The search is on for rare treasure at Perth Zoo to honour the Lunar New Year and arrival of the Year of the Snake!

From 11 January to 16 February, visitors can embark on a sssensational Hide and Ssseek adventure for the chance to win one of five 2025 Year of the Snake 1oz Silver Proof Coloured Coins from The Perth Mint.

The self-guided Hide and Ssseek activation is a collaboration between two of Western Australia’s much-loved institutions, Perth Zoo and The Perth Mint.

At the Zoo, grab a zoo map at the entrance and follow the red snake path to discover five hidden golden snakes and crack the passsscode.

Each hidden snake will reveal a fun fact about our slithery friends, aiming to encourage visitors to develop an appreciation for the misunderstood animal.

Visitors to The Perth Mint also have the chance to follow the clues to the hidden golden snakes and be in the running to win a coin. Find more information here.
 
This special school holiday activation is a great way for kids to get out into nature and have fun while learning – we think the community will be surprised to find there’s a lot to love about snakes!
 
FAST SNAKE FACTS

  • Snakes don’t have eyelids! Instead, they have a clear scale that sit over their eyes to protect them.
  • Interestingly, snake scales are made of keratin, the same as our fingernails.
  • Not all snakes lay eggs, some give birth to live young.
  • Snakes are generally quite shy and like to be left alone, they will only bite to defend themselves if they feel threatened. The best thing to do if you see a snake in the wild is stay calm and give it plenty of room to slither away.