Seasons & Episodes
Project Platypus
Zookeepers have noticed that their silverback gorilla Kibali, has been unwell. But giving a nearly two-hundred-kilogram
Red Panda-monium!
Taronga Zoo’s keepers try to reign in a very randy red panda! Vets and keepers work together to attempt a procedure ra
Oh Rhi-No You Don't!
For the first time in ten years, Taronga vets get up close to a silverback gorilla.
Lemur Me Alone!
A pregnant ringtail lemur is badly injured in a fight and Taronga's vets have grave concerns for her unborn baby.
Rin Tin Tooth Trouble
A mysterious virus threatens to wipe out an entire species of snapping turtles.
103-Year-Old Tortoise
Taronga staff throw a surprise party for the zoo’s oldest resident, Esmerelda, the 103-year-old Giant Aldabra Tortoise
Bush Fire Rescue
As the largest bushfires on record devastate the country, Taronga Zoo vets take the battle to save Australian native wil
Baby Bongo
Taronga’s keepers get up close to their elephants at bath time.
Joey Ride
Baby koala’s first ride on mum’s back doesn’t go according to plan.
Giraffe-Ic Park
Keepers prepare to move their 3 giraffes to a brand-new enclosure.
Chimp Change
Zoo staff embark on an ambitious, year-long undertaking in an effort to help Naomi the chimpanzee overcome a complicated
New Neck of the Woods
Taronga Zoo's new African Savannah Precinct welcomes its residents.
Once a Cheetah, Always a Cheetah
Two squirrel monkeys arrive in Taronga with a clear goal - to mate with as many females as possible; unfortunately, it a
Don't Bilby a Stranger
Injured koala Malakai enters the zoo's breeding program; a baby crocodile enjoys some treats; a lesser-known Australian
Hungry, Hungry Hippo
A lemur's sunbathing leads to concerns about his health. A baby hippopotamus is born at the Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo.
Sealing The Deal
The worldwide pandemic halts inter-zoo transfers, leaving Taronga with too many Sumatran tigers. An injured seal arrives
Pup, Pup And Away
Nala, the Australian sea lion, gives birth to a healthy pup! The zoo prepares to welcome zebras to the African Savanna e
Monkey May I?
After years away, the king of the jungle returns to Sydney Harbor. And Taronga's Wildlife Hospital treats injured green
Battle Of The Bellows
Koalas, lions, siamangs, and others compete for the most boisterous bellow.
Roo Can't Chew
The red kangaroo alpha male Malu has trouble eating and gets help from the mobile hospital team; the expected shipment o
Rhi-Yes or Rhino?
Vets use different methods to find out if two of Taronga rhinoceros are pregnant.
The Devil You Know
Taronga Zoo staff work to save the Tasmanian devil from a deadly disease.
A Bug's Life
A celebration of the unsung heroes of Taronga Zoo: insects.
Hide and Beak
Pairing endangered parrots for breeding is more complicated than it seems.
Platypus Emergency
Vets race to nurse a malnourished platypus back to health.
Gimme Shell-ter
Keepers show off Taronga's terrific turtles.
Five's a Crowd
The keepers guess how many cubs Mayah the lioness will give birth to.
Hoofin' It
Two of Taronga Zoo's gorillas will be anesthetized for their checkups.
X-Ray Marks the Spot
After weeks of training, keepers prepare an elephant for x-ray imaging.
It's a Hoot
An injured barn owl arrives at Taronga for treatment. Keepers say goodbye to beloved sun bear Mr. Hobbs.
What a Joey!
Keepers learn that one of the bilbies has a joey in its pouch. Arrangements are made for the baby’s arrival.
Turkey Takeover
Keepers and maintenance staff must make space for an uninvited resident that loves making a mess.
Red Panda Problems
To bring Amala the red panda to the animal hospital for treatment, vets must dart her from afar. But can they bring her
Lion Cub Life
Before Taronga’s five new lion cubs can make their public debut, they must pass their medical checks and meet their fa
Larry and Stitch
An injured baby echidna is brought to Taronga for rehabilitation. Keepers hand-raise it for a year before releasing it t
Snake Snack
Keepers hide tasty treats in puzzles for the snakes and lizards to discover. This type of enrichment showcases the repti
Feeding the Zoo
The complicated task of feeding all of Taronga’s residents falls on the zoo’s nutrition officers.
Bunny Boo Boo
A dental dilemma for Daphne the bunny.
The Tweetest Thing
Scientists teach a rare bird its natural mating song.
Meat the Butcher
Taronga Zoo's only butcher goes through his busy day.
Penguin SOS
A penguin with a serious leg injury is brought in for rehab.
Going Batty
In order to ensure their survival, researchers study bats.
Giraffe Jimiyu
In one of the biggest vet procedures ever performed at Taronga Zoo nearly thirty staff and specialists are involved in t
Lwasi's New Family
Two gorillas are at the hospital as a pair of lions is getting acquainted.
King Hala
A king cheetah has slowed down, and 97 turtle hatchlings return to the sea.
Monkey Business
A takhi hoof trim takes a scary turn, and a male monkey needs some space.
Camel Lump
A mystery lump on Ras the camel's ear has everyone stumped so it's time to investigate; the team find themselves in the
Wild Dog Masego
Masego the wild dog needs surgery on a worrying lump on her chest; a little penguin comes in to the hospital after narro
A Perfect Storm
A wild koala has an unknown illness, and a new sea lion arrives at the zoo.
What a Galah
Taronga's free flight bird experience is a favourite with visitors, but it can take months of training to ensure the bir
Black Rhino Birth
After a 16-month gestation, Kufara, the 13-year-old black rhino, has gone into labour with her second calf.
The Singing Gibbon
The mating song between a white-cheeked gibbon pair was a joy to hear, but when Taronga's female gibbon, Nellie, died si
Lion Toothache
Lioness Maya has a fractured tooth, leading to a potentially life-threatening abscess. Taking a 160-kilogram cat to the
Saving Koalas
A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on the shores
Raising Gracie
Abandoned koala joey Gracie proves to be the cutest possible housemate to foster mother and keeper Annii, who has taken
Breaking the Ice
Jacob learns about managing the coexistence of savannah animals; zoo staff face challenges during a health check of two
Platypus Emergency
All-hands-on-deck to try and save a six-month-old platypus; a breeding pair of Galapagos tortoises; in a breeding attemp
Chimp Challenge
The team undertake one of their biggest challenges and do health checks on all 21 chimpanzees; in Dubbo, a lace monitor
Carnivores Galore
A behind-the-scenes look at running Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on Sydney Harbour's shores.
Healing Hippos
At Taronga, keeper Carolene observes cloudiness in hippo Nile’s eyes, leading to an urgent investigation. Due to hippo
Little Penguin Rescue
Taronga’s Wildlife Hospital is the go-to destination for local injured wildlife.
Savannah Elephants
At Taronga's Western Plains Zoo, it's bath time for some of the largest residents.
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