ARC - Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Centre at Taronga Zoo - Review
We recently visited Taronga Zoo’s brand NEW Amphibian & Reptile Conservation Centre (ARC) and loved the new layout! Lots of room to walk around, very accessible for prams and wheelchairs through ramps and clear pathways.
Photo credit: @busycitykids
Our reptile and amphibian friends are thriving in their new habitats! You can see more than 50 creatures at the ARC, we tried to spot them all but some were too good at hiding and some still on their way to their new home.
Our friend Leo the Lizard maybe? - Photo credit: @busycitykids
Photo credit: @busycitykids
The one-way path takes you through six immersive zones across two accessible levels. From frosty sub-alpine of Kosciusko National Park to scorching hot arid desert across Australia to wet temperate and tropical rainforests and then right back to your own backyard here in Sydney!
Gorgeous snake! - Photo credit: @busycitykids
Miss loved the Alligator Snappy Turtle while Mister loved the Gila Monster and Shingleback Skink! We looked for the cute Corroboree frogs but they were too good at hiding!
Corroboree frogs and other creatures - Photo credit: @busycitykids
We loved the variety of habitats and creatures throughout the ARC and the gorgeous new enclosures they each have!
Shingleback Skink - Photo credit: @busycitykids
Gila Monster - Photo credit: @busycitykids
Such a great setup and super accessible for families with kids and visitors with wheelchairs too.
Love the new pathways especially floors - Photo credit: @busycitykids
Alligator Snappy Turtle - Photo credit: @busycitykids
Some creatures were hiding very well on our visit while others are still on their way waiting for their new habitat to be 100% ready and the perfect condition for them so we can’t wait to come back and see them!
New area on roof top - Photo credit: @busycitykids
Plus, we learned about how these creatures survive in tough climates and how we can be Climate Heroes with fun clues and games on the rooftop!
Climate Hero Games - Photo credit: @busycitykids
Climate Hero Games - Photo credit: @busycitykids
A visit to ARC - Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Centre is included with your Taronga Zoo entry!
Make sure you visit ARC - Amphibian and Reptile Conservation Centre and nguwing nura - Nocturnal House (our review) next time you visit Taronga Zoo.
This visit was self-funded. Busy City Kids are Zoo friends at Taronga Zoo, if you would like to have access to Taronga Zoo 365 days a year and have access to special new enclosures previews, food & gift discounts and more, join Zoo Friends for the Wild! More info re Zoo Friends here.
More info about ARC at Taronga Zoo here.
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