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New faces ready to greet visitors at TarongaA boisterous Australian Sea-lion pup named Maximus is just one of the new faces waiting to greet visitors at Taronga Zoo these school holidays.
Posted on 10th June 2015 by Media Relations
Looking out for lizardsBluetongue lizards become adults at around 3 years of age and they can live to about 30 years old! Imagine if you had one as a pet or a wild one…
Posted on 29th May 2015 by Media Relations
Update on Taronga's chimp infantsIt has been a busy year so far for our group of chimpanzees and we are always excited to see how the infants grow and develop into an integral part…
Posted on 26th May 2015 by Media Relations
Asian Elephants settle into Taronga Western Plains ZooThe four new Elephants are already busily exploring their new home to the delight of zoo keepers. Mum, Porntip, and five year old calf, Pathi Harn,…
Posted on 25th May 2015 by Media Relations
Spotty arrivals settle inTwo male Cheetahs are now calling Taronga Western Plains Zoo home following their transfer from Halls Gap. After completing their quarantine at the…
Posted on 25th May 2015 by Media Relations
Lion cub trio on displayKeepers at Taronga Western Plains Zoo are pleased to announce that three Lion cubs born in late February are now on display for visitors to see.
Posted on 18th May 2015 by Media Relations
Daggles “Gets Physical”Getting regular veterinary check-ups is a normal part of life at Taronga Zoo. It ensures that all animals within the collection receive the best…
Posted on 14th May 2015 by Media Relations
Taronga's Australian Sea-lion pup is great news for futureTaronga’s new male Australian Sea-lion pup is just a few weeks old and is already telling his keepers who’s the boss.
Posted on 12th May 2015 by Media Relations
Alice the Green Turtle Returns to the OceanA juvenile Green Turtle named ‘Alice’ is back at sea to help humans learn more about turtles’ secret lives.
Posted on 08th May 2015 by Media Relations
It's a boy! Precious new arrival debuts in DubboTaronga Western Plains Zoo is thrilled to announce the arrival of a male Black Rhino calf, born in the very early hours of Monday 20 April.
Posted on 08th May 2015 by Media Relations
Elephants arrive two by twoTaronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo has welcomed four Asian Elephants from sister zoo, Taronga, in Sydney.
Posted on 05th May 2015 by Media Relations
TRAFFIC UpdateMy name is Sarah and I am a wildlife crime analyst. I currently work at TRAFFIC, the wildlife trade monitoring network.
Posted on 01st May 2015 by Media Relations