Macheo the White Rhino calf turns one!
Macheo the White Rhino calf is celebrating a special milestone on Wednesday 14 May – it’s his first birthday! Macheo was born to mother, Mopani in…
Posted on 07th May 2014 by Media Relations
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Update from MadagascarUpdate from Madagascar
Update from Madagascar
Madagascar is an amazing place and we have already learnt so much about this country and its amazing flora and fauna.
Posted on 07th May 2014 by Media Relations
Boxing with BirubiBoxing with Birubi
Boxing with Birubi
Birubi is one of Taronga’s young male Red Kangaroos – and he’s growing up fast!
Posted on 06th May 2014 by Media Relations
Cheetah mum leads the way for cubsCheetah mum leads the way for cubs
Cheetah mum leads the way for cubs
As Mother's Day approaches Taronga Western Plains Zoo is paying tribute to animal mothers who do an amazing job of raising their young, helping…
Posted on 05th May 2014 by Media Relations
Vale Lulu 1952-2014Vale Lulu 1952-2014
Vale Lulu 1952-2014
Lulu led a fascinating and globetrotting life.
Posted on 02nd May 2014 by Media Relations
A Seal star is bornA Seal star is born
A Seal star is born
A common question asked of Taronga’s Marine Mammal keepers is: “How long does it take to train a seal for the seal show?” The answer is not a simple…
Posted on 01st May 2014 by Media Relations
Tropicbird found in Dunedoo released back to the wildTropicbird found in Dunedoo released back to the wild
Tropicbird found in Dunedoo released back to the wild
A juvenile Tropicbird was released off the Heads in Sydney Harbour today, three weeks after it was first rescued in Dunedoo, near Dubbo, nearly 300…
Posted on 29th April 2014 by Media Relations
Taronga welcomes trio of ‘big’ babiesTaronga welcomes trio of ‘big’ babies
Taronga welcomes trio of ‘big’ babies
Taronga’s Herpetofauna department is celebrating the birth of three Night Skinks (Liopholis striata), which have proven to be some very big babies!
Posted on 27th April 2014 by Media Relations
A Royal day at the Bird ShowA Royal day at the Bird Show
A Royal day at the Bird Show
Surreal, there’s no other word for it. On Easter Sunday, Their Royal Highnesses, the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, visited Taronga Zoo and opened…
Posted on 24th April 2014 by Media Relations
Little joey ready for a big roleLittle joey ready for a big role
Little joey ready for a big role
Truffles the Long-nosed Potoroo joey may be small, but she is being groomed for a big role in keeping the Australian bush healthy.
Posted on 23rd April 2014 by Media Relations
Cassowaries back on exhibitCassowaries back on exhibit
Cassowaries back on exhibit
Taronga Zoo’s Cassowaries can now be seen in their refurbished rainforest exhibit. The male and female Cassowaries are sharing separate…
Posted on 15th April 2014 by Media Relations
Wombat in care after being mauled by a dogWombat in care after being mauled by a dog
Wombat in care after being mauled by a dog
A wild female wombat is currently receiving treatment at Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s Wildlife Hospital after being mauled by a dog.
Posted on 15th April 2014 by Media Relations