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Gung settles in at DubboAsian Elephant bull, Gung, has well and truly settled in at his new home at Taronga Western Plains Zoo since arriving from Taronga Zoo Sydney in late…
Posted on 21st February 2018 by Media Relations
Goats arrive for new Pride Lands exhibitThe Zoo is now home to a breeding group of 10 Australian Miniature Goats that will soon be moved to the new African Lion Pride Lands exhibit!
Posted on 14th February 2018 by Media Relations
Lucky second! Another Spider Monkey baby bornChristmas celebrations were aplenty at Taronga Western Plains Zoo last year, with the special arrival of another female Black-handed Spider Monkey…
Posted on 12th February 2018 by Media Relations
Love in the animal kingdomIn the spirit of Valentine’s Day, we have compiled a list of just a few of the most committed animal couples.
Posted on 08th February 2018 by Media Relations
Make a difference by living sustainablySo you recycle, use a reusable coffee cup and say “no” to straws, but what else can we do to live and promote sustainability?
Posted on 07th February 2018 by Media Relations
Sound of little hooves bring in the New YearThe pitter patter of little hooves has been welcomed at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, with the arrival of a rare Przewalski's Horse foal.
Posted on 05th February 2018 by Media Relations
Successful breeding of the world's smallest glidersTaronga Zoo is celebrating the breeding success of more than 20 Feathertail Glider infants, one of the smallest mammals in the world.
Posted on 01st February 2018 by Media Relations
New name for Spider Monkey babyKeepers have announced a brand new name for a Black-handed Spider Monkey baby, born at the Zoo on 9 October 2017!
Posted on 31st January 2018 by Media Relations
Lions in trainingAs construction of African Lions Pride Lands nears completion, TWPZ Keepers are preparing the pride of eight African Lions for the big move to their…
Posted on 31st January 2018 by Media Relations
Wake up with a koalaHow would you like to wake up with a koala outside your window? At the new Wildlife Retreat at Taronga, you can do just that!
Posted on 31st January 2018 by Media Relations
Another run on the board for Rhino Conservation at TarongaA rare Southern Black Rhinoceros calf born at Taronga Western Plains Zoo on October 31 last year now has a name!
Posted on 30th January 2018 by Media Relations
Dental surgery fit for a kingTaronga Western Plains Zoo’s Wildlife Hospital delivers veterinary care for a vast range of animals and the Hospital recently treated a most…
Posted on 16th January 2018 by Media Relations