Secrets of the Zoo: Down Under Season 3 Episode 3 X-Ray Marks the Spot
- May 29, 2022
In "Secrets of the Zoo: Down Under" season 3 episode 3, titled "X-Ray Marks the Spot," viewers are taken on a behind-the-scenes look at Taronga Zoo in Sydney, Australia. This episode focuses on the zoo's veterinary team as they work to diagnose and treat various animal ailments.
One of the main storylines centers around a young female koala named Willow, who arrives at the zoo with an injured eye. The veterinary team uses ultrasound and x-ray technology to get a better look at the inside of Willow's eye, eventually determining that surgery is necessary to save her sight.
Another animal featured in this episode is a Tasmanian devil named Cedric. Cedric has been struggling with a respiratory infection, and the vets must use an x-ray to determine the best course of treatment for him.
Meanwhile, the zookeepers are busy tending to the needs of the animals in their care. They work to create enrichment activities for the Malayan sun bears and help train a pair of ring-tailed lemurs to stand still for a veterinary check-up.
As always, "Secrets of the Zoo: Down Under" offers a fascinating glimpse into the daily operations of a world-class zoo. From caring for sick animals to creating engaging activities for their charges, the staff at Taronga Zoo are passionate about their work and dedicated to the wellbeing of the animals in their care.
