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ZSL London Zoo has released a series of fascinating thermal images showing the nocturnal goings-on of some of its animal inhabitants after dark. Using a specialist FLIR (Forward Looking Infrared) camera, ZSL’s photographer was able to reveal the unique heat radiation patterns of the animals during the ‘ZSL London Zoo Lodges’ overnight experience. Famous for their … Read more
After years of waiting, Belfast Zoo can finally celebrate their first ever successful Chilean flamingo hatchings. Although Belfast Zoo has been home to flamingos since opening in 1934, Chilean flamingos did not arrive until 2010. The birds never laid eggs in this time, however, despite attempts by the zoo team to encourage breeding behavior. In … Read more
Welsh Mountain Zoo in Colwyn Bay has welcomed a number of new arrivals in a flurry of feathers and fur recently. Six flamingo chicks, a rare brown baby lemur, a pair of meerkats and five red squirrel babies were all born within weeks of each other at the National Zoo of Wales. The Chilean flamingos … Read more
Well known for its flock of Chilean flamingos, Paignton Zoo Environmental Park in Devon has welcomed its first flamingo chicks in six years. Recently hatched, the two small, pale and fluffy chicks are now being looked after by their parents and protected from both the weather and predatory gulls. It will be a while before … Read more
Record numbers of Chilean flamingos have hatched at Longleat in Wiltshire with the safari park welcoming a total of 15 chicks to the colony this year. Flamingos lay just one egg at a time on top of a tall cone nest. Each chick hatches with white plumage, which they will keep for around three years, … Read more
Wildlife specialist Naturetrek has released its 2017 brochure, packed with unique and innovative trips, treks and cruises expertly guided by leading naturalists. The 2017 programme includes over 40 new tours to the best wildlife locations around the globe. There’s particular growth in tours closer to home in the UK and Europe, as well as in … Read more
Blackpool Zoo has welcomed more than 50 tiny faces to its line up of really wild residents so far in 2016. From critically endangered species on the brink of extinction to the just downright cute, each and every one of them has brought joy to keepers and visitors alike. The largest baby to be born … Read more
Enjoy an exciting and educational day out at Birdland in Bourton-on-the-Water this summer. At one of the UK’s biggest bird gardens, families can discover an array of amazing wildlife from king penguins to tortoises. Situated in the picturesque Cotswolds, Birdland boasts a beautiful natural setting of woodland, river and gardens that are inhabited by over … Read more
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