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Entry to the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2017 is now officially open and judges are hoping this year’s categories will appeal to more entrants than ever. The new ‘mobile phone’ category will provide a fresh challenge, reflecting the important photographic role played by mobile devices in our lives today. Any mobile device can be used … Read more
Leeds Castle in Kent are offering an unforgettable experience to anyone visiting in a group with a passion for owls. The falconry team at the castle are giving visitors the chance to meet these magnificent birds in a dedicated handling session. Learn more about the different types of owl, where they come from and how … Read more
A series of fictional travel posters have been created for Expedia UK to highlight the threat of extinction faced by many of our endangered animals. Inspired by vintage mid-century travel adverts, the posters show animals once commonplace in their natural habitat – such as the Dodo in Mauritius, the Golden Toad in Costa Rica and … Read more
A rare Rothschild’s giraffe has been born at West Midland Safari Park in Worcestershire – the third baby welcomed into the herd in just six months. The six-foot-tall baby boy is son to first time mum, five year old Arusha. He joins playmates, Embu and Emali, who were born in August and September 2016. Rothschild’s … Read more
Scientists and bird lovers across the world have helped researchers to uncover new secrets about the evolution of bird’s beaks over time in a ground-breaking study. Researchers at the University of Sheffield asked the public to help measure beak shapes from more than 2000 bird species which had been 3D scanned from specimens at the … Read more
Spring is in the air and the team at RZSS Edinburgh Zoo have been busy preparing for the start of the annual gentoo penguin breeding season by placing nest rings and pebbles into the Penguin Rock enclosure. It’s a noisy and lively time for the zoo as the penguins woo their mates by selecting perfectly smooth … Read more
A new tiger poaching study funded by global animal welfare charity World Animal Protection, previously the WSPA (World Society for the Protection of Animals), has found that short prison sentences and small fines may not stop determined tiger poachers in Indonesia killing these beautiful, endangered animals. The full study can be found here. Poaching is one of the … Read more
From frozen landscapes to a surprised newt, the latest exhibition at the Horniman Museum and Gardens in Forest Hill, south London, showcases the beauty and diversity of the natural world. The European Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition, opened on 26th November, features all the winning photographs in the 2015 competition, on display for the first … Read more
West Midland Safari Park has teamed up with The Real Junk Food Project Birmingham for a nifty way of recycling some of their leftover Halloween decorations. As part of the park’s Spooky Spectacular event, around 1,700 pumpkins were used to decorate the Discovery Trail, African Village and Adventure Theme Park. After the event ended on … Read more
West Midland Safari Park enlisted some extra help this year for the festive season in the form of 60 elves, who have been very busy indeed! Lead by a completely new role — head elf — the team of Santa’s little helpers worked extremely hard transforming the park’s Discovery Trail into a winter wonderland, ready … Read more
Capel Manor College has announced the opening of the Crystal Palace Park Community Wildlife Space. The nature space has been part-funded by Bromley Council’s Community Project Fund. Bromley Councillors, investors, students and members of the community all gathered for the grand unveiling of the community wildlife space in October, and ceremoniously cut a green ribbon to … Read more
In a real coup for nature lovers across the city, the Willow Emerald damselfly has been spotted at Tattenhoe Valley Park, The Parks Trust has announced. This is the first time this rare insect has been recorded in Milton Keynes and even Buckinghamshire as a whole. The Willow Emerald damselfly was spotted by one of The Parks … Read more
We interview Simon King about his new book, Nature Watch. Known to millions as a presenter of the BBC’s Springwatch, Autumnwatch and Big Cat Diary, he is one of the world’s leading experts in field-craft, wildlife watching and wildlife photography. Simon has worked as a natural history filmmaker for almost 30 years, on TV programmes … Read more
Conservation charity, the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS), is delighted to announce the official opening of Tiger Tracks – the new and improved home for the pair of critically endangered Sumatran tigers at RZSS Edinburgh Zoo. The development is a key part of the Society’s Big Cat Strategy, launched back in 2014. Edinburgh resident … Read more
A British filmmaker is celebrating after her award-winning short film has been officially selected for three prestigious film festivals in Scotland and France. Lisa Marley’s Red Sky on the Black Isle, a documentary about the plight of birds of prey in the Highlands of Scotland, will be screened at the Aberdeen Film Festival, Hebrides International … Read more
A recent report from the Center for Responsible Travel revealed that sustainable travel once again outpaced the rest of the tourism industry as demand for more socially and environmentally focused tours continue to thrive. Nature-based holidays now make up 20% of all international travel. Adventure travel, a $263 billion industry, grew 65% each year between 2009 … Read more
A recent investigation by AXA Insurance has revealed that getting back to nature can be surprisingly expensive, and raised the question: ‘Is wild camping the answer to saving money whilst still experiencing an authentic camping holiday? In recent years, ‘glamping’ has become increasingly popular with those who want to get back to nature but are not ready … Read more
Naturalist and TV presenter Simon King, known to many as the presenter of the BBC’s Springwatch, Autumnwatch and Big Cat Diary, has written a beautiful book called Nature Watch: How to Track and Observe Wildlife, which gives advice and information on how to best observe and understand wildlife. He offers insider knowledge on subjects … Read more
Sarah Jeffery of the Discover Animals team was recently invited to attend a special VIP Experience Tour with her family at West Midland Safari & Leisure Park in Bewdley, Worcestershire. The park’s VIP Tours are a unique treat for animal lovers that want to see what goes on behind the scenes. Accompanied by Dave Higgin, … Read more
Marwell Zoo‘s spectacular, family-friendly, art extravaganza, Marwell’s Zany Zebras, stampeded into Southampton recently, for a fantastic summer of fun. From mesmerising mosaics and glistening gems to colourful characters and crazy creations, there really is a zebra for everyone. Thousands of people, young and old, flocked to the city centre to enjoy the first weekend of zebra … Read more
Cotswold Wildlife Park has welcomed three Humboldt penguin chicks to the colony. After spending over two months inside their nests, the three chicks have finally ventured out and are acclimatising to their new surroundings. First out of the nest was Peanut, hatched to parents DJ and Mrs Doyle. A few days later, the park’s oldest penguin, Mushy (aged twenty-four), … Read more
Staffordshire-based attraction Trentham Monkey Forest is giving away a ‘Breakfast with Monkeys’ experience for two people as it launches a new summer competition that celebrates the 300-year anniversary of Trentham Estate landscaper ‘Capability’ Brown. The attraction has named their summer photography competition ‘Are You Capable?’ in honour of the famous gardener who worked on many gardens, … Read more
Baby Baku, the two-month old endangered tapir calf born at RZSS Edinburgh Zoo, is growing up big and strong – not to mention full of adventure – judging by a recent video. Already doubled in size, keepers have filmed the calf in a boisterous mood trying to persuade his dad Mowgli to have some fun. … Read more
Longleat has commissioned puppetry specialists from the National Theatre’s production of Warhorse to bring a giant lion puppet to life. The big cat puppet, which is nearly three metres long and more than two metres tall, will feature in daily parades at the Wiltshire stately home throughout the summer as part of the 50th anniversary of … Read more
A new Butterfly House at the National Botanic Garden of Wales has opened, with honorary president of the garden, Sir Gareth Edwards CBE, cutting the ribbon at the official opening today. The new Plas Pilipala attraction – which is in the Tropical House, designed by US-based and Wales-born architect John Belle, in the unique and historic … Read more
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