A new Giraffe arrived at Perth Zoo today after a three day cross-country journey from Sydney’s Taronga Zoo.
“We obviously had to map out a route that didn’t have any low bridges or over passes
Ten of the nineteen numbats born this year at Perth Zoo were fitted with radio collars today ahead of being released into the wild within Australia’s second largest feral cat-free area.
the removal of feral cats and foxes is key to the survival of the numbat which have
Every day there’s a team of special wildlife warriors helping Perth Zoo thrive.
Our volunteers (Docents) have a wealth of different skills and expertise, but they
Here at Perth Zoo, we not only talk-the-talk when it comes to wildlife conservation – but walk-the-walk. We recently sat down with two of our zoologists, Jenna and Marty, to chat about their time volunteering with Perth Zoo partner, Madagascan Fauna and Flora which helps conserve wild lemur populations.
J: I wanted to volunteer to learn even more about a species I have worked with throughout
We be-leaf in a brighter future for tree kangaroos!
program As part of the globally coordinated breeding program, we are proud to have
The animals and plants at Perth Zoo are from all corners of the globe. Find out more with these excellent and informative fact sheets and explore your world.
Description: Pebble-mimic Dragons have a round body that resembles a stone.
Baby porcupines are known as porcupettes and have been delighting keen eyed visitors
Go behind-the-scenes to experience our rare and extraordinary animals up-close!
All children aged 10-15 must have a Koala Encounter ticket and be accompanied by
Cheetahs are excellent hunters. First of all they approach their prey very carefully until they are within a few metres, then when the time is right, they run at lightning speed. If the fleeing prey suddenly changes direction, the Cheetah can simply turn its body mid-leap. Its flexible spine makes this possible. Howeve
However, if they have no success after a few hundred metres, they have to give up
There is no better place for your children or students to spend a day. Amazing animals, fresh air and fun – special experiences for your animal enthusiast!
We are also the ONLY zoo in the world to have released some back to protected pockets
