The African Lion can run up to 60km/hr and leap up to 12 metres. To conserve their energy, they often sleep up to 22 hours a day.
Zoo celebrates Spring with new arrival
Taronga Western Plains Zoo has welcomed a female Zebra foal named Zahra, meaning flower in Swahili. Zahra was born in the early hours of the morning on Saturday 26 September 2009.
Plan Your Visit
Taronga Western Plains is more than a zoo it’s an African safari. Start planning your adventure today.
Our Animals
Our animals are usually most active in the mornings, during keeper activities and at feeding times.
Daily Presentations
| 9:25 am | Meerkat Feed |
| 9:45 am | Black Rhino Talk |
| 11:30 pm | Hippo Talk and Feed |
| 12:10 pm | African Elephant Talk |
