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Visitors to Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm in Warwickshire can now enjoy a new ‘Rainforest Realm’ exhibition, officially opened by owner Clive Farrell. The new display features a Spectacled Caiman named Kenny along with other animals that originate from the rainforests of Central America. Kenny is a re-homed animal and is approximately 1.3 metres but may grow to up to … Read more
Animal attractions Howletts and Port Lympne in Kent are inviting visitors to come and meet some of the Kings of the animal kingdom over the Coronation bank holiday weekend, 6th – 8th May 2023. From playful primates to big cats, here’s a snapshot of some of our very own Kings and their families who you … Read more
Zookeepers at London Zoo recently celebrated the hatching of a Critically Endangered Rupell’s griffon vulture – the first vulture to hatch at the conservation zoo in more than 40 years. The fluffy grey chick, which weighed just 115g – the same as a bar of soap – had a dramatic start to life, as extraordinary … Read more
A new exhibition has opened at the British Library called Animals: Art, Science and Sound. Featuring more than 100 artworks, manuscripts, sound recordings and books, many on display for the first time, it explores how animals have been documented across the world over the last 2,000 years. Running until 28th August 2023, the exhibition reveals how the intersection of science, … Read more
In a UK first, Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire is inviting visitors to get closer to wildlife and ‘Meet our Common Hippos’ Hodor and Lola – as part of an exciting new experience at the conservation zoo. From Thursday 4th May, hippo fanatics will be able to join expert zookeepers behind-the-scenes at the UK’s largest zoo … Read more
Kent wildlife park Wildwood Trust has united the only pair of elk in the country. Caramel, who is already a firm favourite at the attraction, is now sharing an enclosure with new resident bull Jurgeon. The move follows the charity’s groundbreaking work on the Wilder Blean project – a joint venture with Kent Wildlife Trust … Read more
Visitors to Hampshire looking for Easter wildlife will be spoilt for choice at Marwell Zoo, with offers including an ‘Appy Egg Trail, a special ticket offer and new experience days. The ‘Appy Egg Trail comes free as part of a visit to the zoo and guests just need to download the free Marwell Zoo app to take … Read more
Some of the world’s most elusive animals have arrived in the county of Hertfordshire, just in time for Easter, as Paradise Wildlife Park officially opens the habitats of Sun Bear Heights and Jaguar Jungle. Coinciding with Paradise Wildlife Park’s 39th anniversary and their last year prior to rebranding to Hertfordshire Zoo in April 2024, the … Read more
Hop on down to London Zoo this Easter for an Easter egg hunt like no other – as families visiting the conservation zoo are tasked with cracking secret codes to find the golden egg hidden somewhere amongst 36 acres of wildlife. From Saturday 1st – Sunday 16th April, animal detectives can join the search for the … Read more
A baby Grevy’s zebra has been born at West Midland Safari Park in Worcestershire, great news for the conservation of this endangered species. Keepers were excited to find that the cute, stripy youngster had been born during the early hours of 17th March, to 12-year-old mum Akuna. Grevy’s zebra are pregnant for 13 months, so keepers have been waiting … Read more
Blackpool Zoo‘s Magellanic penguins are getting a new home thanks to an upgrade and extension of their facility. The £100,000 improvement works started in January and will be completed shortly. Blackpool Zoo’s 20 strong Magellanic penguin colony is currently residing in a specially designed off-show facility complete with their own pool but a brand new beach, complete with … Read more
On World Wildlife Day, we bring you news that plans to create what could be England’s largest beaver enclosure at one of the country’s top garden attractions have been given the green light. Planning permission has been granted for Trentham, in Staffordshire, to build an enclosure within the historic 725-acre estate, which will shortly house … Read more
Adorable pygmy hippo Amara has moved into her new home at London Zoo, where she has been enthusiastically welcomed by her new hippo-hubby, Thug. The two-year-old female was chauffeured the 400-mile journey from Edinburgh Zoo to the iconic conservation zoo at the beginning of February after being matched up with Thug through the European Breeding Programme … Read more
The Puffins Galore! public art trail of giant puffins across Hull and East Yorkshire has proved so popular – attracting over 100,000 visitors – that the 42 sculptures will stay in place until 16th April 2023, having previously been due to end in November 2022. The unique artist decoration of each puffin responds to one … Read more
Looking for ideas on where to go with the kids to see wildlife this February half term? Take a gander at our selection of activities taking place across the country.
London Zoo’s veterinary team have dug into their archives to share a new series of amazing x-ray images – taken while caring for the conservation zoo’s 14,000 animals. 📸 London Zoo
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) has shared the first pictures of two koala joeys born at Edinburgh Zoo to mums Kalari and Inala. 📸 RZSS
Aspiring young vets can put their animal care skills to the test at both Whipsnade Zoo in Bedfordshire and London Zoo this February half-term with Vets in Action, an inspirational role-playing experience for children. From Saturday 11th to Sunday 19th February, during an action-packed week of activities, kids can experience first-hand what it takes to … Read more
CBBC’s One Zoo Three returns to our screens at the end of January on BBC iPlayer. Based at Paradise Wildlife Park in the heart of Hertfordshire and its sister site, The Big Cat Sanctuary in Kent, this fun, educational series promises a bundle of new additions. The show follows brothers Cam, Tyler and Aaron on … Read more
This winter, families visiting SEA LIFE Manchester are being offered the opportunity to join the attraction’s turtle rescue team. Grab a Patrol Book when you arrive and join in the turtle rescue mission by writing down which breed of turtle you’re going to be saving, then keeping a log of your turtle’s details as you help with … Read more
London Zoo has shared adorable pictures of its first arrival of 2023 – a baby two-toed sloth, born on New Year’s Day to mum Marilyn and nick-named Nova. 📸 ZSL
Wildlife expert Chris Packham CBE has launched Bristol Zoological Society’s Recover Local Nature Appeal – calling on the public to help save and protect species that are under threat of disappearing forever.
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS) has announced plans to give giant panda pair Yang Guang and Tian Tian a ‘giant farewell’ from Edinburgh Zoo as the wildlife conservation charity prepares for the pair’s return to China later this year. A new series of events and experiences will be available to book from Monday … Read more
Zookeepers at ZSL London Zoo have dusted off their clipboards, calculators and cameras as they counted up all the animals at the zoo‘s annual stocktake yesterday. Caring for more than 300 different species, keepers faced the challenging task of tallying up every mammal, bird, reptile, fish and invertebrate at the zoo – counting every creature … Read more
The first ever Gelada Monkey baby has been born at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster. The adorable youngster, who is enjoying being carried around by mum, is already warming the hearts of visitors. This arrival to first time mum Feven and recent arrival, new male, Obi is a ground-breaking moment in the breeding of Gelada. … Read more
The UK’s only polar bear cub, Brodie, celebrated his first birthday at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland’s (RZSS) Highland Wildlife Park this month. Keepers at the wildlife conservation charity helped Brodie mark the milestone with a birthday ice-cake made of carrot, hot dogs, apples, cod liver oil and a peanut butter frosting. The cub … Read more
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