Spring has sprung and Perth Zoo is in the midst of a baby boom.

Population numbers of some of the nation’s most endangered species have soared this month, as the zoo welcomed a new generation of critters as part of its Native Species Breeding Program.

Hairy marron numbers climbed by 94, whilst its white-bellied frog, western swamp tortoise and numbat population grew by 70, 39 and seven, respectively.

Environment Minister Matthew Swinbourn said the animals would eventually be released into the wild in a bid to increase their native population.

“We’ve had a bit of a bumper season which we want to celebrate in terms of springtime,” he said on Thursday.

“As endangered and critically endangered species, each individual born through these conservation programs makes a significant impact f

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