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Back from the brink of extinction
The National Zoo is participating in a successful captive breeding effort to save the Arabian Oryx and reintroduce it back into the wild.
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Holiday courses!
The National Zoo will be offering a selection of informative and exciting children's courses during the October school holidays.
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New bush venue opens at Mokopane
Why not plan your next function at Diedericks House in Mokopane? The venue overlooks a picturesque dam, making it ideal for open-air functions.
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Calling all health professionals
Are you interested in "One Health"? Then this multidisciplinary course in conservation medicine is for you.
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Celebrating our heritage NZG style
The NZG celebrated Heritage Day weekend differently this year; honouring South Africa's rich wildlife and its conservation.
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Urban greening
What veggies are we planting this spring? Organic farmer Sam Adams looks at the best veggies to plant, and offers advice on how to plant them.
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NZG welcomes Spring with a flurry of activities
Dr Clifford Nxomani, MD of the National Zoo, looks at new animal encounter activities aimed at enhancing visitors' experience at the zoo.
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Bad news for two South African birds
Two more species have been added to the growing list of birds facing extinction. One of them is South Africa's national bird.
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The good news is ... African Penguins are breeding at the NZG
Since the penguins' relocation to the National Zoo, six chicks have hatched and another four are expected this month.
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Join the penguin walk
Remember the movie Happy Feet? Come join in the fun and learn more about penguins from November onwards.
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Makalali and Rio find a home at the NZG
An enclosure was spruced up for the two young Ground Hornbills. Visitors can now view these endangered birds in their mountain aviary.
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We think mice are nice
Although many people think mice are a nuisance, we see them as valuable animals that deserve our special care and attention.
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Stop poaching our rhinos!
The National Zoo's Primate and Australian mammal section demonstrate their support for the Anti Rhino Poaching campaign.
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Conservation Grapevine
This month we look at what to do when an elephant gets toothache, and we are thrilled that an ancient butterfly is winging its way back to recovery.
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Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair and Reconsider before replacing and Rethink before buying. (From WESSA's booklet "85 Ways to Care for the Earth!")
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How do YOU care for the Earth? Send us your best "Go Green" tips
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