Temperatures are expected to reach as high as 109 degrees around Sydney on January 8. At the Taronga Zoo, animals are given popsicles and showers to keep cool.
This is an African Lion named Kuchani.
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To cool down she is given an ice milk block.
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She likes her dessert.
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A lot.
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