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Vale Suzie HippoVale Suzie Hippo
Vale Suzie Hippo
Vale Suzie Hippo

The team at Taronga Western Plains Zoo are deeply saddened by the unexpected passing of aged Hippo, Suzie on Tuesday.

Posted on 30th June 2016 by Media Relations

Patty the Pigeon turns 37!Patty the Pigeon turns 37!
Patty the Pigeon turns 37!
Patty the Pigeon turns 37!

Patrick, our Victoria Crowned Pigeon, turns a remarkable 37 years old today!

Posted on 29th June 2016 by Media Relations

Rescued seal returns to the wild after Sydney stormRescued seal returns to the wild after Sydney storm
Rescued seal returns to the wild after Sydney storm
Rescued seal returns to the wild after Sydney storm

A young fur seal has been released back into the wild, less than two weeks after being rescued from Sydney’s wild storms.

Posted on 29th June 2016 by Media Relations

Turtle gets a helping handTurtle gets a helping hand
Turtle gets a helping hand
Turtle gets a helping hand

The team at Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s Wildlife Hospital recently farewelled a patient who had spent the previous month in care recovering from…

Posted on 27th June 2016 by Media Relations

TARONGA CELEBRATES A DECADE OF PENGUIN CARE ON NORTHERN BEACHESTARONGA CELEBRATES A DECADE OF PENGUIN CARE ON NORTHERN BEACHES
TARONGA CELEBRATES A DECADE OF PENGUIN CARE ON NORTHERN BEACHES
TARONGA CELEBRATES A DECADE OF PENGUIN CARE ON NORTHERN BEACHES

Over 820 Northern Beaches students today celebrated 10 years of caring for Little Penguins through the Zoo’s Project Penguin program.

Posted on 27th June 2016 by Media Relations

Tiny glider prepares for big role at TarongaTiny glider prepares for big role at Taronga
Tiny glider prepares for big role at Taronga
Tiny glider prepares for big role at Taronga

He may be small enough to climb along a keeper’s arm, but Taronga Zoo’s newest Yellow-bellied Glider joey is preparing to play a big role in…

Posted on 23rd June 2016 by Media Relations

Kids teach kids event for endangered wildlifeKids teach kids event for endangered wildlife
Kids teach kids event for endangered wildlife
Kids teach kids event for endangered wildlife

If you ever want to feel inspired about the future of our planet, sit down and listen to what young people have to say!

Posted on 22nd June 2016 by Media Relations

Celebrating World Giraffe DayCelebrating World Giraffe Day
Celebrating World Giraffe Day
Celebrating World Giraffe Day

Today is World Giraffe Day, an opportunity to raise awareness and support for giraffe conservation.

Posted on 21st June 2016 by Media Relations

Dentist visits the ZooDentist visits the Zoo
Dentist visits the Zoo
Dentist visits the Zoo

Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s female Asian Elephant, Porntip and three Black Rhinoceros were treated this week by a specialist veterinary dentist, Dr…

Posted on 17th June 2016 by Media Relations

Zebra and Onagers have made a move!Zebra and Onagers have made a move!
Zebra and Onagers have made a move!
Zebra and Onagers have made a move!

Zebra and Onagers have made a move!

Posted on 27th May 2016 by Media Relations

Taronga shines a light on threatened species during Vivid SydneyTaronga shines a light on threatened species during Vivid Sydney
Taronga shines a light on threatened species during Vivid Sydney
Taronga shines a light on threatened species during Vivid Sydney

An illuminated trail of giant animal lanterns will light up Taronga Zoo tonight, as the Zoo joins in the spectacle of Vivid Sydney, the world’s…

Posted on 27th May 2016 by Media Relations