A Komodo Dragon may grow as many as 200 new teeth each year.
Plan your day around our many exciting Keeper Activities:
9.45am |
Black Rhino Talk & Feed (map ref A18)Watch as the Zoo’s Black Rhinos receive their breakfast. A great opportunity to hear aboutour world renowned breeding program for this endangered species. |
11.30am |
Hippopotamus Talk & Feed (map ref K11)Although fed at 11.30am, you may catch a glimpse of this great African animal stillfeeding up to an hour afterwards. |
12.10pm |
African Elephant Talk (map ref J9)Ever wanted to know how to tell an African Elephant from an Asian Elephant?Our Zoo Keepers will explain the difference as they work with our gorgeous African girls Yum Yum and Cuddles. |
12.35pm |
Siamang Apes Feed (map ref R12)(NOT WEDNESDAYS)You may hear the territorial booming call of our resident Siamang Ape family as they receive their lunch from our Zoo Keeper. |
3.00pm |
Tortoise Feed (map ref M23)The giant Galapagos Tortoise can weigh up to 180 kg, be over a metre long and liveto be over 100 years old. Get a close look at this amazing creature during this afternoon feeding session. |
3.45pm |
African Wild Dog Feed (map ref B19)Witness nature at work as the African Wild Dogs devour their afternoon meal. |
Keeper Talks are informational presentations by our Zoo Keepers.
During Keeper Feeds, our keepers are available to answer questions while feeding the animals.
Please note that some presentations are seasonal. Please contact us on +61 2 6881 1400 or email wpz@zoo.nsw.gov.au to confirm their availability.
Some presentations are weather dependant. In the event of a cancellation we apologise for the inconvenience.