National Zoo and Aquarium (Visit this link)
The largest collection of big cats in Australia... we provide spacious homes to tigers, lions, snow leopards, the only tigons in Australasia, cheetahs and pumas.
Giving visitors an insight into the life forms found in many freshwater and marine environments, the aquarium houses 8 species of shark, a variety of fish and corals, eels, turtles, crustaceans and other amazing water dwelling animals.
We have two different kinds of bears. The European Brown Bear, and the second most endangered bear in the world - the lovable Sun Bear.
Primates from both South America and Africa, mischievous or wise, young and old, now make their home at the National Zoo & Aquarium. With enclosures specifically designed to suit each group's specific needs, all our monkeys have very distinct personalities.
Australia has many fascinating and admirable native animals including dingos, wombats, emu, kangaroos, wallabies, and penguins. All of these can be seen at the National Zoo & Aquarium.
Learn about the world's most striking horse, largest antelope and fastest bird all in one place! Plus see "Hummer" the Giraffe.
Mischievous, cheeky, inquisitive.. our 7 male Oriental Small-clawed otters are named Happy, Sneezy, Grumpy, Doc, Sleepy, Dopey and Bashful - after the 7 dwarves.
Considered one of the world’s most endangered animals, these gorgeous little pandas inhabit one of the most attractive and spacious Red Panda exhibits in the world.
The National Zoo & Aquarium is home to several exotic and Australian native birds. These birds can be seen either free-ranging, or in area-specific aviaries.
Our reptile and amphibian collection includes several types of frogs, lizards and pythons.
Being able to visit an aquarium and a zoo all in the one location is a definite plus for many of our visitors. The range of exhibits in the aquarium allows visitors to gain an insight into many freshwater and marine environments. With many Australian focused exhibits, such as the Murray Cod, visitors are able to better appreciate the value of Australia's water ways.
The Great Barrier Reef exhibit gives a glimpse into what a natural treasure the reef is.
A favourite for many visitors is the Predators of the Deep exhibit, with several varieties of shark.
Other features of particular interest include a demonstration of the symbiotic relationship between sea anemones and anemone fish, Pig-nosed turtles, the giant Hump-headed Maori Wrasse, and a variety of soft corals.
http://nationalzoo.com.au