing animals up close, and get creative at various activity and craft stations!
🎟️ To secure your discounted rate, tickets must be purchased online before you arrive—walk-up discounts won't be available. Click the link below to grab your tickets!
https://www.chattzoo.org/events/homeschool-days
Discover local hellbender salamander conservation at Chattanooga Zoo with this free seminar!
In this installment of the Conservation Committee Speaker Series, Dr. Freake of Lee University will discuss our Hellbender Headstart program!
Learn how we're working alongside several community partners to repopulate the rapidly disappearing hellbender salamander in our area, and learn why they are a crucial "indicator species" that support healthy ecosystems. 🌎
Plus, we'll share details of our recent success in which we reintroduced 61 hellbenders back into the wild last May!
For more info and to RSVP, click the link below:
https://www.chattzoo.org/events/conservation-committee-meeting
🚨 Baby Red Panda Update! 🚨
Pilatus, our red panda cub, is doing fantastic! At eight weeks old and 1.6 pounds, he's happy and healthy, and Saffron is continuing to be an amazing mom!
Today, we gave Pilatus a quick check-up and administered a few vaccines.
James Howard of WTVC-TV NewsChannel 9 News and Sunny 92.3 dropped by for a visit to see Pilatus' cuteness up close and to observe the checkup. James, who is also a pilot, named Pilatus after Pilatus Aircraft Ltd which is the type of aircraft he used to bring Saffron from Idaho Falls to Chattanooga last September. Without his help, we would not have had Saffron in Chattanooga for red panda breeding season, and we wouldn't have Pilatus at all!
Although Saffron has brought Pilatus on exhibit a few times, he is mostly off-exhibit at the moment. We expect to see him independently exploring his space this fall!
Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to watch Pilatus grow!🐾
Our new Cape of Africa section will be open to the public on August 31!
This is our biggest expansion ever, at $3.9 million, and three amazing African species are joining our family. Come visit the Cape of Africa to see warthogs, servals, Cape porcupines, a larger giraffe yard, a serene stream and much more in this immersive, authentic experience! 🐗
Plus, Zoo members get a special early access opportunity the morning of August 31. Click this link for more event details: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/cape-of-africa-members-only-breakfast
We want to thank everyone who paved the way to Africa including our primary sponsors Visit Chattanooga, City of Chattanooga - Government, TN State Government, Tennessee Valley Federal Credit Union, First Horizon Bank and Joe and Julia Horn.
For more information on Cape of Africa, visit https://www.chattzoo.org/visit/cape-of-africa
Let your kids go wild on their birthday at the Zoo and leave the planning to us! Enjoy an unforgettable celebration surrounded by red pandas, giraffes, jaguars, and more amazing animals. 🎂
Our Large Education Center, a jungle-themed space, is perfect for up to 45 guests. Birthday parties are held on Saturdays and Sundays, and we offer three party packages to fit your needs.
Book your party now and make this birthday one for the books! Visit https://chattzoo.org/events/birthday-parties for more information!🌟
It's been so fun watching everyone get excited about Pilatus, our newborn red panda cub, so we're sharing some of our favorite reactions and comments you've left about the little guy.
Watch Sam, the red pandas' primary keeper, read and react to your comments about Pilatus!
For a chance to be featured in part two, leave us a funny or sweet comment about Pilatus! 🐾
Get ready for an unforgettable evening at Banana Ball on September 21! 🌟
Join us from 5:30 to 9 p.m. to help raise funds for a new state-of-the-art animal hospital. We’re excited to have David Mizejewski, National Wildlife Federation naturalist and TV host, as our keynote speaker! 🌍🐾
He's also hosting the informative and hands-on Garden for Wildlife Workshop earlier in the day from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 🌿🦋
✨ Other event highlights:
Up-close animal encounters
Delicious hors d’oeuvres & dinner by Lee Towery Catering
Open bar 🍹
Animal art
Capacity is limited, so grab your Banana Ball tickets here: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/banana-ball-2024
And your Garden for Wildlife Workshop tickets here: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/garden-for-wildlife-workshop-with-david-mizejewski
Pirates, Parrots, and Princesses is this Saturday, August 3rd, from 10am to 1pm! ⭐
This event is free with Zoo admission and includes meet and greets and photos with Rapunzel, Moana, Captain Jack Sparrow, and more! Characters provided by our friends at Magic Lamp Entertainment. 👑
Plus, try some specialty cotton candy from Cotton Candy Queens, watch our animals interact with themed enrichment activities, participate in a treasure hunt, and enjoy arts and crafts. 🖍
Children ages 12 and under receive 50% off admission if they come dressed as their favorite princess or pirate!
For more information, visit https://www.chattzoo.org/events/pirates-parrots-princesses
We've had a lot of fun celebrating our amazing team of keepers for !
Here's a special highlight: Joe and Jane, our longest-serving volunteers who have both completed over 1,000 hours of service, surprised our keepers with lunch! 🍴🌮
Joe and his wife Julia also took the time to send a heartfelt email to everyone appreciating all our keepers and staff, and he gave us permission to share it here. It was a touching reminder of how lucky we are to have an amazing team at Chattanooga Zoo. ❤
Happy National Keeper Week, and a special thank you to Joe, Jane and all our volunteers! ⭐️
It's never an average day at the office for our Zoo keepers!📚
From feeding our furry and feathered reZOOdents to maintaining their habitats and ensuring their well-being, our dedicated team goes above and beyond to keep our animals happy and healthy. 🐾
Join us in giving a HUGE shoutout to the people who make us the "Best Little Zoo in America"!❤️
Kits and Cubs is BACK!!!
Starting August 8th, join us for an unforgettable early childhood learning experience at Chattanooga Zoo! Our program is tailor-made for your youngest animal enthusiasts, featuring themed sessions like Groovy Giraffes, Bouncing Bunnies, Animal Adaptations and more. 🌿📚
Each session includes hands-on activities, crafts, a captivating story time, and up-close animal encounters. 🎨📖 Don't miss this incredible opportunity to inspire your little ones' love for animals and nature!
Secure your spot at the link below!
https://www.chattzoo.org/education/preschool
Join us and our friends at Magic Lamp Entertainment for an enchanting day at the Zoo! Pirates, Parrots and Princesses is August 3rd from 10 AM to 1 PM! 👑
This event is free with Zoo admission, and children 12 years old and younger receive 50% off their ticket if they're dressed in themed attire! ☠
Take pictures with your favorite pirates and princesses, embark on a treasure hunt, and watch the animals interact with special enrichment activities.
Visit our website for more information: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/pirates-parrots-princesses
✨ Enrichment Expedition is tomorrow! ✨
✅ Free with general admission
✅ Extra keeper chats
✅ Watch our animals engage their natural instincts
✅ Support animal welfare
Experience a day filled with interactive enrichment activities for our animals. Don't miss out on an engaging day of discovery for everyone! 🦝🦒🐾
Click here for more information: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/enrichment-expedition-1
We are thrilled to announce that Saffron the red panda has given birth to a healthy male cub, making this the first red panda born at Chattanooga Zoo in eight years!
Saffron is doing a wonderful job caring for her baby and, while we are conducting necessary wellness checks and keeping a very close eye on her and her cub, we have been able to let Saffron care for her offspring with very minimal interaction from us.
Saffron's baby was named Pilatus by James Howard of WTVC-TV NewsChannel 9 News and Sunny 92.3. James is also a pilot who generously donated his time and expertise to transport Saffron to her new home with us last September, so we wanted to give him the opportunity to name Saffron's cub.
Pilatus is a joy for us and the Chattanooga community, but he is also an important addition to the Red Panda SSP (Species Survival Plan) which aims to increase populations of this endangered species. With roughly 200 red pandas in AZA-accredited zoos (The Association of Zoos and Aquariums) and between 2,500 to 10,000 left in the wild, repopulation and habitat protection are very important!
Although Saffron and Pilatus have been spending most of their time off exhibit, Saffron has recently started carrying her cub into the enclosure where guests can see him. For the time being, the cub's location and visibility are totally up to Saffron. Pilatus will likely be old enough to explore his enclosure independently this fall.
Stay tuned for more updates on Pilatus, and check out our blog for more info: https://www.chattzoo.org/blog/chattanooga-zoo-celebrates-birth-of-first-red-panda-cub-in-eight-years
Happy World Snake Day!
Did you know that snakes play a crucial role in maintaining a balanced ecosystem? At our Zoo, we celebrate these incredible creatures for their diversity and importance. Here are some fascinating facts about snakes:
🔹 We house a variety of snake species, each with unique adaptations and behaviors.
🔹 Snakes help control rodent populations, making them natural pest controllers.
🔹 Their flexible jaws allow them to swallow prey much larger than themselves!
Join us in celebrating these misunderstood animals! Visit our snake exhibits in our Forest and Deserts Buildings and learn more about their conservation efforts. Together, we can appreciate and protect these amazing creatures. 🌿💚
✅ Local produce and coffee
✅ Local art
✅ Clumpies Ice Cream Co.'s ice cream truck
✅ Supports conservation
Our Conservation Committee Farmers Market is this Tuesday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.! 🌻
Attendance is free with general Zoo admission! Vendors include Mad Priest Coffee Roasters, Grindstone Gardens, In-Town Gallery, The Gentry Homestead , TN Valley AAZK, and Bulldog Branch Produce.
For more information regarding the Farmers Market and to grab your general admission tickets, visit https://www.chattzoo.org/events/conservation-committee-farmers-market
Attention Boy Scouts! You can finish up your Reptile and Amphibian Merit Badge with us on August 17! 🐢
We'll lead you through up-close animal encounters with turtles, tortoises, snakes, lizards, and more as you learn about a variety of species with keepers and education staff. 🦎
For more information and to save your spot, visit https://www.chattzoo.org/events/boy-scouts-reptile-amphibian
Introducing a new free-with-admission Zoo event... Enrichment Expedition is next Saturday, July 20! 🐾
Watch as animals across the Zoo interact with special enrichment items and learn why enrichment is vital for their welfare. Plus, enjoy an expanded keeper chat schedule with seven opportunities to talk with zoo keepers throughout the event. 🐗
You'll also get to interact with well-loved enrichment items with real bite and scratch marks, and purchase animal art made by red pandas and meerkats to raise funds for enrichment at the Zoo!
To learn more about Enrichment Expedition, see the full keeper chat schedule, and get your general admission Zoo tickets, visit https://www.chattzoo.org/events/enrichment-expedition-1
Who's excited for Q 'n Brew this Saturday?? 🍻🍖
To build the hype, one of our event vendors Chatter Box Cafe came out to the Zoo today with BBQ, wings, ribs, and more for guests and staff to enjoy!
Other great local restaurants will have food for sale including Sticky Fingers - Chattanooga TN, Soul Que, Ember & Oak BBQ, and Smash Boyz.
Get your tickets today! https://www.chattzoo.org/events/q-n-brew
Big shoutout to event sponsors and supporters including Children's Hospital at Erlanger, Winn Smiles, Pinnacle Financial Partners, BioLife Plasma Services, TailGate Brewery Chattanooga, Blue Ivy Flowers, The Barn Nursery, and Cherokee Distributing Company.
Earlier this summer, we released 31 hellbender salamanders into the wild as part of our biggest local conservation project!
The Hellbender Headstart program is all about repopulating a local salamander species that is rapidly dissapearing in our area.
Check out this short recap of what a hellbender release day looks like, and visit our blog for more information: https://www.chattzoo.org/blog/chattanooga-zoo-releases-over-30-salamanders-in-local-conservation-program
Special thanks to program supporters, collaborators and participants including Lee University, U.S. Forest Service, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Tennessee American Water, The Lyndhurst Foundation, The Riverview Foundation, and Dr. Mickey and Beth Myers.
is this Sunday, July 14th! Did you know chimpanzees are endangered around the world and have even disappeared from some countries?
This Saturday, July 13th, we will celebrate World Chimpanzee Day by helping raise awareness of The Association of Zoos and Aquariums' SAFE (Saving Animals From Extinction) Programs.
We will have special enrichment activities for our chimps, extra keeper chats, information stations, and crafts!
Come out and learn how you can help the Chimpanzee population!
Congratulations to Christina Holloway!
You have won our giveaway for two free Q 'n Brew tickets!
Please direct message us within 24 hours to claim your tickets.🌻
Thanks so much to everyone who participated in our contest! We will see you all at Q 'n Brew next Saturday, July 13th, for great food, live music, plenty of beer, and up-close animal experiences! 🍻
For more info & event tickets, visit: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/q-n-brew
Red panda birthday party! 🎊🎉🎁🎈💖
We threw a special celebration today for Avi, Saffron and Willa - complete with a grape birthday cake!
Saffron and Willa, our two female red pandas, were both born on July 1! Avi, our male red panda, was born on July 10. Willa is 10 years old, Avi is 8 and Saffron is 3!
Show some love to these fluffy fireballs in the comments! 🔥❤️
Today is World Porcupine Day, so say hello to a few of the prickly pals who live here at the Chattanooga Zoo!
The Prickles family, our six Cape porcupines, will be on exhibit soon in our new Cape of Africa section opening this summer! Official open date to be announced soon!
This Friday, July 5th, is Zoo Night at the Chattanooga Lookouts! ⚾️
Meet some of our ambassador animals and watch Tommy Prickles the Cape porcupine throw out the first pitch!
Starting at 6:00 pm, visit our table to learn more about our Cape of Africa expansion, upcoming events like Q 'n Brew, and giveaways! 🐾
Grab your tickets now at: https://www.milb.com/chattanooga/tickets/single-game-tickets
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Everett the warthog is HERE! 🐗🌍 Watch this short clip of Everett moving into his new exhibit! The opening of our Cape of Africa expansion will be August 31st, and Everett can’t wait to meet you all! Help us welcome Everett to Chattanooga in the comments below! #chattanoogazoo #warthog #capeofafrica #chattanooga
It's been so fun watching everyone get excited about Pilatus, our newborn red panda cub, so we're sharing some of our favorite reactions and comments you've left about the little guy. Watch Sam, the red pandas' primary keeper, read and react to your comments about Pilatus! For a chance to be featured in part two, leave us a funny or sweet comment about Pilatus! 🐾
It's never an average day at the office for our Zoo keepers!📚 From feeding our furry and feathered reZOOdents to maintaining their habitats and ensuring their well-being, our dedicated team goes above and beyond to keep our animals happy and healthy. 🐾 Join us in giving a HUGE shoutout to the people who make us the "Best Little Zoo in America"!❤️ #nationalzookeeperweek #zookeeper #chattanoogazoo #KeeperWeek
Earlier this summer, we released 31 hellbender salamanders into the wild as part of our biggest local conservation project! The Hellbender Headstart program is all about repopulating a local salamander species that is rapidly dissapearing in our area. Check out this short recap of what a hellbender release day looks like, and visit our blog for more information: https://www.chattzoo.org/blog/chattanooga-zoo-releases-over-30-salamanders-in-local-conservation-program Special thanks to program supporters, collaborators and participants including Lee University, U.S. Forest Service, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, Tennessee American Water, The Lyndhurst Foundation, The Riverview Foundation, and Dr. Mickey and Beth Myers. #Hellbender #HellbenderSalamander #ChattanoogaZoo #HellbenderHeadstart
Congratulations to Christina Holloway! You have won our giveaway for two free Q 'n Brew tickets! Please direct message us within 24 hours to claim your tickets.🌻 Thanks so much to everyone who participated in our contest! We will see you all at Q 'n Brew next Saturday, July 13th, for great food, live music, plenty of beer, and up-close animal experiences! 🍻 For more info & event tickets, visit: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/q-n-brew
Today is World Porcupine Day, so say hello to a few of the prickly pals who live here at the Chattanooga Zoo! The Prickles family, our six Cape porcupines, will be on exhibit soon in our new Cape of Africa section opening this summer! Official open date to be announced soon!
These turbo tortoises are practicing for the big race on July 13th! 🍻 Q 'n Brew is almost here! Enjoy barbeque from local vendors, grab an exclusive Q 'n Brew cup, listen to live music from Bluetastic Fangrass - Lou Wamp & The Bluetastics , get up close with our ambassador animals, and watch our rapid reptiles race for their favorite treats! 🍉 You don't want to miss this fun-filled, all-ages event!🦒 For more information and to grab your tickets before they sell out visit: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/q-n-brew We want to thank our Q 'n Brew sponsors and vendors: Children's Hospital at Erlanger Winn Smiles TailGate Brewery Chattanooga Sticky Fingers - Chattanooga TN Pinnacle Financial Partners Party Bites Kitchen + Catering and Event Space Soul Que BioLife Plasma Services
Congratulations to Chelcie Chastain! You have won our giveaway for two free Ice Cream Safari tickets! Please message us within 24 hours to claim your tickets. 🍦Thanks so much to everyone who participated in our contest! We will see you all at Ice Cream Safari next Saturday, June 15th! 🍧🐾For more info & tickets : https://www.chattzoo.org/events/ice-cream-safari
Congratulations to Kristi Chenault Herin! You have won our giveaway for two free Spirits in the Wild tickets! Please message us within 24 hours to claim your tickets. 🥂 Thanks so much to everyone who participated in our contest! We will see you all at Spirits in the Wild this Saturday!🐾🍷 More info and tickets: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/spirits-in-the-wild
Get ready for a WILD night out! 🐾 Spirits in the Wild, our premier 21+ plus event, is next Saturday, May 18th! 🥂 Enjoy an open bar, appetizers, animal meet and greets, live music, full access to the Zoo, and much more! Click the link below to grab your tickets today! https://www.chattzoo.org/events/spirits-in-the-wild
Dive into conservation with Zoo Club! 🌍 In this program, teens will explore wildlife and gain career insights through monthly meetings with our Education Staff. 🐾 Click the link below to register for Fall 2024 Zoo Club! https://www.chattzoo.org/education/teens
Check out a day in the life of our Ambassador Zoo Keeper, Sam! If you're interested in becoming an Ambassador Zoo Keeper, click on the link below.☀ https://www.chattzoo.org/about/careers
Party for the Planet is next Saturday, April 27! Join us and Reflection Riding as we build a pollinator garden, remove invasive species and clean up a creek! Plus, the first 85 volunteers to sign up receive free tickets to see Luke Simmons & the Lovestruck at Reflection Riding. Sign up for your volunteer slot here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B044EA5A928A6F58-48716791-party#/
Summer Zoo Camp registration is open! ☀🌿 Visit our website at https://www.chattzoo.org/education/camps to reserve your spot before it fills up! We're offering four great Summer Camp programs for rising first through eighth graders including up-close animal experiences, scientific discoveries, new friends and a whole lot of FUN!
Rachel is here to tell you all about our Zoo Teen volunteer program! Zoo Teens learn to engage with Zoo visitors, work closely with our education staff, and even become familiar with ambassador animals at the Zoo during this 8-week summer program. Apply today: https://www.chattzoo.org/volunteer/youth
Congratulations to Corrie Lyn Alexander! You have won our giveaway for two free Hug a Bunny tickets! Please direct message us to claim your tickets. 🐰🌷 Thanks so much to everyone who entered our contest! See you all at Hug a Bunny tomorrow and Saturday!
Hug a Bunny is almost here! 🐰 Come watch our animals enjoy their Spring-themed enrichment activities this Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.! Your ticket covers all Hug a Bunny features and regular Zoo admission, too! 🎟 More info and tickets here: https://www.chattzoo.org/events/hug-a-bunny
Happy Women's History Month from the Chattanooga Zoo! We are thankful for all the amazing women who lead the pack in animal care, education, guest services, facilities, special events, veterinary care, and other key roles at our Zoo.❤
Hug a Bunny is March 29 and 30 at the Chattanooga Zoo! Get up close with real live bunnies, take a photo with the Easter Bunny, and enjoy springtime crafts and games like the Golden Egg Hunt! Tickets are on sale now at https://www.chattzoo.org/events/hug-a-bunny
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