Correct! The DDZ imported four unrelated Brazilian Agouti from zoos in the USA in early 2016. We have been breeding them and supplying regional zoos ever since.
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Correct! The DDZ imported four unrelated Brazilian Agouti from zoos in the USA in early 2016. We have been breeding them and supplying regional zoos ever since.
13 Numbat joeys have been born behind the scenes at Perth Zoo. Three of them are currently being handraised due to mismothering: Celebrating Numbat joeys
Construction on Primate Crossing Starts 2024
The cafe precinct/playground/function centre opened today:
https://www.miragenews.com/perth-zoo-unveils-new-cafe-precinct-playground-1101069/
While I appreciate this isn’t the most exciting news in the world, it represents the completion of the first phase of the masterplan and a progression to more exciting projects:
Today's opening marks the first official project completed as part of Perth Zoo's ambitious Master Plan, which was underpinned by a $51 million investment from the Cook Government.
This is the first of many milestones we are celebrating, with plans for builds of the upcoming Primate Crossing ready to kick off next year.
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From masterplan:
A Future Vision For Perth Zoo
Primate Crossing:
Overhead rope pathways will allow gibbons to swing further than ever before, expanding their territory and choice as they pass over visitors walking below.
The Primate Crossing promises to be an engaging and awe-inspiring moment that greets visitors when they first arrive inside the Zoo and when they leave after a fun-filled and exciting day.
The cafe precinct/playground/function centre opened today:
https://www.miragenews.com/perth-zoo-unveils-new-cafe-precinct-playground-1101069/
While I appreciate this isn’t the most exciting news in the world, it represents the completion of the first phase of the masterplan and a progression to more exciting projects:
Today's opening marks the first official project completed as part of Perth Zoo's ambitious Master Plan, which was underpinned by a $51 million investment from the Cook Government.
This is the first of many milestones we are celebrating, with plans for builds of the upcoming Primate Crossing ready to kick off next year.
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From masterplan:
A Future Vision For Perth Zoo
Primate Crossing:
Overhead rope pathways will allow gibbons to swing further than ever before, expanding their territory and choice as they pass over visitors walking below.
The Primate Crossing promises to be an engaging and awe-inspiring moment that greets visitors when they first arrive inside the Zoo and when they leave after a fun-filled and exciting day.
Update on Memphis
An update on Memphis, who’s been unwell in recent months:
Rhinormous effort for Memphis | Perth Zoo
The expert healthcare he’s received have brought about an improvement in his quality of life; but are an important reminder this rhino, who turns 36 this month, won’t be around forever.
On that note, the zoo itself is celebrating its birthday next week. On October 17, Perth Zoo will celebrate 125 years.
An update on Memphis, who’s been unwell in recent months:
Rhinormous effort for Memphis | Perth Zoo
The expert healthcare he’s received have brought about an improvement in his quality of life; but are an important reminder this rhino, who turns 36 this month, won’t be around forever.
On that note, the zoo itself is celebrating its birthday next week. On October 17, Perth Zoo will celebrate 125 years.
Apologies in advance as this isn’t news.
I’m visiting Perth Zoo (and Australia) for the first time in December from London. I’ve booked the rhino experience and was wondering if anyone can has any information about the rhino (such as names, age etc.) and if there’s any stand out things I shouldn’t miss at the zoo.
Thanks in advance
I’m visiting Perth Zoo (and Australia) for the first time in December from London. I’ve booked the rhino experience and was wondering if anyone can has any information about the rhino (such as names, age etc.) and if there’s any stand out things I shouldn’t miss at the zoo.
Thanks in advance
Apologies in advance as this isn’t news.
I’m visiting Perth Zoo (and Australia) for the first time in December from London. I’ve booked the rhino experience and was wondering if anyone can has any information about the rhino (such as names, age etc.) and if there’s any stand out things I shouldn’t miss at the zoo.
Thanks in advance
The zoo have two male Southern white rhinoceros. The older male is Memphis. He was born 23/10/1987 at the Memphis Zoo and was imported in 1990. The younger male is Bakari, who was born at Perth Zoo on 28/05/2005 to Memphis and Sabie.
The highlight of my visit was the orangutan colony, the elephants and the nocturnal house. The orangutan complex is historically significant, so I’d take time to appreciate it in its current state before it undergoes extensive renovations in the coming years. Similarly, the elephants are being phased out (they’re being transferred to Monarto Safari Park next year), so I’d also make the most of seeing elephants at Perth Zoo.
African lions:
1.0 Jelani (24/04/2013) Leroy x Tiombe
0.1 Makeba (28/02/2015) Lazarus x Maya
0.1 Uzuri (28/02/2015) Lazarus x Maya
Asian elephant:
1.0 Putra Mas (00/00/1989) Imported 1992
0.1 Permai (00/00/1989) Imported 1992
Sumatran orangutan:
1.0 Dinar (06/03/1987) Imported 2004
0.1 Puteri (12/06/1970) Atjeh x Puan
0.1 Utama (19/06/1979) Atjeh x Puteri
0.1 Sekara (20/07/1990) Hsing Hsing x Puspa
0.1 Pulang (21/12/1993) Atjeh x Puan
0.1 Teliti (20/10/2009) Hsing Hsing x Puteri
1.0 Sungai (30/12/2011) Dinar x Sekara
0.1 Lestari (09/01/2012) Hsing Hsing x Pulang
1.0 Jelani (24/04/2013) Leroy x Tiombe
0.1 Makeba (28/02/2015) Lazarus x Maya
0.1 Uzuri (28/02/2015) Lazarus x Maya
Asian elephant:
1.0 Putra Mas (00/00/1989) Imported 1992
0.1 Permai (00/00/1989) Imported 1992
Sumatran orangutan:
1.0 Dinar (06/03/1987) Imported 2004
0.1 Puteri (12/06/1970) Atjeh x Puan
0.1 Utama (19/06/1979) Atjeh x Puteri
0.1 Sekara (20/07/1990) Hsing Hsing x Puspa
0.1 Pulang (21/12/1993) Atjeh x Puan
0.1 Teliti (20/10/2009) Hsing Hsing x Puteri
1.0 Sungai (30/12/2011) Dinar x Sekara
0.1 Lestari (09/01/2012) Hsing Hsing x Pulang
Enjoy your visit!
ramsayi
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Apologies in advance as this isn’t news.
I’m visiting Perth Zoo (and Australia) for the first time in December from London. I’ve booked the rhino experience and was wondering if anyone can has any information about the rhino (such as names, age etc.) and if there’s any stand out things I shouldn’t miss at the zoo.
Thanks in advance
I'd say vist the reptiles and aussie walk about for the kangaroos if you want to see native animals , the Kangaroos have a large area they can roam in, if your lucky one might hang around on the path.
I did the rhino experience a few years back , enjoy it!
Thank you for all the suggestions!
I will definitely checkout all the exhibits that will change in the near future as I’m a sucker for zoo history. (Also makes for a good excuse to visit again in a couple of years time)
I will definitely checkout all the exhibits that will change in the near future as I’m a sucker for zoo history. (Also makes for a good excuse to visit again in a couple of years time)
An artificial insemination procedure has been conducted with their Western Ground Parrots: World first for rare WA bird | Perth Zoo
Osedax
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How many ground parrots are in captivity currently? Are there any anywhere other than Perth Zoo?
They're only held at Perth, and they're actually kept at a designated breeding facility off site.
Osedax
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Any idea how many they hold?
Not sure, Perth have only ever stated they have a 'small number' so take that as you will.
Osedax
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So I suppose there's not much chance of the species making its way to any other facilities any time soon.
I did hear a few years ago that they were considering a similar program for Night Parrots at some point in the future when we know more about them, following the success of the Western Ground Parrot breeding program.
Unless numbers grow significantly, I don't see any other facilities participating in breeding them, although it would be good if that was the case.
ZoologicNic
Member
If you are into history... The Zoo produced a detailed history series for its staff as part of their birthday celebrations recently and have published a shorter, public version on the "History" page of their website.
Perth Zoo had free ranging baboons!
Though the speaker was a little slow (I’d recommend watching on 1.25 speed), this was fascinating viewing. I wouldn’t have minded seeing the five hour version!
Some interesting points from the video:
At 5.10 there’s a species list for the zoo on opening day. An impressive collection of around 160 animals of 80 species including tigers, bears, melanistic leopards and numerous ungulates.
At 8.41 there’s photos of the different entrances over the years, which have also changed location. It’s noted the current entrance location was designated in the 1980’s and will be moved again in 2030 to a point which is near the original 1898 entrance.
There were three main walking paths, which are shown at 14.32. These include the ‘Main Walk’, which would show you the highlights of the zoo, the ‘Western Walk’ and ‘Bears Road.’
A tale of two Teddy’s (30.19). Teddy the Common chimpanzee was the animal star of the 30’s and 40’s. In 1940, 30,000 children were invited to attend his birthday party. The original Teddy died in 1937 and was replaced by a younger chimpanzee, who had arrived at the zoo the previous year. He himself died four years later and was mourned by many, with regular visitors to his grave. He was described as the ‘Tricia’ of his era.
One of the bear pits is shown at 35.39. It’s noted to be innovative for its time due to the inclusion of logs which allowed the bear to climb to the top and survey the zoo; as well as receiving food from the visitors. I was also interested to see the bars at the base, which allowed the visitors to view the bears at eye level. It reminded me of the design of Auckland Zoo’s old chimpanzee exhibit, which was remodelled from a wolf pit. It was similarly noted these bear pits at Perth Zoo went on to hold canids.
At 39.02, there’s a view of the Big Cat House. It was inspired by London Zoo’s designs and included an adjoining outdoor cage. What’s really interesting is amongst the audience watching the big cats is a baboon. The Perth Zoo had free range monkeys, which were not tamarins or similar; but baboons!
Exciting development. Fingers crossed here for an almost mythical species in need of conservation action.
Sensational really really awesome (both the news on the Western Ground Parrots insemination and the amazingly real passionate effort created 125 year history presentation video, great find and great effort everyone who brought it to life, am only ten minutes into it and already in awe)
It’s great to see Perth Zoo celebrating their rich and fascinating history. It seems like more and more zoos in the region are acknowledging their history (Auckland’s centenary exhibition last year being another example); and treating it as an opportunity to share how far husbandry practices have evolved (especially around welfare) between then and the modern zoos we see today. Elephants are the most dramatic example; but big cats, bears and and primates are no exception.