Zoo Atlanta is another Georgia entity that some would say is struggling and trying to survive the pandemic.
The over-130-year-old zoo reopened in May after the state’s shutdown earlier this year of all nonessential businesses in order to help combat the spread of the coronavirus.
Since then, Zoo Atlanta officials have had visitors make reservations online, via the zoo’s website, so that they have a scheduled, defined tour time.
The zoo’s deputy director, Dr. Hayley Murphy, spoke to WABE “Morning Edition” host Lisa Rayam about how the Atlanta institution continues to operate during a pandemic.
“We have an emergency support fund available through our website and social media sites,” Murphy said. “The community has been incredible about supporting us. We’re still asking for support in any way we can because, like other zoos and aquariums, the financial impact has really been overwhelming.”
