Healesville Sanctuary

Healesville Sanctuary, formally known as the Sir Colin MacKenzie Sanctuary, is a zoo specializing in native Australian animals. It is set in a natural bushland environment where paths wind through different habitat areas showcasing wallabies, wombats, dingoes, kangaroos, and over 200 native bird varieties. The sanctuary has a history of breeding native animals and is one of only two places to have successfully bred a platypus. Guided tours, bird shows, and information areas are available to visitors. The sanctuary is home to various animals, including Tasmanian devils, lace monitors, helmeted honeyeaters, and red-tailed black cockatoos. It also features several exhibits, such as the Koalas Area, Birds of the bush, Kangaroos, and the World of the Platypus