Osedax
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Looks like they're in the former outdoor Lace Monitor exhibit.
Sydney Zoo Sydney Zoo News 2025
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scallywag2024
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Do we know where they came from?
They haven’t disclosed that as of yet. If they’re a breeding trio, they may have come from two different sources. Dubbo and Gorge welcomed joeys last year; and Darling Downs Zoo in 2023.
Wild Quokka also enter the captive population from time to time.
Osedax
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Featherdale is another possibility - they currently have 5 separate Quokka exhibits.
Possibly not Featherdale!!!!!
I see you bred some in recent years Steve.
I see you bred some in recent years Steve.
2023, as I mentioned above.
Dubbo and Gorge also bred last year.
Two of the new Quokkas have been named after two radio hosts - the male, 'Wippa', and the female, 'Fitzy'.
The article also confirms the plan is to breed from the Quokkas.
Quokka surprise: ‘Fitzy & Wippa’ find a new home at Sydney Zoo
The article also confirms the plan is to breed from the Quokkas.
Quokka surprise: ‘Fitzy & Wippa’ find a new home at Sydney Zoo
I see you bred some in recent years Steve.
Yep. 2023 and 2024. Looking good for 2025 also.
But my comment above was in reference to the history between Featherdale and Sydney Zoo.
Chimpanzee update:
Leakey and Mzuri went on exhibit for the first today:
Mzuri spent this morning out on habitat for the first time, and she absolutely loved every moment!
She was bursting with her signature pocket rocket energy and received plenty of affectionate hugs from Babsi, our Alpha Female Chimpanzee.
Mzuri won’t be out every day just yet, as we’re taking things slowly to help her feel comfortable and confident in her new home.
Leakey and Mzuri went on exhibit for the first today:
Mzuri spent this morning out on habitat for the first time, and she absolutely loved every moment!
She was bursting with her signature pocket rocket energy and received plenty of affectionate hugs from Babsi, our Alpha Female Chimpanzee.
Mzuri won’t be out every day just yet, as we’re taking things slowly to help her feel comfortable and confident in her new home.
New Cheetahs
Sydney Zoo have posted on instagram about three new male Cheetah’s arriving at the zoo, and resident Cheetah Obi moving to a facility. Nothing about where they’ve come from yet, or where Obi is going. Instagram post below:
New Spots & Sweet Goodbyes
We're thrilled to welcome three new cheetah boys! They've settled into their habitat and are already stealing hearts with their speed and charm.
At the same time, we're saying a fond farewell to our much-loved cheetah Obi, who will be leaving next Tuesday, April 29th to join the regional breeding program. Obi is a keeper favourite and will be deeply missed — but we're all so proud of him and this exciting new chapter.
Come say hello to the new crew and goodbye to Obi before his big move!
Sydney Zoo have posted on instagram about three new male Cheetah’s arriving at the zoo, and resident Cheetah Obi moving to a facility. Nothing about where they’ve come from yet, or where Obi is going. Instagram post below:
New Spots & Sweet Goodbyes
We're thrilled to welcome three new cheetah boys! They've settled into their habitat and are already stealing hearts with their speed and charm.
At the same time, we're saying a fond farewell to our much-loved cheetah Obi, who will be leaving next Tuesday, April 29th to join the regional breeding program. Obi is a keeper favourite and will be deeply missed — but we're all so proud of him and this exciting new chapter.
Come say hello to the new crew and goodbye to Obi before his big move!
Although Obi comes from a well represented line, this move makes a lot of sense demographically given a trio of bachelor males could make better use of this exhibit than a lone male.
It’ll be interesting to see where Obi goes given his relatedness to so many of the Monarto and Dubbo females (the breeding powerhouses). Perhaps somewhere smaller like the Wild Cat Conservation Centre.
Topic of the Bull Shark deaths has been split to here: Sydney Zoo's Bull Sharks have died [Sydney Zoo]
New Cheetah:
The arrival of the new Cheetah (three males from Monarto) has now been announced on socials:
Our three new cheetah boys Mwindaji, Balozi, and Moyo are officially settled into their new habitat, and it shows! With playful sprints, curious exploring, and those signature cheetah smiles, they’re already melting hearts.
1.0 Moyo (12/03/2023) Innis x Quailee
1.0 Balozi (05/04/2023) Innis x Kuishi
1.0 Mwindaji (05/04/2023) Innis x Kuishi
Koala birth:
From socials:
This morning, our experienced koala mum Kirra welcomed a new joey into the world!
After a 34-day gestation, this tiny miracle will now spend the next 6 months snuggled safely in mum’s pouch before taking its very first peek at the world.
This adorable arrival marks the 5th koala birth of the season here at Sydney Zoo and we couldn’t be more excited to share the journey with you.
From socials:
This morning, our experienced koala mum Kirra welcomed a new joey into the world!
After a 34-day gestation, this tiny miracle will now spend the next 6 months snuggled safely in mum’s pouch before taking its very first peek at the world.
This adorable arrival marks the 5th koala birth of the season here at Sydney Zoo and we couldn’t be more excited to share the journey with you.
A Nyala has been born at Sydney Zoo to female Kijani. The five-week-old calf has been sexed as female and named Kapuki - reported on their FB page.
How many Nyala do they have? I only saw 1 bull there last month
A herd of 1.3 was reported by @Osedax in September 2024, so presumably 1.4 now (assuming no deaths).
The three (adult) females were noted to have replaced three males (Sydney previously held a bachelor herd). It appears these bulls have transferred out (but either way, are no longer on exhibit).
Female Giraffe, Nzuri (along with her unborn calf) has sadly died following complications during labour. Quote taken from Sydney Zoos social media:
It is with deep sadness that Sydney Zoo announces the death of our beloved female giraffe, Nzuri, and her unborn calf, following severe complications during labour.
Late Thursday night, animal care staff noticed signs of active labour in Nzuri. As her labour progressed, it became apparent that the birth was not proceeding normally. A dedicated team of three veterinarians and two veterinary nurses from several institutions was immediately mobilised to intervene and assist with the delivery.
Upon examination under anaesthesia, the team found the calf in an abnormal position; the calf's two front legs were emerging, however, the head and neck was malpositioned, making safe delivery impossible. Despite the team's best efforts, it became evident that the calf had died and due to the stress and difficulty of the birth, Nzuri’s condition had severely deteriorated.
Faced with no viable options to save her, the very difficult decision was made to humanely euthanise Nzuri to prevent her from further suffering.
“This is an incredibly heartbreaking outcome for all involved,” said Tim Bennett Animal Care Manager Exotics “Our animal care team did everything possible to try and save both the calf and the mother, Nzuri. Decisions like this are never made lightly. The animal’s welfare is always our primary concern.”
Nzuri was a much-loved member of the Sydney Zoo family, and her passing has deeply affected all staff who cared for her daily.
It is with deep sadness that Sydney Zoo announces the death of our beloved female giraffe, Nzuri, and her unborn calf, following severe complications during labour.
Late Thursday night, animal care staff noticed signs of active labour in Nzuri. As her labour progressed, it became apparent that the birth was not proceeding normally. A dedicated team of three veterinarians and two veterinary nurses from several institutions was immediately mobilised to intervene and assist with the delivery.
Upon examination under anaesthesia, the team found the calf in an abnormal position; the calf's two front legs were emerging, however, the head and neck was malpositioned, making safe delivery impossible. Despite the team's best efforts, it became evident that the calf had died and due to the stress and difficulty of the birth, Nzuri’s condition had severely deteriorated.
Faced with no viable options to save her, the very difficult decision was made to humanely euthanise Nzuri to prevent her from further suffering.
“This is an incredibly heartbreaking outcome for all involved,” said Tim Bennett Animal Care Manager Exotics “Our animal care team did everything possible to try and save both the calf and the mother, Nzuri. Decisions like this are never made lightly. The animal’s welfare is always our primary concern.”
Nzuri was a much-loved member of the Sydney Zoo family, and her passing has deeply affected all staff who cared for her daily.