New arrival in time for World Rhino Day
Taronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed the pitter patter of little hooves ahead of World Rhino Day on Sunday 22 September. Southern Black…
Posted on 20th September 2024 by Media Relations
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Release of zoo-bred birds boosts critically endangered Regent Honeyeater numbersRelease of zoo-bred birds boosts critically endangered Regent Honeyeater numbers
Release of zoo-bred birds boosts critically endangered Regent Honeyeater numbers
In a significant step towards the conservation of one of Australia’s most critically endangered birds, 49 zoo-bred Regent Honeyeaters have been…
Posted on 18th September 2024 by Media Relations
FIRST SPRING DELIVERY A TALL ORDER AT DUBBO ZOOFIRST SPRING DELIVERY A TALL ORDER AT DUBBO ZOO
FIRST SPRING DELIVERY A TALL ORDER AT DUBBO ZOO
Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s Giraffe herd has welcomed a leggy delivery, with a calf born into the herd just ahead of the start of Spring.
Posted on 09th September 2024 by Media Relations
Dubbo Zoo Ele-brates Jumbo NewsDubbo Zoo Ele-brates Jumbo News
Dubbo Zoo Ele-brates Jumbo News
Taronga Western Plains Zoo is eagerly preparing for a jumbo arrival with Elephant Keepers confirming the pregnancy of 18-year-old Asian Elephant…
Posted on 30th August 2024 by Media Relations
Taronga's Outdoor CinemaTaronga's Outdoor Cinema
Taronga's Outdoor Cinema
Taronga's outdoor cinema, the perfect family activity for the long weekend. Harbour View Cinema is a one-of-a-kind movie experience in Sydney,…
Posted on 20th August 2024 by Media Relations
No Laughing matterNo Laughing matter
No Laughing matter
In a suburban backyard in Sydney, a peculiar sight sparked concern and curiosity — a Laughing Kookaburra found grounded and seemingly unwell. Known…
Posted on 20th August 2024 by Media Relations
Taronga collaborates with international partners to conserve the iconic platypusTaronga collaborates with international partners to conserve the iconic platypus
Taronga collaborates with international partners to conserve the iconic platypus
A world-first research program aiming to conserve the iconic Platypus is now underway on Dundullimal Tubba-Gah Wiradjuri Country at Taronga Western…
Posted on 07th August 2024 by Media Relations
Celebrating the BantengCelebrating the Banteng
Celebrating the Banteng
Also known as the Tembadau, the Banteng is a species of wild bovine found in Southeast Asia.
Posted on 07th August 2024 by Media Relations
Jump, slither and crawl into ARCJump, slither and crawl into ARC
Jump, slither and crawl into ARC
Taronga Zoo Sydney is delighted to announce the official opening of its Amphibian & Reptile Conservation Centre (ARC). Coming just in time for…
Posted on 26th June 2024 by Media Relations
Koala safely returned to the wildKoala safely returned to the wild
Koala safely returned to the wild
A Koala joey has been safely returned to the wild after a check-up at Taronga Western Plains Zoo Wildlife Hospital.
Posted on 24th June 2024 by Media Relations
New babies on the way on World Giraffe DayNew babies on the way on World Giraffe Day
New babies on the way on World Giraffe Day
The Zoo has announced the news on World Giraffe Day, and Keeper Glyn Avery said as many as six females are pregnant in the Zoo’s Giraffe breeding…
Posted on 19th June 2024 by Media Relations