Plans revealed for a $16m state-of-the-art Sumatran Tiger exhibit at Taronga Zoo

PLANS for one of the biggest developments at Taronga Zoo in nearly a decade are now on public exhibition.

PLANS for one of the biggest developments at Taronga Zoo in nearly a decade are now on public exhibition.

The zoo is seeking state government approval to build a new state-of-the-art carnivore exhibit at their Mosman site, at an estimated cost of around $16 million.

The Taronga Zoo Sumatran Tiger Adventure will be a highly engaging exhibit reminiscent of an Indonesian village and rainforest, according to the environmental impact statement prepared for the development.

Plans for the Taronga Zoo Sumatran Tiger Adventure.

The state-significant plans are currently on public exhibition.

Taronga director Cameron Kerr told the Mosman Daily the development will assist efforts to save the Sumatran Tiger.

“Taronga prides itself on being a leader in the presentation, conservation and research of wildlife and this redevelopment is the natural expansion of our efforts to help save the critically endangered Sumatran Tiger,” Mr Kerr said.

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“The Sumatran Tiger Adventure will deliver significant improvements to the way we care for our Sumatran Tigers and manage our successful conservation breeding program for this species, and offer unparalleled visitor opportunities to engage with wildlife.

“It will also present our Sumatran Tigers in a way that respectfully brings them close to visitors, inspiring engagement and support of Taronga’s breeding programs, in situ conservation work in Sumatra and the use of sustainable palm oil to protect tiger habitats.

People can have their say until July 27.

Taronga Zoo will celebrate its centenary in 2016.

“Visitors will have an opportunity learn more about the threats facing tigers in the wild, and how their everyday decisions and purchases can have an positive impact on tigers in Sumatra’s jungles.”

The proposed development, which will see the existing carnivore exhibit demolished, comes as the zoo gears up mark its centenary.

“As the Zoo prepares to celebrate its centenary in 2016, this redevelopment is the perfect way to mark Taronga’s next century of effort to create a shared future for wildlife and people,” Mr Kerr said.

Public submissions on the proposed development close on July 27.

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