Photo Friday: Sydney Zoo

June 4th, 2009
Amie from Ciao Bambino

Even though our visit to Sydney was without kids, we did not want to miss the world famous Taronga Zoo. Despite the rainy weather, we had a blast here.  It’s compact enough to cover the main attractions without much effort and many of the exhibits enable you to get close to the animals.  The highlights, of course, are the native Australian animals.  The kangaroos are particularly entertaining given that you experience them without a fence.  These animals are hysterical—I laugh every time I look at this picture of a kangaroo literally “lounging” around.

The other stars of this zoo are the koala bears.  Is there another more snuggly creature on earth?  We paid for an encounter which enabled us to get really close to them. Very fun …

When you get tired of looking at the animals, there are some amazing harbor views from a few of the exhibits.  I’m sure the giraffes appreciate their view of the opera house.

Needless to say, this is a very fun excursion with kids of all ages. For more Photo Friday posts, visit Delicious Baby.

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12 Comments to Photo Friday: Sydney Zoo:

  1. amida wrote: June 4th, 2009 at 7:06 pm

    That lounging kangaroo is just too funny!

  2. Amy @ The Q Family wrote: June 4th, 2009 at 9:19 pm

    The kangaroo pose is priceless! :) What view of the harbor from the zoo.

  3. Mara wrote: June 5th, 2009 at 5:10 am

    I love that picture of the kangaroo. I’m looking at this with my kids and they think it looks extraordinary (Tommy’s word).

  4. Wanderluster wrote: June 5th, 2009 at 7:30 am

    That is THE funniest photo of the kangaroo. It reminds me of a lounging cat. Or a movie star just waiting to be photographed. I also really like the giraffes with the Opera House in the background.

  5. marina villatoro wrote: June 5th, 2009 at 8:40 am

    Who said zoos are for kids, I love to visit them!
    What a great shot of the kangroo, could he be anymore relaxed:)
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  6. Lorraine wrote: June 5th, 2009 at 8:58 am

    Wow, having Sydney Harbor in the background over a couple of beautiful giraffes – what a scene! And the nose on that Koala! Very cool photos, thanks for sharing them.

  7. Dr. Jessie Voigts wrote: June 5th, 2009 at 9:55 am

    how fun! i love seeing your photos. and the background! wow!

  8. Kymri wrote: June 5th, 2009 at 10:48 am

    What great zoo pics, and what a great zoo by the looks of it! I’ll get out there someday with my kid :)

  9. Debbie Dubrow wrote: June 5th, 2009 at 11:29 am

    What great shots! Thanks for sharing

  10. Bridget Smith wrote: June 5th, 2009 at 5:21 pm

    Loved these animal close ups. That takes talent.

  11. Dominique wrote: June 6th, 2009 at 9:43 am

    Too funny! I love looking at animal pictures from your corner of the world…so unusual for us :)

  12. Marsha Novak wrote: June 23rd, 2009 at 9:37 am

    Amie,
    Thanks for the great info and pics – loving giraffes and enjoying opera, we must get to the Sydney Zoo!

    Congrats on a great webpage and keep up the traveling!

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