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The latest animal news at Auckland Zoo
Do you love wildlife? We do too!
Here we share stories about animals at Auckland Zoo, our on the ground conservation fieldwork for Aotearoa New Zealand native and endemic species, and our global partnerships to ensure the survival of animals from around the world.
Learn how our zookeepers and veterinary hospital team breed endangered birds and lizards for release, create behaviourally enriching meals for lions and tigers, and treat animals like honu/sea turtles and kororā /little penguins that are found injured on our coastlines.
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Auckland Zoo champions the vital work of Wildlife Rangers
by Aja Pendergrast

Auckland Zoo farewells much-loved giraffe Rukiya
by Jane Healy

Kiwi hatched on Christmas returns to its island home
by Aja Pendergrast

Enriching play a win for big cats
by Aja Pendergrast

Kiwi incubating smart eggs for science
by Aja Pendergrast

Wildlife rangers, the planet’s unsung heroes!
by Aja Pendergrast

Wild kiwi chick is in recovery
by Priscilla Northe

And that's a wrap...2024!
by Aja Pendergrast

How do conservationists replicate how kiwi incubate their eggs?
by Aja Pendergrast

Auckland Zoo and Department of Conservation sign new strategic partnership
by Jane Healy

Hari huritau Rukiya!
by Jane Healy

Tiger cub Cahya takes a trip to the dentist!
by Aja Pendergrast

Puka, olive, feijoa, and guava for giraffe please!
by Jane Healy

We’re celebrating our partners’ amazing mahi for tigers
by Jane Healy

Super travel trailer supports giraffe Jabali’s smooth move to Hamilton
by Jane Healy

Tiger cub Cahya growing fast!
by Aja Pendergrast

Sumatran tiger cub Cahya receives a health check!
by Aja Pendergrast

Sumatran tiger cub Cahya is thriving
by Jane Healy

Auckland Zoo devastated by loss of Sumatran tiger cub
by Jane Healy

Sumantran tiger cubs update
by Jane Healy

Meet Auckland Zoo's two week old giraffe calf!
by Priscilla Northe

Two-week health check confirms sexes of Auckland Zoo’s new tiger cubs!
by Jane Healy

Auckland Zoo giraffe Kiraka gives birth to a healthy 6-foot calf
by Jane Healy

Zoo welcomes 2024 with birth of Sumatran tiger cubs
by Jane Healy

Sumatran tiger Ramah enjoys a training session
by Priscilla Northe

Sumatran tiger Zayana due to give birth early January
by Jane Healy

Pregnant giraffe Kiraka expecting soon!
by Jane Healy

Auckland Zoo’s tigers Zayana and Ramah reunited for mating
by Jane Healy

Sumatran tiger Zayana update
by Jane Healy

The Science of Animal Care : South East Asia Jungle Track

Ultrasound reveals ultra good news for tiger Zayana
by Jane Healy
Protecting livestock and livelihoods in Sumatra
by Aja Pendergrast

Sumatran tigers successfully introduced for breeding
by Jane Healy

Zoo's big cats enjoy super-sized meals!
by Aja Pendergrast

Young tigers loving their new zoo home
by Jane Healy

Auckland Zoo welcomes two young tigers to new Jungle Track
by Jane Healy

Auckland Zoo celebrates birth of giraffe calf
by Jane Healy

Giraffe Kiraka is pregnant and due to give birth soon!
by Jane Healy

Nau mai haere mai Sali!
by Jane Healy

Auckland Zoo to welcome Sumatran tiger Sali
by Jane Healy

A kiwi egg and surprise kiwi chick collection!
by Jane Healy

Injured kiwi receives treatment for dog bite
by Rebecca Reid

Celebrating Rukiya's 20th Birthday!
by Aja Pendergrast

World Ranger Day - Celebrating the work of the Sumatran Ranger Project
by Aja Pendergrast

Zoo vet nurse lends her skills for little spotted kiwi
by Rebecca Reid

We just love it when special Kiwis get to meet!
by Aja Pendergrast

And that's a wrap...2020!
by Aja Pendergrast

Progressing our enriching habitat for tigers
by Jane Healy

More healthy kiwi chicks have hatched at Auckland Zoo!
by Aja Pendergrast

#Future Zoo: Check out the progress on our Sumatran tiger and otter habitats!
by Jane Healy

Two more precious kiwi have safely hatched at the zoo!
by Aja Pendergrast

We've just had our first kiwi chick hatch this breeding season!
by Aja Pendergrast

Our Kiwis are looking after two soon-to-be-hatched kiwi!
by Aja Pendergrast

Happy World Giraffe Day!
by Aja Pendergrast

Back from the Brink – 11 Inspirational Stories where Conservation is Key!
by Rebecca Reid

Your Zoo visits help kiwi through Operation Nest Egg!
by Natalie Clark

Smooth Move for New Giraffe Billy
by Rebecca Reid

Going to Long Lengths for our Giraffe Whānau
by Rebecca Reid

Zoo says heartfelt haere rā to tiger Berani
by Jane Healy

Meet our precious kiwi chick with a white leg!
by Aja Pendergrast

Haere rā Beautiful Molek
by Jane Healy

Kiwi chick arrives in time for Save Kiwi Month
by Rebecca Reid

Vets nurse egg-bound kiwi back to health
by Aja Pendergrast

Auckland Zoo mourning loss of ill giraffe calf

Bird Keepers give Kiwi Chick Āwhina a helping hand
by Rebecca Reid

Eighth kiwi chick released on Rotoroa Island this season

Farewell Jaka

Gentle giant Zabulu passes away
