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Predator Proof Fence at Waiwhakareke Natural Heritage Park

Did you know that Waiwhakareke Natural Heritage Park gets around 3000 cat visits every week? These uninvited guests pose a serious threat to our native wildlife. To combat this, we’re in the process of securing the necessary funds to construct a Predator Proof Fence.

Te Kaaroro

Native wildlife rehabilitation at Hamilton Zoo

At Hamilton Zoo, we're more than just a home for our resident animals—we're a lifeline for native wildlife in need. Our dedicated vet team works hard to provide expert care to injured wild animals, specializing in native species that require unique and highly skilled treatment.

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Breed for release programme at Hamilton Zoo

At Hamilton Zoo, we're proud to play a vital role in conservation through the Breed for Release programme for New Zealand Kākā. By breeding these beautiful birds in the free-flight aviary, we help bolster their numbers in the wild, ensuring they can thrive despite threats like predators and pests.

Zoo News Animal Spotlight
An image of a Caracal crouched low to the forest floor

Caracal: The newest exotic cat at Hamilton Zoo

Hamilton Zoo is excited to welcome a new species to the Zoo whaanau. Say hello to the Caracal, a stunning medium-sized cat with origins in Africa, the Middle East and parts of Asia.

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Twin tiger cubs nestled in hay

Tiger Twins: Girls, Boys, or Both?!

Our Tiger twins are now just over two weeks old, happy, healthy and growing fast.​

​But... what gender do you think they are?

Zoo Events and Activities
Mother Tiger Cuddling her 2 Cubs

New Year, New Babies

Hamilton Zoo is delighted to announce the birth of two Sumatran Tiger cubs. Born to Kirana (mother) and Scout (father) in the early hours of 3 January 2024, the cubs are healthy and strong.

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A ferret grazing at Hamilton Zoo

Pests on display: New zoo enclosure to educate on threats

A new enclosure open now at Hamilton Zoo will underline the importance of managing pests to protect native species. Designed in the style of a classic tramping hut, the New Zealand Pest Exhibit is home to three ferrets, which are classified as introduced predators in Aotearoa.

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A tiger called Kirana resting

Hamilton Zoo tigers Kirana and Scout working hard to conserve species

Hamilton Zoo’s perfect match, Sumatran tigers Kirana, 9, and Scout,7, have been working hard to conserve their species, but not as hard as the zoo hoped.

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A Zebra and its Foal grazing the field

Hamilton Zoo Zebra Marbles welcomes new foal

It’s potentially a girl! Hamilton Zoo Zebra mare Marbles, 20, and stud Malawi, 11, are proud parents of a three-week-old foal.

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Murray Powell with a camel

Hamilton Zoo bids farewell to founder

The Director and staff of Hamilton Zoo are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Murray Powell (1931-2023), the founder of Hamilton Zoo.

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image of a tiger, gibbon and a red panda

Hamilton Zoo welcomes three new residents, including male tiger Scout

Hamilton Zoo is excited to welcome three new residents: including a breeding male Sumatran tiger, Scout, a siamang gibbon Peggy and a red panda Sang.

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A view of the signage at the entry precinct at Te Kaaroro

Te Kaaroro wins architecture award

The entrance to Te Kaaroro Nature Precinct, which connects Hamilton Zoo and Waiwhakareke Natural Heritage Park, is now award-winning. Designed by Edwards White Architects, the precinct entrance was one of three winners in the public architecture category at the 2023 Te Kahui Whaihanga New Zealand Institute of Architects Bay of Plenty and Waikato Awards held in Rotorua on Wednesday 14 June.

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