Tigers are back at Taronga Zoo!
Taronga Zoo is thrilled to announce that Sumatran Tigers have returned, and invites you to discover the four in our care at the exciting new Tiger…
Posted on 20th August 2017 by Media Relations
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Shark know howShark know how
Shark know how
There are over 510 species of shark worldwide and 182 of these sharks have been found in Australian waters (as of 2010), but only a handful are known…
Posted on 09th August 2017 by Media Relations
Preventing Shark AttacksPreventing Shark Attacks
Preventing Shark Attacks
Even though shark attacks are random events and remain an unlikely danger for humans entering the water there is always a level of risk involved. To…
Posted on 09th August 2017 by Media Relations
NSW Girls Academy visits ZooNSW Girls Academy visits Zoo
NSW Girls Academy visits Zoo
Taronga Western Plains Zoo welcomed a group of 170 girls and their development officers from 10 Girls Academies across NSW on Wednesday, who enjoyed…
Posted on 04th August 2017 by Media Relations
A Day in the Life of Dr Karrie RoseA Day in the Life of Dr Karrie Rose
A Day in the Life of Dr Karrie Rose
What happens on a typical work day at Taronga? Dr Karrie Rose, Manager of the Australian Registry of Wildlife Health, takes us behind the scenes of…
Posted on 03rd August 2017 by Media Relations
Echidnas look sharp for loveEchidnas look sharp for love
Echidnas look sharp for love
Keeper Imogen explains why Taronga’s Short-beaked Echidna breeding program is so special, and the bizarre mating ritual she is watching for.
Posted on 03rd August 2017 by Media Relations
Jai Dee grows in confidenceJai Dee grows in confidence
Jai Dee grows in confidence
Jai Dee is growing in confidence, learning to swim and eat. Keeper Gabe tells us which foods Jai Dee is starting to try and just how many muscles he…
Posted on 03rd August 2017 by Media Relations
Two healthy Addax calves born in JuneTwo healthy Addax calves born in June
Two healthy Addax calves born in June
Taronga Western Plains Zoo is pleased to announce the arrival of two healthy Addax calves, born in late June.
Posted on 28th July 2017 by Media Relations
Conservation South Luangwa FellowshipConservation South Luangwa Fellowship
Conservation South Luangwa Fellowship
TWPZ Keeper Bobby-Jo Clow tells of her two-week Fellowship with Conservation South Luangwa.
Posted on 24th July 2017 by Media Relations
A check in with the lion cubsA check in with the lion cubs
A check in with the lion cubs
Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s four male Lion cubs are nearing eight months of age, and are displaying their boisterous, active personalities more than…
Posted on 20th July 2017 by Media Relations
New Eland babies kick-start calving seasonNew Eland babies kick-start calving season
New Eland babies kick-start calving season
Five healthy Eland calves were born in the past two weeks, which marks the start of calving season for this antelope species at Taronga Western…
Posted on 18th July 2017 by Media Relations
Lion Pridelands Taking ShapeLion Pridelands Taking Shape
Lion Pridelands Taking Shape
Construction of the exciting new African Lion Pridelands exhibit at Taronga Western Plains Zoo is progressing well, with the project now past the…
Posted on 13th July 2017 by Media Relations