Baby Emus at WILD LIFE Sydney 2
	Endangered Princess Parrots at WILD LIFE Sydney

WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo this week welcomed a flurry of feathered friends with the arrival of four adorable, distinctively striped baby emu chicks.

The chicks arrived last week from John Morony Wildlife Care Centre, who, as part of an ongoing partnership with WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, housed the baby emus throughout a month-long quarantine period.

Marcus Mellenbergh, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo Bird Keeper, commented: “We’re thrilled to have a healthy and happy new brood with us. Emus grow extremely quickly – our chicks will be fully grown in the next five or so months – so now is a fantastic time to visit!”

These lovable creatures will grow to more than 1.2 metres, weighing as much as 50 to 60 kilograms as adults. The second largest bird in the world by height, the emu belongs to an ancient group of flightless birds known as ratites, one of the earliest offshoots in bird evolution.

The chicks were joined by other exciting new WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo habitants who now reside in the attraction’s newest exhibit, Kangaroo Walk-About. These animals include two Grey Kangaroos, six Agile Wallabies – some carrying baby Joeys in their pouches and eight vibrantly coloured Princess Parrots. The Princess Parrots are known for their affectionate and playful nature and are currently listed as endangered.

Where: WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour (next door to Sydney Aquarium)
Opening hours: Open 9am –8pm daily (last admissions at 7pm)