Sing, fly, and soar like a bird at Zoo Atlanta! Join us for a fun-filled day celebrating migratory birds.
- Migrate around the Zoo to observe the various species that call Zoo Atlanta home
- Learn all about migratory birds through biofact exploration, games, and activities.
- Learn the basics of birding and showcase your new skills in The Living Treehouse and around the Zoo.
- Get up close with bird biofacts! Check out different nests, eggs, and bird anatomy.
- Discover how Zoo Atlanta is a part of an international research network tracking birds with our very own Motus tower.
- Can’t join us in person? Check out Zoo Atlanta’s social media networks for a special World Migratory Bird Day takeover.
- Show you’re a conservation hero year-round with the purchase of an Animal Awareness Day tote bag!
- Use provided fabric markers to decorate and make your bag unique.
- All proceeds go to the Zoo’s conservation fund that allows us to help animals in the wild and their habitats.
Activities are free for Zoo Atlanta Members and children under 3; free with general admission.
Why should you care?
Of the over 10,000 species of birds on this planet, only about 15% of them participate in migration. However, this small percentage includes many of our favorite and well-known backyard birds, such as American goldfinches, painted buntings, and American robins.
Unfortunately, migration is also one of the most dangerous times for these species, and these dangers often come from our own actions. Window collisions, loss of habitats, outdoor cats, and trapping for the illegal trade are just some of the threats faced by migratory birds every year.
Luckily, although we are part of the problem, we can be part of the solution! Simple actions such as planting native plants in your garden, placing anti-collision tape on reflective windows, and turning unneeded lights off at night during migration season can help save hundreds of these birds from an untimely death. Join us at Zoo Atlanta to celebrate World Migratory Bird Day, and learn more about these amazing birds and what you can do to help them on their incredible journey!