
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.
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.
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.

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Episode 1: Project Platypus
Zookeepers have noticed that their silverback gorilla Kibali, has been unwell. But giving a nearly t...

Episode 2: Red Panda-monium!
Taronga Zoo’s keepers try to reign in a very randy red panda! Vets and keepers work together to atte...

Episode 3: Oh Rhi-No You Don't!
For the first time in ten years, Taronga vets get up close to a silverback gorilla.

Episode 4: Lemur Me Alone!
A pregnant ringtail lemur is badly injured in a fight and Taronga's vets have grave concerns for her...

Episode 5: Rin Tin Tooth Trouble
A mysterious virus threatens to wipe out an entire species of snapping turtles.

Episode 6: 103-Year-Old Tortoise
Taronga staff throw a surprise party for the zoo’s oldest resident, Esmerelda, the 103-year-old Gian...

Episode 7: Bush Fire Rescue
As the largest bushfires on record devastate the country, Taronga Zoo vets take the battle to save A...

Episode 8: Baby Bongo
Taronga’s keepers get up close to their elephants at bath time.

Episode 9: Joey Ride
Baby koala’s first ride on mum’s back doesn’t go according to plan.

Episode 10: Giraffe-Ic Park
Keepers prepare to move their 3 giraffes to a brand-new enclosure.
Episode 1: Chimp Change
Zoo staff embark on an ambitious, year-long undertaking in an effort to help Naomi the chimpanzee ov...
Episode 2: New Neck of the Woods
Taronga Zoo's new African Savannah Precinct welcomes its residents.
Episode 3: Once a Cheetah, Always a Cheetah
Two squirrel monkeys arrive in Taronga with a clear goal - to mate with as many females as possible;...
Episode 4: Don't Bilby a Stranger
Injured koala Malakai enters the zoo's breeding program; a baby crocodile enjoys some treats; a less...
Episode 5: Hungry, Hungry Hippo
A lemur's sunbathing leads to concerns about his health. A baby hippopotamus is born at the Western...
Episode 6: Sealing The Deal
The worldwide pandemic halts inter-zoo transfers, leaving Taronga with too many Sumatran tigers. An...
Episode 7: Pup, Pup And Away
Nala, the Australian sea lion, gives birth to a healthy pup! The zoo prepares to welcome zebras to t...
Episode 8: Monkey May I?
After years away, the king of the jungle returns to Sydney Harbor. And Taronga's Wildlife Hospital t...
Episode 9: Battle Of The Bellows
Koalas, lions, siamangs, and others compete for the most boisterous bellow.
Episode 10: Lizard Bbq
Taronga Zoo's rehab teams bring injured wildlife back from the brink.
Episode 11: Roo Can't Chew
The red kangaroo alpha male Malu has trouble eating and gets help from the mobile hospital team; the...
Episode 12: Major Cuteness
Taronga Zoo's keepers care for some of the cutest critters in the park.
Episode 13: Rhi-Yes or Rhino?
Vets use different methods to find out if two of Taronga rhinoceros are pregnant.
Episode 14: Slithery and Sweet
Taronga Zoo's weird and wonderful creatures get the care they deserve.
Episode 15: The Devil You Know
Taronga Zoo staff work to save the Tasmanian devil from a deadly disease.
Episode 16: Taronga to Go
Taronga Zoo's animals travel to, from, and around the world-class facility.
Episode 17: A Bug's Life
A celebration of the unsung heroes of Taronga Zoo: insects.
Episode 18: Triple Chimp Check-Up
Veterinarians at Taronga Zoo's wildlife hospitals work to cure their furry friends.
Episode 19: Hide and Beak
Pairing endangered parrots for breeding is more complicated than it seems.
Episode 20: Zooborns!
Episode 21: Platypus Emergency
Vets race to nurse a malnourished platypus back to health.
Episode 22: Gimme Shell-ter
Keepers show off Taronga's terrific turtles.
Episode 1: Five's a Crowd
The keepers guess how many cubs Mayah the lioness will give birth to.
Episode 2: Hoofin' It
Two of Taronga Zoo's gorillas will be anesthetized for their checkups.
Episode 3: X-Ray Marks the Spot
After weeks of training, keepers prepare an elephant for x-ray imaging.
Episode 4: It's a Hoot
An injured barn owl arrives at Taronga for treatment. Keepers say goodbye to beloved sun bear Mr. Ho...
Episode 5: What a Joey!
Keepers learn that one of the bilbies has a joey in its pouch. Arrangements are made for the baby’s...
Episode 6: Turkey Takeover
Keepers and maintenance staff must make space for an uninvited resident that loves making a mess.
Episode 7: Red Panda Problems
To bring Amala the red panda to the animal hospital for treatment, vets must dart her from afar. But...
Episode 8: Lion Cub Life
Before Taronga’s five new lion cubs can make their public debut, they must pass their medical checks...
Episode 9: Larry and Stitch
An injured baby echidna is brought to Taronga for rehabilitation. Keepers hand-raise it for a year b...
Episode 10: Snake Snack
Keepers hide tasty treats in puzzles for the snakes and lizards to discover. This type of enrichment...
Episode 11: Feeding the Zoo
The complicated task of feeding all of Taronga’s residents falls on the zoo’s nutrition officers.
Episode 12: Bunny Boo Boo
A dental dilemma for Daphne the bunny.
Episode 13: The Tweetest Thing
Scientists teach a rare bird its natural mating song.
Episode 14: Meat the Butcher
Taronga Zoo's only butcher goes through his busy day.
Episode 15: Penguin SOS
A penguin with a serious leg injury is brought in for rehab.
Episode 16: Going Batty
In order to ensure their survival, researchers study bats.
Episode 1: Giraffe Jimiyu
In one of the biggest vet procedures ever performed at Taronga Zoo nearly thirty staff and specialis...
Episode 2: Lwasi's New Family
Two gorillas are at the hospital as a pair of lions is getting acquainted.
Episode 3: King Hala
A king cheetah has slowed down, and 97 turtle hatchlings return to the sea.
Episode 4: Monkey Business
A takhi hoof trim takes a scary turn, and a male monkey needs some space.
Episode 5: Camel Lump
A mystery lump on Ras the camel's ear has everyone stumped so it's time to investigate; the team fin...
Episode 6: Wild Dog Masego
Masego the wild dog needs surgery on a worrying lump on her chest; a little penguin comes in to the...
Episode 7: A Perfect Storm
A wild koala has an unknown illness, and a new sea lion arrives at the zoo.
Episode 8: What a Galah
Taronga's free flight bird experience is a favourite with visitors, but it can take months of traini...
Episode 9: Black Rhino Birth
After a 16-month gestation, Kufara, the 13-year-old black rhino, has gone into labour with her secon...
Episode 10: The Singing Gibbon
The mating song between a white-cheeked gibbon pair was a joy to hear, but when Taronga's female gib...
Episode 1: Lion Toothache
Lioness Maya has a fractured tooth, leading to a potentially life-threatening abscess. Taking a 160-...
Episode 2: Saving Koalas
A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, lo...
Episode 3: Raising Gracie
Abandoned koala joey Gracie proves to be the cutest possible housemate to foster mother and keeper A...
Episode 4: Breaking the Ice
Jacob learns about managing the coexistence of savannah animals; zoo staff face challenges during a...
Episode 5: Platypus Emergency
All-hands-on-deck to try and save a six-month-old platypus; a breeding pair of Galapagos tortoises;...
Episode 6: Chimp Challenge
The team undertake one of their biggest challenges and do health checks on all 21 chimpanzees; in Du...
Episode 7: Carnivores Galore
A behind-the-scenes look at running Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on Sydney H...
Episode 8: Episode 8
Episode 9: Episode 9
Episode 10: Episode 10
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