New Eland babies kick-start calving season
Five healthy Eland calves were born in the past two weeks, which marks the start of calving season for this antelope species at Taronga Western…
Posted on 18th July 2017 by Media Relations
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Lion Pridelands Taking ShapeLion Pridelands Taking Shape
Lion Pridelands Taking Shape
Construction of the exciting new African Lion Pridelands exhibit at Taronga Western Plains Zoo is progressing well, with the project now past the…
Posted on 13th July 2017 by Media Relations
Black Rhino calf born in April named 'Mesi'Black Rhino calf born in April named 'Mesi'
Black Rhino calf born in April named 'Mesi'
Taronga Western Plains Zoo is excited to announce a name for 12-week-old female Southern Black Rhinoceros calf – ‘Mesi’.
Posted on 07th July 2017 by Media Relations
Farewell to Taronga Western Plains Zoo DirectorFarewell to Taronga Western Plains Zoo Director
Farewell to Taronga Western Plains Zoo Director
Matthew Fuller has resigned from the position of Director after more than 12 years of service to Taronga Western Plains Zoo.
Posted on 06th July 2017 by Media Relations
Newly named hippo baby - KendiNewly named hippo baby - Kendi
Newly named hippo baby - Kendi
Taronga Western Plains Zoo’s five-week old hippo calf now has a name - Kendi - announced at the Zoo this morning by the Today Show!
Posted on 29th June 2017 by Media Relations
The Today Show is in town!The Today Show is in town!
The Today Show is in town!
Essential information for tomorrow’s Today Show broadcast at the Zoo.
Posted on 28th June 2017 by Media Relations
Mammoth fun these school holidays at TarongaMammoth fun these school holidays at Taronga
Mammoth fun these school holidays at Taronga
Asian Elephant calf Jai Dee is just one of four adorable yet endangered baby animals visitors can see at Taronga Zoo during the school holidays this…
Posted on 27th June 2017 by Media Relations
Taronga's elephant calf gets a name with heartTaronga's elephant calf gets a name with heart
Taronga's elephant calf gets a name with heart
The Director and CEO of Taronga Conservation Society Australia, Cameron Kerr, today announced the Thai name of Taronga’s new Asian Elephant calf.
Posted on 27th June 2017 by Media Relations
A visit to the Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary, by Nerida TaylorA visit to the Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary, by Nerida Taylor
A visit to the Sumatran Rhino Sanctuary, by Nerida Taylor
Thanks to a Zoo Friends fellowship, Taronga Western Plains Zoo Keeper, Nerida Taylor, travelled to Sumatra in May 2017 to meet and work with Sumatran…
Posted on 27th June 2017 by Media Relations
Taronga awarded gold for sustainabilityTaronga awarded gold for sustainability
Taronga awarded gold for sustainability
Taronga recognised by NSW Government for outstanding environmental achievement and leadership.
Posted on 26th June 2017 by Media Relations
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