Giraffes have two short horns, which lie down flat at birth. Males (bulls) grow extra bony lumps on their large heads which they use to fight other bulls. They swing their necks to hit each other. This is called ‘necking’.
Work Experience
Interested in a career in animal care, Zoo-keeping or Zoo horticulture? Taronga Zoo can help you find out if it's the right choice for you through its range of vocational education programs.
School Work Experience
Taronga Zoo's work experience program enables school students in years 10, 11 and 12 to explore first hand the world of at the Zoo.
Meet-A-Keeper
A one-day program for school students aged 14 years and over who have expressed a keen interest in pursuing a career at the Zoo but are unable to attend Work Experience.
