This World Giraffe Day, we are excited to announce the names of our newest calves – introducing Bwanji and Mtoto! These two adorable calves – born within weeks of each other to mums Myeisha and Kinky – mark an important…

We’re so excited to announce another newborn giraffe calf has joined our herd! Born yesterday morning to fifth-time mum Kinky, this adorable new addition marks the 46th calf bred at Monarto Zoo. This new bundle of joy comes just weeks…

It’s been two days since the incredible primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall visited Monarto Zoo and our sister zoo Adelaide Zoo and it’s safe to say we’re still buzzing. With nearly 60 years of experience under her belt, it’s no surprise…

World renowned primatologist Dr. Jane Goodall will visit Monarto Zoo today to make an exciting announcement – Zombi the chimp is pregnant! This new revelation has come shortly after Dr. Goodall named the newest addition to the troop, three-month-old baby…

His bags are packed and we’ve said our goodbyes, now it’s time for cheetah cub Thumani to race out of Monarto Zoo! Last week, the young male hit the road with his keeper friends bright and early to make the…

We are jumping with joy to announce a not-so-little giraffe calf has been born just in time for the Easter long weekend! Monarto Zoo keepers were delighted to see fifth-time mum Myeisha give birth to an adorable calf yesterday afternoon….

Zoos SA is thrilled to welcome funding announcements from both the Australian Government and South Australian Government towards exciting and important tourism projects across Adelaide and Monarto zoos. $15.8 million in funding from the Australian Government and South Australian Government…

A sweet 18-month-old Spotted Hyaena cub had a visit with the vet today at Monarto Zoo. This morning, male cub Jaali, was given a full-body examination where his eyes, teeth, ears and general health were examined. We’re pleased to say…

Cheers, big ears! Monarto Zoo is busy celebrating the birth of two adorable Nyalas – one boy and one girl. Born in late February and mid March, the two youngsters were welcomed to mums Zuri and Thandi within three weeks…

There’s an adorable new addition to Monarto Zoo that’s guaranteed to make your heart melt – a newborn chimpanzee! We are jumping with joy to announce first-time mum Hannah gave birth to her healthy baby girl at about 10pm on…

They might not be swapping roses and chocolates this Valentine’s Day, but early signs are pointing to love for our lion pride! Last December, Monarto Zoo’s African Lion pride grew by three thanks to the arrival of new males Kashka,…

It’s official – Monarto Zoo’s exciting new precinct Wild Africa has its very first resident! Zoos SA is pleased to announce Southern White Rhino Ibutho was successfully transported in early February to the Wild Africa development at Monarto Zoo Ibutho,…

A group of endangered Mallee Emu-wrens have recently given us a lot to celebrate! Following two translocations which saw 78 Mallee Emu-wrens released in Ngarkat Conservation Park, we’re excited to announce the tiny birds are thriving in their new home…

It’s time to gather the presents and pop your party hat on – it’s our special giraffe calf Eyelean’s first birthday party! Eyelean had a tougher start to life than most. Having been rejected by her first-time mother, keepers made…

As the heatwave comes to a close, here’s a look behind the scenes at how our dedicated keepers have kept the animals nice and cool! During warmer weather, keepers incorporate varied and engaging hot weather enrichment programs into each of…

Nakula the cheetah was one of the first cubs born at Monarto Zoo. Read on as Keeper Michelle Lloyd shares a beautiful story in honour of the legacy Nakula left behind. Words and photos by Michelle Lloyd. “2003 was a…

Can you believe Christmas is only a whisker away? The year is almost over and we’d like to say a huge thank you to our incredible wild family for helping us connect more people than ever before to nature and…

Transporting a large animal is no easy task. Monarto Zoo Senior Ungulate Keeper Mark Mills takes us on the year-long journey for Mabuti the giraffe’s transfer to Orana Wildlife Park.  Words and photos by Mark Mills “About a year ago,…

The South-eastern Red-tailed Black-cockatoo is in trouble. Classified as endangered in the wild, these striking birds are sadly losing their habitats at a rapid rate. Feeding only on the fruit of native Stringybark and Buloke trees, these cockies are struggling…

Monarto Zoo’s majestic African Lion pride has grown by three thanks to the arrival of new males Kashka, Kubwa and Kito! Excited keepers welcomed the boys yesterday evening after they made the journey over from Melbourne Zoo. The lively felines…

Gin lovers can savour their next tipple with pride knowing every sip is helping secure the future of the Southern White Rhino. We are proud to have collaborated with Ambleside Distillers to bring a new and exciting spirit to life,…

The highly anticipated wait is over – Monarto Zoo has welcomed an incredibly cute newborn rhino calf! This adorable new addition was made known to keepers on Monday morning after being born to mother Umqali overnight. The young calf, named…

With a big birthday bash and a baby on the way, Monarto Zoo’s cheeky chimps sure do have a lot to celebrate today! The whole troop are in party mode in honour of the eldest member Boyd, who is celebrating…

What’s black and white and cute all over? Our new baby zebra, of course! We are very excited to announce Monarto Zoo has welcomed an adorable newborn zebra foal. The little one was discovered by keepers last Wednesday after being…

Our adorable Tasmanian Devil joeys have been given a clean bill of health! The five-month-old babies had their first visit with the vet today at Monarto Zoo. While mum Mylo was busy with a delicious snack, her three little boys…

We’re excited to announce we’re now home to Australia’s largest clan of Spotted Hyaenas! After father-son duo Gamba and Mkoko made the journey down the hill to their new home at Adelaide Zoo, keepers at Monarto decided to give our…

This World Rhino Day, we are calling on you to help us make our Rhino Quarantine and Management Centre a reality. As well as breeding and caring for rhinos at Monarto Zoo, we’re proud to be working with The Australian…

Grab the kids and put on your khaki: the wait is finally over to meet Monarto Zoo’s four adorable Cheetah cubs! The three-month-old cubs, a little boy and three girls, will officially make their public debut today, just in time…

Our four cheeky Cheetah cubs are growing bigger every day and delighting keepers with their playful personalities. And we’re pleased to announce they now have some adorable names to match! After receiving more than 600 votes as part of our…

Our little cheetah cubs are getting ready to meet you! We are so proud of how second-time mum Kesho has raised her beautiful cubs in the private den. Now at three months old, the three little girls and one boy…

To celebrate World Lion Day, we’re roaring with excitement to announce more than 10,000 thrill seekers have taken the walk of the brave at Lions 360. After nine months of operation, Lions 360 fed to you by ElectraNet has become…

We’re thrilled to have recently welcomed a very cute new arrival – Stan the baby Blackbuck! The seven-week-old antelope had a bit of a tough start to life after Stan’s mum didn’t take to motherhood very well and Stan wasn’t…

Some very special little wrens have returned home to South Australia, marking a huge contribution to the conservation program working to save their species. Forty endangered Mallee Emu-wrens were recently released into a protected area in Ngarkat Conservation Park in…

Yesterday, our four adorable cheetah cubs had their very first visit with the vet! During their check-up, the cubs were microchipped, received their first round of vaccinations and were given full-body examinations to determine their sex and general health. We’re…

As a conservation charity that exists to connect people with nature, we’re constantly looking for new ways to inspire the public to care about the natural environment and its wildlife. Hidden amongst trees and native animal exhibits at Monarto Zoo,…

Australia’s biggest giraffe herd has grown with the arrival of 12-month-old Scarlett! After travelling more than 2000 kilometers and spending 30 days in quarantine, Scarlett was officially welcomed into Monarto Zoo’s giraffe herd this month. The lofty beauty was born…

Four charming and feisty felines have joined the Monarto Zoo family after Kesho the cheetah gave birth last week. The healthy cubs – born Monday 21 May – are an exciting addition to the zoo family and Kesho’s second litter…

Their passports are packed, their final health checks are complete and a special devil-sized crate is being built because two of Monarto Zoo’s devils are off to the United States! This week, Tasmanian Devils Spiderman and Bubbles received one last…

Prepare for the pitter patter of paws at Monarto Zoo – Kesho the Cheetah is pregnant! The adorable addition are due this month, and will be the second litter of cubs Kesho has birthed in two years. Monarto Zoo keeper…

After a tough start to life being rejected by her first-time mother, Monarto Zoo’s newest adorable giraffe calf is finally ready to re-join the herd. Affectionately known as ‘Eyelean’ to keepers, the little giraffe calf has been thriving under the…

We’re excited to share the news that two new chimps have joined Monarto Zoo’s Chimpanzee troop! Meet Hannah and Lani, two curious girls who are busy settling in after making the journey from Taronga Zoo in Sydney earlier this month….

It’s safe to say we’re absolutely smitten with our giraffe herd’s newest family members! Thanks to a baby boom, Monarto Safari Park was thrilled to welcome three adorable giraffe calves to the wild family in 2017, with a fourth arriving…

Monarto Zoo is absolutely thrilled to welcome another little giraffe to the herd – the fourth in 12 months! Born during the night of Monday, 29 January to first-time mum, Thula, the giraffe calf started out life strong and healthy….

The last few months have seen the pitter-patter of tiny hooves at Monarto Zoo with the birth of some very adorable ungulates! Our dedicated ungulate keeping team has been very busy, with many small arrivals that need to be cared…

Imagine being within clawing range of an African Lion right in the heart of Rundle Mall. This weekend, step out of the mall and into the lion’s den using exciting new virtual reality technology to take a peek into Monarto…

We are thrilled to announce the birth of yet another adorable giraffe calf at Monarto Zoo – the third youngster this year! Born late in the afternoon of Saturday, 9 December, the little boy is the first calf born to…

The wild bilby population received a boost last month, with eight of the iconic and rare marsupials released into Australian Wildlife Conservancy’s Mt Gibson Wildlife Sanctuary in Western Australia, including two Monarto Zoo bred bilbies. Four-year-old male Greater Bilby Yarli…

Monarto Zoo is excited to have welcomed two zebra foals to the family in a month, with a male foal born on 23 October to mum, Thembela and a second little boy just weeks later on 26 November to mum, Kenya. The…

Today is World Cheetah Day and we’re celebrating all things spotty, fluffy and speedy! There are a million things we could say about these elegant cats, but we thought we’d take this opportunity to let you know a little bit…

You’ve already heard about how Lions 360 is helping keep our lion pride happy and healthy, but did you know that Lions 360 is great for African lions in the wild too? Sadly over the last 21 years, the wild population…