New baby animals to see at Taronga Zoo Sydney

With the Easter long weekend and the autumn school holidays just around the corner, Taronga Zoo Sydney is teeming with excitement as a baby boom brightens the zoo. From the swimming lessons of a newborn Pygmy Hippo calf to the playful antics of two adventurous chimp babies, the imminent public appearance of a young seal pup, and the joyful announcement of twin Red Panda cubs, Taronga Zoo is bustling with new life and activities to see and do. These adorable newcomers join the ranks of zoo family favourites, offering a wide range of attractions for visitors. Guests can look forward to the Seals for the Wild and Free Flight Bird presentations, immerse themselves in Taronga’s new ‘Staying Alive’ conservation presentation, engage with daily keeper talks, and explore the newly opened nguwing nura – Nocturnal country. For those seeking adventure, the Wild Ropes course awaits, alongside the Red Energy kids trail, designed to thrill and educate. Among the zoo’s heartwarming stories is that of Hippo calf Lololi, who with each day, gains more confidence in her aquatic abilities under the watchful eye of her mother, Kambiri. “Lololi is mastering the art of holding her breath and propelling herself from the pool’s bottom for a fresh gulp of air. Her curiosity is delightful; she’s often spotted mouthing leaves, sometimes adorning them as a makeshift hat,” detailed Ungulate Keeper, Renae Moss. Recognised as a critical part of the zoo’s mission to support the endangered West African species, the eight-week-old female Pygmy Hippo is a cherished addition. Visitors are… Read More