The National Zoo and Aquarium has officially unveiled a new open-range expansion, which is home to a host of animals including white rhinos, maned wolves, zebras, cheetahs, giraffes, elks and much more.
National Zoo and Aquarium owner, Richard Tindale, said the expansion, which was three years in the making, added 12 hectares to the previously seven-hectare zoo.
“It gives visitors the opportunity to see some of the most magnificent animals on the planet in more natural surroundings. The diversity of species that visitors can see in the expanded zoo is unique in Australia and is a huge attraction,” he said.
“Exotic and native animals, freshwater and marine fish, sharks and eels, reptiles and amphibians are all on display.”
As well as the new animals, the extension features stunning themed landscapes including waterfalls, a vast fern gully and beautiful picnic and barbeque areas.
The much-anticipated expansion is not only great for guests but also allows the zoo to expand its work with critical breeding programmes for endangered animals.
For more information visit the National Zoo and Aquarium’s website.