Canberra Reptile Zoo

01/06/2026

📸 WANTED: Families, Kids, Grandparents, Couples & Animal Lovers! 🐊🐍

Share this with anyone you think would suit what we’re after and is looking for an awesome free experience.

This coming Monday, 8 June (Public Holiday), we’re looking for a variety of people to help us create content for our brand-new website and future marketing material.

In return, successful participants will receive:

✅ FREE entry to the Canberra Reptile Zoo✅ FREE morning tea✅ FREE live reptile show✅ FREE animal encounter✅ FREE introduction to our newest arrival✅ A fun behind-the-scenes VIP experience

And yes... that’s genuinely the deal. There is no hidden catch.

The only thing we ask is that you’re happy to give us permission to use photographs and video footage taken during the day for promotional purposes.

We’re looking for a diverse range of people, including:👶 Babies and young children🧒 School-aged children🧑 Teenagers👨 Adults👵 Grandparents👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families of all shapes and sizes

Places will be limited, and we expect them to fill quickly.

To express your interest, simply send us a private message and let us know who would like to attend. We’ll get back to you as soon as possible to let you know if you’ve secured a place.

If you’re not selected—or simply don’t wish to participate—you can still visit us as normal! We are OPEN on the public holiday and you’ll still be able to enjoy our shows, feedings, encounters and all the excitement of a day at the zoo. You just won’t be part of the VIP photography group.

Monday is coming up fast, so don’t wait too long!

If you have any questions, send us a message and we’ll happily provide further details.

📸🐊 We can’t wait to meet some new faces and show off everything that makes the Canberra Reptile Zoo such a unique experi

01/06/2026

Public holiday in canberra but we’re still open as usual 😁

24/05/2026

Meet one of our wonderful creatures, the Barking Owl (Ninox connivens).

We have a boy and girl here at the zoo who prove that not all owls are night owls. Ready to go day or night, these talkative birds are always full of personality and, unlike many of our reptiles, they need to be fed every single day.

Come and say hi 👋

22/05/2026

All the boss is away the team must still work hard. ARB Fishwick tomorrow from 10 AM until 2 PM. Come say hi.

21/05/2026

This Saturday 23rd of May, from 10 till 2. Our mobile reptile crew will be helping ARB 4x4 accessories Fyshwick celebrate their open day! Come down and see our mobile reptile crew and join in on the days festivities. We can’t wait to see you there.

Across participating ARB stores and stockists nationwide, enjoy exclusive offers, live in-store demos, new vehicle displays, plus food, coffee, and more.

19/05/2026

PLEASE DON’T PANIC.

We’ve had a lot of people contacting us worried they are going to lose their pets due to the recent ACT reptile licensing changes.

You have NOTHING to worry about.

These changes are simply about helping protect Australian wildlife into the future and bringing the ACT into line with other states around reptile traceability and responsible ownership.

If you currently own one of the newly listed species, all you need to do is apply for a licence through the ACT Government during the transition period before 14 August 2026.

During this transition period:• Licence fees are waived• You do NOT need proof of origin for animals you already own• Existing keepers are being supported through the process

To apply or learn more, visit:https://www.act.gov.au/environment/plants-and-animals/licensing-of-plants-and-animals

Please remember:This is not about taking animals away from responsible owners. It is about protecting wildlife and ensuring animals can be traced to legal sources in the future.

As always, if you are unsure, feel free to contact the team at Canberra Reptile Zoo and we will do our best to point you in the right direction.

18/05/2026

🚨 ACT REPTILE LAW CHANGES 🚨

IT IS NOW ILLEGAL TO OWN ONE OF THESE FIVE REPTILE SPECIES IN THE ACT………. Without a license ! ( had you going there) .

The ACT Government has officially removed a number of previously exempt reptile species from the exempt animal list — including the five species featured here.

That means these animals are now:
✅ LICENSE REQUIRED
❌ NO LONGER EXEMPT FROM LICENSING

This is a move we wholeheartedly support as ethical animal welfare advocates.

Keeping wildlife responsibly matters. These are long-lived, highly specialised animals that deserve accountable ownership, proper education and appropriate standards of care. Changes like this help reduce irresponsible trade, improve traceability and encourage better outcomes for both animals and keepers.

If you already own one of these species — please do not panic.

A grace period is being provided, and existing keepers simply need to contact the relevant ACT Government department to have their animal added to a permit. We encourage everyone to read the official letter and follow the process outlined.

Please do the right thing by our animals.
Education, accountability and ethical keeping are essential for the future of wildlife ownership in Australia.

17/05/2026

Today was a very special and emotional day for all of us at the Canberra Reptile Zoo.

Thank you to everyone who came along and indulged us in sharing the many anecdotal stories of Chopper’s history, his trials and tribulations, and the plans for the next chapter of his journey. It was incredible to see so much support and to make his final public appearance such an engaging, positive and meaningful occasion, even on what is ultimately a very sad day for our team.

Chopper has helped educate and inspire people here in Canberra for many years, and seeing the community come together for him today meant more than we can put into words.

There is still more to come on Chopper’s journey as I travel with him this week… follow along for updates from the road and behind the scenes of where life is taking him next.

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15/05/2026

Happy World Endangered Species Day.

It may not seem like a day to celebrate when we think about the fact that so many animals are endangered, but the important thing is that they are still here , and not yet extinct. Days like today help shine a light on the small things we can all do in our everyday lives to help protect wildlife and ensure threatened species never disappear forever.

At the Canberra Reptile Zoo, we are always proud to share the stories of local threatened species, as well as incredible conservation success stories of animals being brought back from the brink of extinction.

The best outcome we can hope for is for people to talk, learn, and care, because education truly is the key to saving our wildlife.

14/05/2026

It’s time to say goodbye to Chopper, our incredible ambassador crocodile.

Join us this Sunday at 12PM for a special crocodile presentation and discussion about Chopper’s future, where he’ll be heading next, and how we’ll continue to share his journey with you all.

For many years Chopper has helped educate and inspire thousands of people here in the ACT, creating unforgettable encounters and helping people better understand these amazing animals. We hope you’ll come along and help us farewell a truly special member of the Canberra Reptile Zoo family.