The Chattanooga Zoo is a proud sponsor of the Snow Leopard Trust (SLT), an organization dedicated to protecting the endangered snow leopard and its habitat. Each year we donate monetary gifts for...| Tumblr
Celebrating African American Scientists in Zoos and Zoology! Happy Black History Month from the Chattanooga Zoo! To celebrate, we’re honoring Black scientists who have changed the world of zoos and zoology forever through their work and discoveries. Mary J. Wilson and Charles Henry Turner are two Black scientists with incredible stories who have made significant contributions in the field of zoology throughout their lives. Mary J. Wilson was born January 2th, 1937, in West Baltimore, ...| Chattanooga Zoo Crew Blog
Animal Care During the Cold Snap Two weeks ago, Chattanooga was hit with a cold snap complete with ice, snow, single-digit temperatures and a wind chill to match. The Chattanooga Zoo closed to the public for a few days due to the unsafe cold and icy conditions, but our team worked around the clock to keep our reZOOdents safe and warm throughout the winter weather. After all, what’s more fun than an overnight stay at the Zoo? (Although that’s usually more of a summer activity.) The Zoo’s...| Chattanooga Zoo Crew Blog
From Nov. 16, 2023, to January 14, 2024, the Chattanooga Zoo will keep its doors open after-hours for its second-ever Asian Lantern Festival. Beginning at 5:30 p.m. each night of the festival, attendees will take an evening tour of the Chattanooga Zoo with a large collection of stunning lanterns, games and moving, interactive displays to light the way. “This event helps bring our community together to make unforgettable memories while also inspiring a deeper appreciation of animals and our ...| Chattanooga Zoo Crew Blog