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Celebrate World Lion Day at National Zoological Garden

Meet our resilient lion cubs and their inspiring journey As we celebrate World Lion Day today, the National Zoological Garden (NZG) is proud to introduce three resilient lionesses who have overcome adversity to find a safe haven in our care. Conf...

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Published on: 10 August 2024

Charley the elephant to retire from the zoo

A charming and charismatic member of the National Zoo community who has entertained, enthralled and educated thousands. Charley, the adult African elephant bull who has been a cherished resident at the National Zoological Garden (NZG) in Pretoria...

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Published on: 26 July 2024

SANBI responds to reports on the state of the National Zoological Garden

SANBI responds to reports on the state of the National Zoological Garden in Pretoria ...

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Published on: 9 January 2024

Pretoria Zoo’s Cape vulture breeding programme is flying high!

Supporting conservation work and safeguarding the future of the species The National Zoological Garden (NZG) in Pretoria is tremendously proud of the success of its Cape vulture breeding programme. Right now there are two vulture chicks on the...

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Published on: 15 November 2023

Free entrance to all national botanical and zoological gardens on International Day of Biological Diversity

In honour of the International Day for Biological Diversity on 22 May 2023, the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) will open all of its national botanical gardens and the national zoological gardens to the public for free. This ye...

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Published on: 19 May 2023

DID YOU KNOW?

Vulture

Did you know vultures feed on carrion (dead carcasses) and do not kill their own prey? Their feet are weak and better suited to walking on the ground than to picking up prey