TRAFFIC Update
A TRAFFIC report released last week confirmed thousands of Asian bears had been illegally traded for body parts between 2000 and 2011.
Posted on 26th August 2014 by Media Relations
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Students take action to protect glider countryStudents take action to protect glider country
Students take action to protect glider country
Project Yellow-bellied Glider has been a journey of amazing science, leadership, Aboriginal and conservation learning experiences for 150 school…
Posted on 22nd August 2014 by Media Relations
Taronga’s Tapir enjoys a winter pamperingTaronga’s Tapir enjoys a winter pampering
Taronga’s Tapir enjoys a winter pampering
Dry skin in winter is a problem for people and Taronga Zoo’s Brazilian Tapir, ‘Tiquie’, who relies on a daily pampering to keep her skin and hair…
Posted on 22nd August 2014 by Media Relations
Squirrel Monkeys infants are growing up fastSquirrel Monkeys infants are growing up fast
Squirrel Monkeys infants are growing up fast
Our two infant Squirrel Monkeys are now just over 3 1/2 months old, and growing up fast.
Posted on 22nd August 2014 by Media Relations
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Zoo welcomes male Giraffe calfZoo welcomes male Giraffe calf
Zoo welcomes male Giraffe calf
Taronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed a male Giraffe calf born on Sunday 3 August 2014 to the delight of visitors on the early morning walk tour.
Posted on 20th August 2014 by Media Relations
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Orang-utans Beat the Winter Cold with a Warm CuppaOrang-utans Beat the Winter Cold with a Warm Cuppa
Orang-utans Beat the Winter Cold with a Warm Cuppa
On cold winter mornings Taronga Zoo’s Orang-utans, Jantan and Willow are given a special enrichment treat of warming herbal tea.
Posted on 19th August 2014 by Media Relations
Wild Spring Excitement at TarongaWild Spring Excitement at Taronga
Wild Spring Excitement at Taronga
There will be no shortage of excitement at Taronga Zoo these school holidays following the birth of a male Chimpanzee in Taronga’s renowned…
Posted on 18th August 2014 by Media Relations
Puddle playtime at B2BPuddle playtime at B2B
Puddle playtime at B2B
At least someone’s happy with the rain!
Posted on 18th August 2014 by Media Relations
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National Science Week at the ZooNational Science Week at the Zoo
National Science Week at the Zoo
Approximately 60 students from Dubbo and Peak Hill converged on Taronga Western Plains Zoo today to participate in workshops as part of National…
Posted on 14th August 2014 by Media Relations
Shiba’s little bundle arrivesShiba’s little bundle arrives
Shiba’s little bundle arrives
Life does indeed come full circle and not quite a year after the arrival of young Fumo, we are extremely excited to welcome to another baby…
Posted on 13th August 2014 by Media Relations
10 Wildlife Apps Recommended by Taronga10 Wildlife Apps Recommended by Taronga
10 Wildlife Apps Recommended by Taronga
Taronga have stumbled across 10 fantastic wildlife apps that teach you everything you need to know about plants and animals; from how to identify…
Posted on 13th August 2014 by Media Relations
Chimp baby born at TarongaChimp baby born at Taronga
Chimp baby born at Taronga
Taronga Zoo’s renowned chimpanzee group has welcomed a tiny new addition, with experienced mother, Shiba giving birth to a healthy baby over the…
Posted on 11th August 2014 by Media Relations