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Taronga Zoo Sydney

Taronga Zoo Sydney sits at Mosman, overlooking Sydney Harbour, on a 28-hectare site and officially opened on 7 October 1916. It is home to more than 5,000 animals of roughly 350 species, ranging from native koalas and platypuses to Sumatran tigers, African lions and chimpanzees. Run by the Taronga Conservation Society, it is also known for its sweeping views of the harbour and city skyline.

Opened
1916 (month/day unconfirmed) · about 110 years of history

Updated: / Source: taronga.org.au ticketsales.taronga.org.au taronga.org.au

Exterior of Taronga Zoo Sydney
Photo: wood26 / CC BY-SA 3.0 / Source / cropped

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TypeZoo
LocationAustraliaSydney
Opened1916 Source
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Where is Taronga Zoo located?
It is in Mosman, on the shore of Sydney Harbour in New South Wales, Australia. Source
How many animals does it hold?
More than 5,000 animals of approximately 350 species across its 28-hectare site. Source

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Operating facilities near Taronga Zoo Sydney
Facility Adult admission Hours Visit time Parking Named residents
SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium — — — — —
Featherdale Sydney Wildlife Park — — — — —
Sydney Zoo — 09:00–16:00 — — —
Learn More About This Facility’s Animals 350 species

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