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Conservation Shows

Conservation Shows

Crikey! Get up close and personal to our amazing animals and experience all the wildlife action at our daily conservation shows

Grace's Bird Garden Feed Out

9:30am
For all the bird lovers out there… be sure to stop by and say G’day to our incredible bird family during Grace’s Bird Garden Feed Out! Watch as our wonderful zoo keeper feeds some of our most beautiful (and shy) birds seen in our aviary. Learn more about our conservation efforts with the Rose-Crowned Fruit Dove or Bush Stone-Curlew here at Australia Zoo!

Tortoises LIVE!

10:00am
Join one of our zoo keepers to kick off your day at Australia Zoo, by watching our special tortoise demonstration! Gather around Jarvis and Igloo’s lawn to watch these gentle giants get fed their favourite food – fruit and veggies. You’ll learn a lot from our presenting zoo keeper, including from where Aldabra tortoises originate, how much they eat and much more about the species.

 

After the conservation show, have your photo taken with our Aldabra tortoise! This includes a 6”x8” photo plus a digital download. Be sure to book with our friendly team at the Guest Services Desk on the day of your visit. Subject to availability.

Tigers LIVE!

11:00am
See our magnificent big cats and learn about our conservation efforts to protect them in our Tiger Temple! Built to represent an ancient Southeast Asian temple you won’t miss us! Limited seating is available.

Africa Keeper Talk

11:30am

Come and join us daily at 11:30 am in Africa, where our expert zookeepers will share fascinating tales and insights about the incredible African wildlife, featuring giraffes, rhinos, meerkats, and zebras. This captivating Africa keeper talk is a must for all our guests, offering an immersive journey into Africa’s remarkable biodiversity and our dedicated conservation initiatives at Australia Zoo.

Reptiles LIVE

11:30am

Join us for a captivating talk with our zoo keepers as they showcase a thrilling variety of Australia Zoo reptiles – from small snakes to giant pythons, native and exotic lizards, tortoises, turtles, and the occasional appearance of a venomous snake. Located across from the Elephantasia gift shop.

 

After the conservation show, have your photo taken with one of our reptiles! This includes a 6”x8” photo plus a digital download. Reptiles for photos vary daily (tortoise, lizard or snake). Be sure to book with our friendly team at the Guest Services Desk on the day of your visit. Subject to availability.

Elephants LIVE!

12:00pm
Our elephant keeper talks are back and we are more excited than ever! Join us at our world-class tropical oasis ‘Elephantasia’ where our zoo keepers introduce you to our wonderful Sumatran elephants. Watch and experience first-hand as these majestic mammals show off their impressive dexterous trunks and playful nature. Learn more about these critically endangered animals and all of our elephant conservation efforts at Australia Zoo.

Sulphur-crested Cockatoo and Australian Snakes LIVE!

1:15pm
Join us on the grandstands by some of our biggest crocodiles – Bosco, Occy, and Acco (with his girlfriend, Cassie) – and get ready to see some slithering, swooping action! Featuring Occa, our sulphur-crested cockatoo, and a variety of Australian snakes, you’ll get to see just why they’re so special in the wild.

Look for G3 on your map!

Crocodiles LIVE!

1:30pm
You won’t want to miss this heart-pumping show! Catch the Irwin family feeding the crocs up close with Bosco, Occy, and Acco. With lots of jaw-snapping and launching across the water, you’re sure to be as amazed by these incredible creatures as we are.

Look for G3 on your map and grab a seat in the grandstands!

Parrots LIVE!

2:00pm
Check out our conservation show with the cheekiest characters of Australia Zoo… our Australian native parrots and South American macaws. Watch us free-fly these birds and we will answer commonly asked questions about these comedians of the sky and how we care for them at the Zoo.

Catch the show on the lawn at H4 on your map!

Koalas LIVE!

3:00pm
Do you know why koalas sleep up to 20 hours a day? Did you know that they’re actually not bears? Come and admire our best-known Aussie icon and learn all about the amazing habits of this unique and adorable species, including how you can help them in the wild!

Birds Of Prey LIVE!

3:00pm
Birds of prey are an impressive sight to see and at Australia Zoo you can marvel at a wedge-tailed eagle, powerful brahminy kite, barking owl or blue-winged kookaburra in all their glory. It’s a great opportunity to admire these beautiful birds up close, learn from our passionate keepers and appreciate how spectacular these animals really are. Australian birds of prey have amazing ways of finding, capturing and eating their prey – come and learn all about it!

Echidna Feed

3:00pm
Considered one of Australia’s most widespread native mammals, join us as our wonderful zoo keepers introduce you to our favourite spiky little friends during our echidna feeding time! Watch as these gorgeous mammals use their long sticky tongues to enjoy their delicious meal specially prepared by our Crikey Crew! Be sure to check it out!

Otters LIVE!

3:30pm

See the cheekiest otters at Australia Zoo come out and play! Our Asian small-clawed otters, Daisy & Percival, love their food and the keepers that bring it to them. Their aquatic home allows you to enjoy a clear view of these playful creatures enjoying an interactive session, while you learn about what makes them so unique.