Category Archives: Media Release

Bush Stone-curlews bred at Perth Zoo and Caversham Wildlife Park will leave Perth tomorrow for a new life in Wadderin Sanctuary in the State’s central Wheatbelt. The release program is a first for the species in Western Australia and only … Continue reading →

Perth Zoo penguins return to exhibit following major renovation works Works include infrastructure upgrade and new boardwalk Perth Zoo’s popular penguin colony has returned to the public eye following a major renovation of the zoo’s Australian Wetlands and Penguin Plunge … Continue reading →

Perth Zoo expecting more than 3,000 visitors on ANZAC Day. Free entry offered to service men and women. Extends existing supported entry program. The State Government will provide free entry to the Perth Zoo on ANZAC Day for serving and … Continue reading →

Two critically endangered Sumatran Orangutans born at Perth Zoo. As few as 6,300 Sumatran Orangutans left in the wild. Perth Zoo’s internationally-renowned breeding colony of critically endangered Sumatran Orangutans has added another two youngsters to its fold. Environment Minister Bill … Continue reading →

Perth Zoo’s latest breeding success – two Red Panda cubs – made their first brief public appearance today as veterinary staff gave them a health check and vaccinations. The cubs, who have been tucked away in their nest box under … Continue reading →

Perth Zoo’s newest resident has been named Twiga, which is the Swahili word for giraffe. Environment Minister Bill Marmion said the name was chosen from more than 1,200 entries in a public naming competition run with The West Australian. The … Continue reading →

Her hair might be thinner and she might be a little less energetic but Tricia the Asian Elephant is still one of the most popular residents at Perth Zoo. The gentle-natured giant celebrated her 55th birthday today with a 1.5m … Continue reading →

A three-day-old giraffe made her public debut at Perth Zoo today with her famous mother Misha who is known throughout the world thanks to “The Kiss” photo. Misha has now been captured on camera giving birth to her seventh calf … Continue reading →

Perth Zoo has unveiled a free iPhone application which will provide visitors with an interactive experience and a new way to explore the zoo. Environment Minister Bill Marmion said the app included a graphical map of the zoo, GPS tracking … Continue reading →

A precious, prickly new arrival made its first public appearance at Perth Zoo today. The echidna puggle, the latest breeding success at the Zoo, was given a quick weigh and inspection by keepers, before being placed back in its nursery … Continue reading →