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Season 6 – Secrets of the Zoo: Down Under

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A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on the shores of Sydney Harbour.
Secrets of the Zoo: Down Under — Season 6

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Virginia Gay

Narrator

Naomi Watts

Actor

Simon Steel

Producer

John Mcavoy

Executive Producer

David Grusovin

Director

Catherine Ledingham

Director

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 4, 2025 Elephant Special We follow the relocation of Taronga Zoo Sydney's last two Asian elephants, Pak Boon and Tang Mo, as they prepare to leave their long-time home and begin a bold new chapter at Monarto Safari Park in South Australia; more than just a move, this is history in the making—the end of an era for one of Australia's zoos. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 11, 2025 Toothless Tiger Aged Sumatran tigers face critical health checks; Sakti's dental surgery goes into crisis; aged capybara Carlos gets a check-up; a horticulturist hunts 10,000 termites for the echidnas. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 18, 2025 Seal Survey Taronga's team of keepers, vets and volunteers come together to undertake a variety of exciting and time-sensitive tasks; over in the lion habitat, keeper Louise leads a fun, yet vital project with the zoo's dedicated volunteers; in the Reptile House, Luke is always ready for anything. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 25, 2025 Gorilla Warfare At Taronga in Sydney, tensions are building in the western lowland gorilla troop; meanwhile, in Taronga's Marine Habitat, a sea lion swap is taking place; across the zoo, Taronga's Asian elephants Pak Boon and Tang Mo are in line for some new, very large enrichment toys. Details Episode 5 Aired Dec 2, 2025 Baby Boom A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on the shores of Sydney Harbour. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 9, 2025 Red Panda-Monium A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on the shores of Sydney Harbour. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 16, 2025 Chatty Cheetah A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on the shores of Sydney Harbour. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 23, 2025 Emu Rescue The Taronga team is leading a statewide koala rescue mission, employing advanced tools like thermal drones and radio collars to track and monitor these endangered animals; at the marine habitat, sea lion Charlie is being treated for painful kidney stones; the elephants undergo their annual health checks, which include tuberculosis testing and a thorough physical exam; at Taronga's Dubbo Wildlife Hospital, three orphaned emu chicks will one day become Australia's biggest birds. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 30, 2025 It's Tiger Time Sumatran tiger Mawa undergoes a health check for a US breeding program; potoroo Spud courts Penny. Details Episode 10 Aired Jan 13, 2026 Bongo Blood Draw Following Anjalee, the female Asian elephant, as the zoo works to breed her with Gung in an effort to continue the conservation of this endangered species; Ekundo, the bongo antelope, is being put through a specialized training program to prepare him for blood draw; over at Taronga's marine habitat, the team is facing a tough breeding season with the Fiordland penguins. Details Episode 11 Aired May 4, 2026 Elephant Move Special In this special episode, we follow the monumental relocation of Taronga Zoo Sydney's last two Asian elephants, Pak Boon and Tang Mo, as they prepare to leave their long-time home and begin a bold new chapter at Monarto Safari Park in South Australia. Details Episode 12 Aired May 31, 2026 Sea Lion Surgery At Taronga Zoo Sydney, the veterinary team is preparing for one of their most challenging procedures. Elsewhere in the zoo, keepers continue the daily work that supports long-term animal wellbeing. Details Episode 13 Airs undefined Hello Hari A behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to run the Taronga Zoo Sydney, Australia's largest zoo, located on the shores of Sydney Harbour. Details Episode 13 Aired Jun 7, 2026 Cheetah Time Trial At Taronga Western Plains Zoo, the big cat team is focused on maintaining peak physical condition in one of the world's fastest land animals. Experienced keepers adjust to new roles following major animal relocations, stepping out of familiar routines and learning to work with new species. Details Episode 14 Airs Jun 14 Goodbye Gorillas At Taronga Zoo Sydney, a major change is underway in the western lowland gorilla habitat. As the team works through the health checks, concerns grow around the wellbeing of Frala, the eldest female. Elsewhere, keepers focus on future-proofing other vulnerable species. Details Episode 15 Airs Jun 21 Little Devil At Taronga Western Plains Zoo, 21-year-old southern black rhinoceros Sentwali is anaesthetised for a complex dental examination after keepers notice he has been dropping food. Elsewhere, long-awaited elephant mum Anjalee goes into labour after 22 months of pregnancy. Details Episode 16 Airs Jun 28 Laughing Lions In Taronga's African Savannah, lioness Malika takes part in open-mouth training, allowing keepers to examine her teeth safely without sedation. At the same time, a new artificial intelligence system is being trialled with the giraffe herd. At the Wildlife Hospital, 12-month-old Fiordland crested penguin Jojo is examined after going off her food. Details
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Season Info

Director
David Grusovin, Catherine Ledingham
Executive Producer
John Mcavoy
Network
9SYDANZ
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Reality
Original Language
Australian English
Release Date
Nov 4, 2025