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Member Blog: Snow Leopards at Melbourne Zoo

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Member Blog: Melbourne Zoo’s Endangered Philippine Crocodile

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Flying high: Melbourne Zoo’s iconic Butterfly House turns 40

The year was 1985: Bob Hawke was Prime Minister, “We Are the World” was topping the charts and a little soap named Neighbours premiered on TV. It was also the year that Melbourne Zoo opened the glass doors to what would soon become a beloved oasis nestled in the inner-city.

Build a Project - Threatened Species - Melbourne Zoo

Explore our STEM professional development (PD) program for Victorian primary and secondary school teachers to enrich your classes, from early childhood to year 10. Learn more.

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Meerkat Experience

Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and Mix with the Meerkats! Book now.

Giraffe Experience

Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and come meet the worlds' tallest mammal! Learn more.

Kangaroo Experience

Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and say g'day to a kangaroo! Learn more.

Seal Experience

Upgrade your visit to Melbourne Zoo and meet our playful seals! Book now.