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Two venomous lizards hatch at Paignton Zoo

Paignton Zoo in Devon has successfully bred two protected Mexican beaded lizards – a first for the environmental park – with  zoo photographer Elliye Stobbart on hand to capture the incredible moment one egg hatched. This particular species of beaded lizard – also known as Heloderma horridum – is venomous and found mainly in Mexico and southern … Read more

Bird-eating tarantula and venomous centipede join Stratford minibeasts

The Stratford Butterfly Farm in Warwickshire has welcomed two amazing new creatures to its Minibeast Metropolis display. Considered to be the largest spider in the world, The Goliath Bird Eating Spider has a leg span up to a 30cm long when fully extended and is native to the rainforests of northern South America. When discovered … Read more