Over its 100 years, Auckland Zoo has evolved from its early days as a ‘living museum’ into a modern zoo that takes an active role in conserving wildlife in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.
Auckland Zoo: 100 Years, 100 Storiesshowcases the Zoo’s rich and colourful history: from its fraught origins in Onehunga (with complaints of roaring lions!) to its established home in Western Springs.
You’ll discover a diverse collection of captivating stories — personal accounts of former staff who lived within the Zoo grounds; unexpected animal adventures; stories behind beloved heritage features like Cedric the dragon; day-to-day life at the Zoo (how do you anesthetise a flamingo?); and insights into the groundbreaking conservation work by the Zoo and its partners.
By buying this book, you'll support our work protecting threatened species in Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.
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