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Then there were four!Then there were four!
Then there were four!
Then there were four!

Four Giraffe calves born in 10 weeks at the zoo!

Posted on 10th March 2016 by Media Relations

Max celebrates a big first yearMax celebrates a big first year
Max celebrates a big first year
Max celebrates a big first year

Our young Australian Sea-lion, Maximus, celebrated his first birthday today, digging into a giant fish from keepers.

Posted on 09th March 2016 by Media Relations

Cookie Monster to meet families at TarongaCookie Monster to meet families at Taronga
Cookie Monster to meet families at Taronga
Cookie Monster to meet families at Taronga

The world’s favourite furry, blue, googly-eyed monster will trade his apartment on Sesame Street for Taronga Zoo on Monday, when he visits for a free…

Posted on 07th March 2016 by Media Relations

Sisters of the Order of Perpetual Indulgence Enjoy the Wildest Tour in SydneySisters of the Order of Perpetual Indulgence Enjoy the Wildest Tour in Sydney
Sisters of the Order of Perpetual Indulgence Enjoy the Wildest Tour in Sydney
Sisters of the Order of Perpetual Indulgence Enjoy the Wildest Tour in Sydney

Taronga was once again thrilled to today host the 23rd annual pilgrimage of the Order of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and their dedicated…

Posted on 03rd March 2016 by Media Relations

Ghostly pair born at Australian NightlifeGhostly pair born at Australian Nightlife
Ghostly pair born at Australian Nightlife
Ghostly pair born at Australian Nightlife

Keepers at Taronga’s Australian Nightlife are celebrating some new arrivals, with the birth of two Ghost Bat pups.

Posted on 03rd March 2016 by Media Relations

Lion cubs celebrate first birthdayLion cubs celebrate first birthday
Lion cubs celebrate first birthday
Lion cubs celebrate first birthday

The first lion cubs to be born at Taronga Western Plains Zoo have celebrated a special milestone.

Posted on 29th February 2016 by Media Relations

Zoo welcomes nine African Wild Dog PupsZoo welcomes nine African Wild Dog Pups
Zoo welcomes nine African Wild Dog Pups
Zoo welcomes nine African Wild Dog Pups

The first litter of African wild dogs since 2009 are almost ready for display!

Posted on 25th February 2016 by Media Relations

AUSTRALIA’S FIRST GREATER ONE-HORNED RHINO CALF MAKES PUBLIC DEBUTAUSTRALIA’S FIRST GREATER ONE-HORNED RHINO CALF MAKES PUBLIC DEBUT
AUSTRALIA’S FIRST GREATER ONE-HORNED RHINO CALF MAKES PUBLIC DEBUT
AUSTRALIA’S FIRST GREATER ONE-HORNED RHINO CALF MAKES PUBLIC DEBUT

Visitors can see Australia's first Greater One-horned Rhino calf with his Mother Amala in a special behind the scenes viewing area!

Posted on 19th February 2016 by Media Relations

Today we celebrate World Pangolin DayToday we celebrate World Pangolin Day
Today we celebrate World Pangolin Day
Today we celebrate World Pangolin Day

Pangolins are one of the most endangered animals in the world.

Posted on 19th February 2016 by Media Relations

Diyara makes a safe returnDiyara makes a safe return
Diyara makes a safe return
Diyara makes a safe return

Getting to free-fly birds is one of the most rewarding experiences of my life, and a daily occurrence for our flock of Red-tailed Cockatoos.

Posted on 18th February 2016 by Media Relations

Taronga Ambassadors Pitch in for Zoo's CentenaryTaronga Ambassadors Pitch in for Zoo's Centenary
Taronga Ambassadors Pitch in for Zoo's Centenary
Taronga Ambassadors Pitch in for Zoo's Centenary

Taronga’s 2016 Centenary has begun with help from renowned supporters like Sir David Attenborough and Dr Jane Goodall, to actor Naomi Watts and rock…

Posted on 16th February 2016 by Media Relations

Zuleta prepares for big journeyZuleta prepares for big journey
Zuleta prepares for big journey
Zuleta prepares for big journey

Zuleta, our two-year-old Andean Condor, is getting ready for a big trip this week as she prepares for a new life in Florida.

Posted on 16th February 2016 by Media Relations