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Taronga is ready to ring in the New YearTaronga is ready to ring in the New Year
Taronga is ready to ring in the New Year
Taronga is ready to ring in the New Year

Taronga Zoo has become a hugely popular vantage point to view Sydney’s spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks, but many visitors ask what happens to…

Posted on 30th December 2013 by Media Relations

Little Penguin returns to the wild for ChristmasLittle Penguin returns to the wild for Christmas
Little Penguin returns to the wild for Christmas
Little Penguin returns to the wild for Christmas

A Little Penguin will get to celebrate Christmas in the wild after being nursed back to health at Taronga Zoo's Wildlife Hospital.

Posted on 24th December 2013 by Media Relations

Chimp family welcomes 'Fumo'Chimp family welcomes 'Fumo'
Chimp family welcomes 'Fumo'
Chimp family welcomes 'Fumo'

Our baby chimp has a name! We welcome ‘Fumo’ to our chimpanzee community. As the weeks pass, he is growing steadily bigger and stronger and becoming…

Posted on 23rd December 2013 by Media Relations

Addax calf rejoins the herdAddax calf rejoins the herd
Addax calf rejoins the herd
Addax calf rejoins the herd

The Addax calf that had a rocky start to life after he was orphaned at birth is continuing to progress well under the watchful eye of its keepers at…

Posted on 19th December 2013 by Media Relations

Summer zoo babies bring in the new yearSummer zoo babies bring in the new year
Summer zoo babies bring in the new year
Summer zoo babies bring in the new year

Keepers are delighted by the arrival of three new Zoo babies this summer. Born across December the Addax calf, Wapiti fawn and Zebra foal are…

Posted on 19th December 2013 by Media Relations

Seal survivor finds a home at TarongaSeal survivor finds a home at Taronga
Seal survivor finds a home at Taronga
Seal survivor finds a home at Taronga

A young New Zealand Fur Seal attacked by a shark in July has survived against the odds to find a new home at Taronga Zoo.

Posted on 10th December 2013 by Media Relations

Boobook Owl gets back on its feetBoobook Owl gets back on its feet
Boobook Owl gets back on its feet
Boobook Owl gets back on its feet

A fledgling Southern Boobook is recovering at Taronga Zoo's Wildlife Hospital after being found with a fractured left leg beside a road at…

Posted on 09th December 2013 by Media Relations

Cheetah cubs progressing wellCheetah cubs progressing well
Cheetah cubs progressing well
Cheetah cubs progressing well

Since the birth of these three Cheetah cubs, Halla has been an impeccable mother, which is exceptionally pleasing considering this is her first…

Posted on 03rd December 2013 by Media Relations

Aussie Animals are back at Woolworths and they’re cuter than ever!Aussie Animals are back at Woolworths and they’re cuter than ever!
Aussie Animals are back at Woolworths and they’re cuter than ever!
Aussie Animals are back at Woolworths and they’re cuter than ever!

Following on from the overwhelming response to the recent educational initiative – Aussie Animals Collectable Album and Cards – Woolworths and…

Posted on 03rd December 2013 by Media Relations

Homeward Bound: A Hobby’s TaleHomeward Bound: A Hobby’s Tale
Homeward Bound: A Hobby’s Tale
Homeward Bound: A Hobby’s Tale

Ever been on an impromptu adventure? Our Australian Hobby and star of Taronga’s Bird Show, Pez certainly has!

Posted on 03rd December 2013 by Media Relations

Taronga recognised for Sumatran conservation workTaronga recognised for Sumatran conservation work
Taronga recognised for Sumatran conservation work
Taronga recognised for Sumatran conservation work

Taronga Zoo has been recognised for its support of wildlife conservation projects in Sumatra by Leif Cocks, President and founder of The Orangutan…

Posted on 01st December 2013 by Media Relations

Lying in with LuluLying in with Lulu
Lying in with Lulu
Lying in with Lulu

These last few weeks have delivered some extreme weather in Sydney, from hot and dry days to torrential rain and cold winds. Days like these can…

Posted on 22nd November 2013 by Media Relations