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Zebra foal taking it in its stride

Submitted 3 years 1 month ago by taronga.
Taronga Western Plains Zoo's Zebra foal is growing and developing well under the watchful eye of her mother.

Working with Wild Komodo Dragons

Submitted 3 years 1 month ago by taronga.
One of our Zoo Keepers recently got back from Rinca Island where he worked with wild Komodo Dragons, the world's largest land lizard. Find out more about his adventures with the Komodo Dragon Survival Program.

Letter from Lord Howe Island

Submitted 3 years 1 month ago by taronga.
Some of our Zoo Keepers are enjoying a sea change on Lord Howe Island! Find out why they're currently calling this island home.

Burma and Gigi great companions

Submitted 3 years 1 month ago by taronga.
Our old female Asian Elephants, Burma and Gigi, are continuing to be great companions for each other and enjoy spending their days together sharing a paddock at Taronga Western Plains Zoo.

Kibabu from our Zoo Keepers’ Perspective

Submitted 3 years 2 months ago by taronga.
Kibabu, our majestic Silverback, holds a special place in the hearts of many ...not least of all his dedicated keepers who have cared for him since he arrived in 1996. As a way of farewelling this extraordinary Taronga family member, the keepers have shared a few of their special memories and insights about Kibabu.

Update from the Field from Tapir keeper, Justine Powell

Submitted 3 years 2 months ago by taronga.
Tapirs are found across South and Central America and Asia. They play a critical role in seed dispersal and nutrient recycling, but most species of tapir are vulnerable to extinction. Taronga supports a conservation initiative run by Tapir “Guru”, Dr. Pati Medici. In May this year our Tapir Keeper, Justine was awarded a fellowship to work with Pati.

Beads for Wildlife

Submitted 3 years 2 months ago by taronga.
Visitors to Taronga Western Plains Zoo have made a difference for the elephants, giraffe and endangered African Wild Dogs of Northern Kenya, simply by buying stunning beaded giftware from our Beads for Wildlife campaign.

Fantasea Harbour Hike

Submitted 3 years 2 months ago by taronga.
Some 3,000 hikers including dads of all ages will take to the spectacular Harbour foreshore paths around the lower north shore this Father’s Day, Sunday 1 September to help discover the secrets of Sydney Harbour and raise much needed funds for marine research.

Managing Meerkat politics

Submitted 3 years 2 months ago by taronga.
Meerkats are social animals that are very resourceful and family-orientated, as long as you know your place in the hierarchy.

Global Tiger Day

Submitted 3 years 2 months ago by taronga.
Monday 29 July 2013 is Global Tiger Day and helps draw attention to the plight of these animals in the wild

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White Rhino Macheo
Update on three year old White Rhino Macheo
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Notice of potential hazard associated with article of merchandise
Taronga Zoo advises that an item sold during the recent Vivid festival at the Zoo poses a potential hazard if broken apart.
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Public notice about Australia Habitat Phase 1 & Taronga Wildlife Retreat
As part of a 10 year Centenary Master Plan upgrade, Taronga has submitted plans to build an Australian Habitat Exhibit (phase 1) which includes an overnight conservation experience called the Taronga Wildlife Retreat.
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Statement regarding Danish zoo dissection
Taronga Zoo would not dissect animals for public display. Taronga’s first concern is always for the welfare and dignity of the remarkable animals in our care.
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