AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums conduct or facilitate research in both in situ and ex situ settings that advance scientific knowledge of the animals in their care, enhances the conservation of wild populations, and engages and inspires the visiting public.
Atalanta showed her skill when she hunted a bear. Though it was killed by Meleager, she was the
one who succeeded in wounding it. She also defeated Hercules’ father Peleus in
a wrestling match. She is said to be as
strong and athletic as she was beautiful.
