Abigail Maurer

Abigail Maurer is an experienced animal care professional with a background in zoology and education. Currently serving as a Relief Keeper at The Maryland Zoo since April 2023, Abigail previously held the position of Bird Keeper 1 at Zoo Atlanta, where responsibilities included daily husbandry for a diverse bird collection and training in operant conditioning. Additionally, Abigail has worked as an Educator II at Zoo Atlanta, providing wildlife programming, and gained experience as an Overnight Program Specialist at Georgia Aquarium. Abigail's foundational experiences include undergraduate research at Kennesaw State University, where a Bachelor of Science in Biology was earned, as well as roles as a campus tour guide and kennel technician.