Related to the mongoose family they live in semi-desert habitats and can number up to 30 in a mob, usually it’s a dozen or so. Communication is key while foraging for insects, reptiles and fruits, they constantly “talk” to each other with a dozen or so different sounds used to share information on food and safety matters. A sentry is always on duty, perched high and warns the mob of any danger. They live up to ten years and are mature at two years at which stage young females are often pushed out of the group by the dominant matriarch and move on to form their own group. Their gestation is two and a half months and they give birth to litters of two to six young, borne blind and which spend their first few weeks in the burrow before venturing out where they are always looked after by one of the mob. Natural predators include eagles, snakes and small wild cats.
Quick Facts
Diet
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Colour
Vary from beige , tan, cream to black
Weight
10-15kgs
Lifespan
7-10 in the wild but up to 16 in captivity
Predators
Humans, crocodiles, birds of prey take pups.
Conservation Status
Endangered
Distribution
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Our Wildlife
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This guy is a huge favourite amongst zoo visitors.
Have you taken a photo of our white peacock? Make sure to tag us in your photos! 📸
📸 Keeper Larissa
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📸 Keeper Larissa
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Gardening/Landscaping Role 🌳
What we are looking for/ job requirements:
🌳 High level of physical fitness for a physically demanding job.
🌳 Works well as an individual and is highly self-motivated, but works well in a team.
🌳 Observational skills to notice other jobs when working around the zoo.
🌳 Free from allergies aggravated from animal hair, feathers, fur, and dust.
Jobs include : Raking, weeding, planting, pruning, mulching, browse collection, and more.
Start date 21/10/24
9 days a fortnight.
Please email info@hallsgapzoo.com.au if you are interested or to find out more.
Alpine dingoes are found in high elevation areas of the Australian Alps, and grow a second thicker coat during late autumn for warmth which usually sheds by mid to late spring. 🐕
Meet our fluffy dingos by booking an encounter https://hallsgapzoo.com.au/shop/dingo-encounter/
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Bootsie says there’s nothing as good as a midday nap! 😴
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🌍🐾 Happy International Zoo Keeper Day! 🐾🌍
Today we celebrate the incredible dedication, hard work, and passion that zoo keepers around the world bring to their role every day. But did you know we’re more than just keepers? We’re chefs, cleaners, trainers, and even vet nurses, working tirelessly to ensure the health and happiness of the amazing animals in our care.
From preparing specialised meals to maintaining habitats, building trust through training, and monitoring health—our job is never the same, but always rewarding.
Check out this video for a behind-the-scenes look at all the different hats we wear. 🎥👇
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What beautiful long nails you have Artemis 🦎
Have you ever noticed the long, sharp nails on a lace monitor like Artemis? These claws are incredibly important tools for them in the wild. Their long nails help them with:
🌳 Climbing- Monitor lizards are excellent climbers, and their claws allow them to scale trees, rocks, and other surfaces with ease.
🍽️ Hunting- Those claws also come in handy when digging for food. Lace monitors eat insects, snakes, reptiles, small birds, frogs, eggs, rabbits, small mammals and carrion.
🏡 Digging- When it’s time to make a burrow or find a cool spot, their claws help them dig through dirt and sand.
Artemis uses her nails in similar ways here at the zoo while she’s exploring her habitat. Come visit her and watch this amazing lizard in action as the weather starts to warm up. ☀️
📸 Keeper Carmen.
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Yes, we are open tomorrow! For the Friday before AFL Grand Final public holiday.
We are open every day except Christmas Day!
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📸 Keeper Carmen
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Meet Blue, our beautiful Blue-fronted Amazon parrot here at the zoo! 🦜💚
Did you know that Blue-fronted Amazons are known for their vibrant personalities and impressive vocal abilities? Here are some fun facts about these amazing birds:
🦜 Lifespan: They can live up to 60-70 years in captivity with proper care!
🦜 Vocal talents: Blue-fronted Amazons are famous for mimicking sounds and speech, often forming an impressive vocabulary over time.
🦜 Native habitat: These parrots are originally from South America, mainly found in countries like Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
🦜 Distinct markings: They get their name from the blue patch on their forehead, but their feathers are mainly bright green with hints of red and yellow.
🦜 Highly social: They love interacting with people and are known for forming strong bonds with their caregivers.
Next time you visit, be sure to stop by and say “hello” to Blue! You might even hear him chatting back!
📸 Keeper Rhys
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🐒🦏 Happy World Tamarin Day and World Rhino Day from all of us at Halls Gap Zoo! 🦏🐒
Today, we’re celebrating these incredible animals and sharing a bit about how we care for them. One of the key aspects of looking after both our tamarins and rhinos is enrichment. But what exactly is enrichment, and why is it so important?
Enrichment helps keep animals mentally and physically active by encouraging natural behaviors. For our tamarins this might look like puzzle feeders or branches to climb on, mimicking the challenges they’d face in the wild. For our rhinos, we provide mud wallows, scent trails, and even giant bouncy balls to engage their curious minds.
By offering a variety of enrichment activities, we ensure our animals stay healthy, happy, and stimulated. It’s not just about fun – it’s a crucial part of their overall well-being!
Help us celebrate these incredible species and all the work that goes into their care. Come visit us and see our tamarins and rhinos in action!
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Happy International Red Panda Day!
Today we are celebrating the oh-so-cute red panda, and the care we provide for them here at Halls Gap Zoo.
An exciting assignment our keepers have been implementing recently is training our two red pandas, Shardul and Mohan, for voluntary blood draws! This training allows us to monitor their health without the need for stressful transport or anesthesia. Shardul, our eager learner, and Mohan, who can be a bit stubborn, both adapted well to the training. Thanks to our dedicated team, the blood draw process was smooth and stress-free for both pandas.
The training involved getting the pandas comfortable with having their paws held, applying pressure, and even desensitizing them to clippers. By using high-value rewards like grapes, we ensured they were engaged and calm throughout the procedure. We’re thrilled with their progress and proud to provide them with the best care possible.
Meet our panda boys by booking in an up-close encounter https://hallsgapzoo.com.au/shop/red-panda-encounter/
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Make sure you get my good side 🤭
📸 Supervisor Mila
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