Taronga awarded gold for sustainability
Taronga recognised by NSW Government for outstanding environmental achievement and leadership.
Posted on 26th June 2017 by Media Relations
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World Giraffe Day - A day dedicated to gentle giantsWorld Giraffe Day - A day dedicated to gentle giants
World Giraffe Day - A day dedicated to gentle giants
Today marks a very special day for giraffes at Taronga Western Plains Zoo, and around the world.
Posted on 21st June 2017 by Media Relations
Pygmy Hippo laps up the funPygmy Hippo laps up the fun
Pygmy Hippo laps up the fun
Kamina, our Pygmy Hippo calf is thriving, and Keeper Gabe Virgona explains why it’s easiest to see her before mid-afternoon each day.
Posted on 01st June 2017 by Media Relations
Lions cubs growing upLions cubs growing up
Lions cubs growing up
Four Lion cubs are now six months old
Posted on 29th May 2017 by Media Relations
Elephant birth update: Taronga keepers at the ready for calf due within daysElephant birth update: Taronga keepers at the ready for calf due within days
Elephant birth update: Taronga keepers at the ready for calf due within days
Keeper Johny updates us on the progress of our Asian Elephant Pak Boon who’s calf is due to be born any day now.
Posted on 22nd May 2017 by Media Relations
10 endangered species saved from extinction by zoos10 endangered species saved from extinction by zoos
10 endangered species saved from extinction by zoos
Zoos across the world are helping keep endangered species safe from extinction. Here are 10 amazing species saved from the brink by zoo conservation.
Posted on 22nd May 2017 by Media Relations
Otter pup starts to explore after lifesaving birthOtter pup starts to explore after lifesaving birth
Otter pup starts to explore after lifesaving birth
A tiny otter pup has begun to venture outside its nest at Taronga Zoo after being delivered in a lifesaving caesarean birth.
Posted on 18th May 2017 by Media Relations
Getting ready for a baby Elephant at Taronga Zoo SydneyGetting ready for a baby Elephant at Taronga Zoo Sydney
Getting ready for a baby Elephant at Taronga Zoo Sydney
It’s all hands on deck at Taronga Zoo as keepers prepare for the birth of an Asian Elephant. Here’s keeper Tim on how Taronga’s staff—and the…
Posted on 18th May 2017 by Media Relations
Getting to know GungGetting to know Gung
Getting to know Gung
With the much-anticipated birth of Pak Boon’s second calf getting closer, there is one important factor that hasn’t received as much attention – and…
Posted on 05th May 2017 by Media Relations
Sabai is six months old!Sabai is six months old!
Sabai is six months old!
Today marks a big milestone for Sabai the Asian Elephant calf, he is now six months old!
Posted on 01st May 2017 by Media Relations
It's a girl! Zoo welcomes Black Rhino calf in DubboIt's a girl! Zoo welcomes Black Rhino calf in Dubbo
It's a girl! Zoo welcomes Black Rhino calf in Dubbo
Taronga Western Plains Zoo is excited to announce the arrival of a female Southern Black Rhino calf, born Tuesday 11 April 2017.
Posted on 28th April 2017 by Media Relations
Helping hand for injured EchidnaHelping hand for injured Echidna
Helping hand for injured Echidna
Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s Wildlife Hospital has been caring for a sub-adult Echidna for the past six weeks that was found in an abandoned mine…
Posted on 23rd April 2017 by Media Relations