HEAD KEEPERS BLOG
There’s always something new happening at The Tropical Butterfly House – keep up to date with all the latest animal antics from Head Keeper, Chrissie Jackson.
Posted at 15:47 29/02/12
Animal Keeper's Amanda Linley (left) and Elisabeth Blezard (right) with baby Meerkats 'Alexander' and 'Sergei'
Animal Keepers, Amanda Linley and Elisabeth Blezard have had their hands full with two baby Meerkats who are being hand reared after their mother abandoned them.
Amanda and Fizz have taken on the responsibility of taking care of …
Posted at 12:05 28/02/12
We’re pleased to announce that our beautiful flock of parrots have now moved in to their stunning new aviary. The enclosure has been purpose-built and landscaped to provide an enriching environment for the birds, including a waterfall for them to drink from and bathe in.
The glass front to the aviary allows for better …
Posted at 16:26 19/02/12
We are very excited to announce the arrival of 17 year old ‘Vernon’ the Rüppell’s Griffon Vulture who joined our ever-expanding menagerie this weekend!
This species is native to Central Africa and Vernon now shares a large enclosure with Alfie, our 4 year old Turkey Vulture – a species native to Central and South America. …
