Perth Zoo
City of South Perth
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Perth Zoo
Welcome to the Perth Zoo, an institution that has been a part of Western Australian life since it opened its gates in 1898. As we stand here in South Perth, just across the river from the city’s skyscrapers, we are entering a…
Listen in the app2The Australian Bushwalk — A Journey into Our Own Backyard
We begin our journey in the Australian Bushwalk, an immersive exhibit that transports you into the unique landscapes of our own continent. The landscape here is meticulously designed to reflect the varied ecosystems of Western…
Listen in the app3The African Savannah — Landscapes of the Great Rift
From the Australian scrub, we move to the vast expanses of the African Savannah. This exhibit is one of the most visually spectacular in the zoo, designed to mimic the open grasslands of East Africa. …
Listen in the app4The Asian Rainforest — Canopy of the Orangutans
Stepping into the Asian Rainforest, the atmosphere changes instantly. The air feels more humid, the vegetation is denser, and the light is dappled by the overhead canopy. …
Listen in the app5The Nocturnal House — Life in the Shadows
In the heart of the zoo lies a place where the rules of time are reversed: the Nocturnal House. As you step through the heavy curtains, your eyes must adjust to the dim, red-tinged light. …
Listen in the app6The Heritage Carousel and Botanical Legacy
As we wander toward the center of the zoo, we encounter a piece of living history: the Heritage Carousel. Built in 1899, this beautiful machine is one of the oldest operating carousels in the world. …
Listen in the app7Conservation and the Future of the Zoo
Our final stop is a reflection on the modern mission of the Perth Zoo. While we have seen animals from across the globe, the 'behind-the-scenes' work is perhaps the most important. …
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our tour of the Perth Zoo, I hope you have found more than just a pleasant day in the park. You have walked through a living archive of our relationship with the natural world, from the Victorian carousels of the…
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What is Perth Zoo?
Perth Zoo is a place in City of South Perth with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | City of South Perth |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | -31.9756, 115.8522 |
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