Secrets of the Zoo: Down Under
A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on the shores of Sydney Harbour.
Episodes
Project Platypus
Zookeepers have noticed that their silverback gorilla Kibali, has been unwell. But giving a nearly two-hundred-kilogram gorilla an injection is not as straightforward as it sounds.
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 rarely done at Taronga and staff teach a injured owl how to fly again.
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 wildlife to the front line.
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.
