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A third Addax calf bornA third Addax calf born
A third Addax calf born
A third Addax calf born

Taronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed yet another Addax calf in the last week of spring with a male Addax calf born 27 November 2014.

Posted on 04th December 2014 by Media Relations

Statement Regarding Evacuation Safety DrillStatement Regarding Evacuation Safety Drill
Statement Regarding Evacuation Safety Drill

#Public Notice, #Taronga Zoo Sydney

Statement Regarding Evacuation Safety Drill

Taronga is having an important safety evacuation drill after 3pm on Monday 8 December and all staff and visitors will be evacuated.

Posted on 03rd December 2014 by Media Relations

Quokka joey climbs into keepers’ hearts at TarongaQuokka joey climbs into keepers’ hearts at Taronga
Quokka joey climbs into keepers’ hearts at Taronga
Quokka joey climbs into keepers’ hearts at Taronga

A Taronga Zoo keeper has begun the round-the-clock task of caring for a six-month-old Quokka, one of three joeys born at the Zoo this breeding season.

Posted on 28th November 2014 by Media Relations

Zoo continues success at Tourism AwardsZoo continues success at Tourism Awards
Zoo continues success at Tourism Awards
Zoo continues success at Tourism Awards

Taronga Western Plains Zoo has won the NSW Tourism Awards for Best Tourist Attraction and Unique Accommodation at the NSW Tourism Awards gala…

Posted on 28th November 2014 by Media Relations

Statement Regarding Zoo EnrichmentStatement Regarding Zoo Enrichment
Statement Regarding Zoo Enrichment

#Public Notice, #Taronga Zoo Sydney

Statement Regarding Zoo Enrichment

Taronga’s commitment to all animals in its care includes the provision of a stimulating and rich environment full of challenges and activities.

Posted on 27th November 2014 by Media Relations

Hippo calf a little ladyHippo calf a little lady
Hippo calf a little lady
Hippo calf a little lady

Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s female Hippo calf now has a name - Kibibi meaning ‘little lady’ in Swahili. Kibibi is now 11 weeks old and has more than…

Posted on 26th November 2014 by Media Relations

School groups in Narrandera to receive a visit from Taronga’s ZoomobileSchool groups in Narrandera to receive a visit from Taronga’s Zoomobile
School groups in Narrandera to receive a visit from Taronga’s Zoomobile
School groups in Narrandera to receive a visit from Taronga’s Zoomobile

Taronga Zoo’s Zoomobile is heading to pre-schools and primary schools in Narrandera from 25-27 November.

Posted on 26th November 2014 by Media Relations

Rhino poaching in 2014 already a terrible recordRhino poaching in 2014 already a terrible record
Rhino poaching in 2014 already a terrible record
Rhino poaching in 2014 already a terrible record

Today is a sad day as reports out of South Africa state a record number of rhinos have been poached this year. To date, 1020 rhinos have died at the…

Posted on 21st November 2014 by Media Relations

Stay cool in Summer with Kylie the KeeperStay cool in Summer with Kylie the Keeper
Stay cool in Summer with Kylie the Keeper
Stay cool in Summer with Kylie the Keeper

Hey Everybody! Just remember over the summer to drink plenty of water, wear plenty of sunscreen, plus your hat and sunglasses. Also, shady trees are…

Posted on 21st November 2014 by Media Relations

Tambo comes of ageTambo comes of age
Tambo comes of age
Tambo comes of age

Taronga Zoo is home to three beautiful Eastern Bongo (also known as Mountain Bongo), the youngest of which has recently become a fully fledged member…

Posted on 20th November 2014 by Media Relations

Wild Adventures this Summer at TarongaWild Adventures this Summer at Taronga
Wild Adventures this Summer at Taronga
Wild Adventures this Summer at Taronga

Come on a wild adventure these school holidays with a new gorilla baby, two chimpanzee babies, the exciting Dinosaur Trail to explore and Taronga’s…

Posted on 20th November 2014 by Media Relations

Eclectus Parrot hatched at TarongaEclectus Parrot hatched at Taronga
Eclectus Parrot hatched at Taronga
Eclectus Parrot hatched at Taronga

Keen-eyed visitors may be fortunate enough to spot a juvenile Eclectus Parrot in the Rainforest Aviary. Hatched mid-August the young female is now…

Posted on 19th November 2014 by Media Relations