8 episodes

What do you think happens backstage at a zoo? Find out in Fauna, a new podcast from Zoos Victoria. We join the animal keepers, trainers, vets and scientists who work with rare and exotic animals. We’ll also travel to Victoria’s beaches and forests as zoo staff work to save our local species in trouble.

Fauna Zoos Victoria

    • Science
    • 4.9 • 77 Ratings

What do you think happens backstage at a zoo? Find out in Fauna, a new podcast from Zoos Victoria. We join the animal keepers, trainers, vets and scientists who work with rare and exotic animals. We’ll also travel to Victoria’s beaches and forests as zoo staff work to save our local species in trouble.

    Animal Smarts

    Animal Smarts

    When it comes to intelligence, animals aren’t always given the credit they deserve. But give them a chance, and they might just surprise you. Fauna is produced by Bridie Smith and Bec Fary for Zoos Victoria. Hosted by Annie Last. For music credits and more information, visit the Zoos Victoria website.

    • 20 min
    Welcome to Fauna

    Welcome to Fauna

    What do you think happens backstage at a zoo?

    • 2 min
    The Fairy Possum

    The Fairy Possum

    Come with us into the forest for a magical night to search for one of Victoria’s most elusive creatures. Fauna is produced by Bridie Smith and Bec Fary for Zoos Victoria. Hosted by Annie Last. This is the final episode of this season of Fauna. For past episodes, music credits and more information about the stories we’ve covered, visit the Zoos Victoria website.

    • 24 min
    The Last Call

    The Last Call

    In 2009, Rupert travelled to Christmas Island to help a species teetering on the brink of extinction. Zoos Victoria has never been the same since. Fauna is produced by Bridie Smith and Bec Fary for Zoos Victoria. Hosted by Annie Last. For music credits and more information, visit the Zoos Victoria website.

    • 18 min
    VIPs

    VIPs

    Find out about the zoo VIPs, including one Very Important Parrot. Fauna is produced by Bridie Smith and Bec Fary for Zoos Victoria. Hosted by Annie Last. For music credits and more information, visit the Zoos Victoria website.

    • 17 min
    The Unannounced Visitor

    The Unannounced Visitor

    At first, the Faux family thought they’d found a quail. But they quickly realised they had something far more precious on their hands. Fauna is produced by Bridie Smith and Bec Fary for Zoos Victoria. Hosted by Annie Last. For music credits and more information, visit the Zoos Victoria website.

    • 22 min

Customer Reviews

4.9 out of 5
77 Ratings

77 Ratings

zoosvictoria ,

Please make more!!

I have absolutely loved this series and would love to hear more.

Letletylet ,

We want more!

It feels like you’re really there. An excellent peek into the world of animal conservation by Zoos Victoria.

Missing Melbourne ,

Unexpected discovery

How have I not found this podcast before now? It’s beautifully crafted and tells the most engaging stories. Not just about the animals but the people as well. You feel like you’re actually there. More please!!!

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