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National zoo in city a hive of activity as it marks 125 years of existence
Each weekend, the first 125 visitors gained free entry, and tickets were 50% off, daily, providing a great opportunity for all to explore the zoo at a reduced cost.
National Zoological Garden celebrates 125 Years of conservation excellence
Join the National Zoological Garden in Pretoria as it celebrates 125 years of wildlife conservation with exclusive events and educational activities for all ages.
Joburg Zoo elephants must enjoy constitutional rights, high court told
A Khoi traditional healer also calls for animals to be returned to the wild as captivity is offensive to the community’s culture and living heritage
New buff-cheeked gibbon named Sylvester to be seen at Pretoria Zoo
The gibbon has been chosen to play a crucial role in the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria ex situ studbook programme, owing to his genetic lineage.
National Zoological Garden receives conservation award
Chadané Pretorius (conservation officer) and Kabelo Segodi (conservation worker) are responsible for breeding the critically endangered African pancake tortoises (Malacochersus tornieri) as part of the reptile park team.
Get down to Pretoria Zoo for the Easter Egg Hunt race
Rules for the race are that participants must register team members of three or more people, teams must take pictures of the animals at each stop, pictures taken will be presented at the final stop, and golf carts are allowed for the race.
Warning as man swept away by Apies River found dead
The SAPS Diving Unit assisted with recovering the body of a man that was spotted floating in the Apies River under a bridge on the K8 (Rosslyn Road).
Healthy baby ring-tailed lemur born at Pretoria Zoo
The zoo confiscated four ring-tailed lemurs three months ago, barely two months after the mum became pregnant and gave birth to a healthy baby.
Sungazers on display for first time at Pretoria Zoo
Mike Adams, the curator at reptile park at the Zoo, said the unique lizards that are endemic to South Africa are highly sought after in the illegal international pet trade.
Cape fur seal named Captain-Z thriving in new home at Pretoria Zoo
He was rescued twice off the coast near Gqeberha, facing death. But he is now making good strides at the zoo in Pretoria after a harrowing ordeal over the past eight months.
Zoological Gardens to be used as site for scientific research, says Barbara Creecy
The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment's visit to the Pretoria Zoo was to review the facility’s contribution to biodiversity, research, scientific services, animal welfare, conservation, tourism, and public awareness.
Troubled Charley the elephant to be moved from Zoo to suitable wildlife sanctuary
The SA National Biodiversity Institute said the decision followed a number of considerations, including the elephant’s advanced age.
Zoo welcomes scores of families, friends for Mother's Day celebration
Executive director and member of the SA National Biodiversity Institute, Leslie Mudimeli, said staff invested many hours of planning and preparations to ensure that the day was a success.
Pretoria Zoo welcomes second southern baby giraffe
Baby Gio, was born to mom Momosa, and both are in great health.
Concern over jumbo Charlie’s state of health at Pretoria Zoo
The EMS Foundation says that for more than 16 months it’s been pleading for internationally renowned zoo and captive elephant experts to assess Charlie’s condition.
Festive environmental enrichment programme sees Christmas treats for animals at Pretoria Zoo
It is beneficial both for animal’s behavioural and physiological needs, said South African National Biodiversity Institute spokesperson Nontsikelelo Mpulo.
Pretoria Zoo is new home for world’s largest rodents
The National Zoological Gardens now has one male and two female capybaras, which are originally from the Netherlands.
Final farewell for nature lover, media spokesperson Craig Allenby
He worked as director of marketing, communication at National Zoological Gardens
Shock as Pretoria Zoo spokesperson Craig Allenby dies
He was director of marketing, communication, commercialisation at National Zoological Gardens of South Africa