In celebration of International Cheetah Day, Amanda from UmPhafa Private Nature Reserve, explains more about the Reserve’s cheetah permit progress. This permit means that the Reserve can introduce a female and male in the hope to eventually breed this incredible species.
🌍UmPhafa Nature Reserve is a conservation project supported by our Charity, Colchester Zoological Society!
Happy International Cheetah Day! 🐆
Today we are celebrating these fast-paced felines to help raise awareness for vital cheetah conservation. Here at Colchester Zoo, we are home to three cheetahs: males, Abasi and Azizi, and female, Anika.
Rare Amur leopard cubs born!🐆
We are excited to announce that in the early hours of the morning on 24th November 2024, exactly one month before Christmas Eve, Amur leopard, Esra, gave birth to two healthy cubs. This birth marks a significant milestone in our ongoing mission to care for wildlife and wild places.
Read full story here 👉 https://www.colchesterzoologicalsociety.com/2024/12/rare-amur-leopard-cubs-born/
Whilst some people run in the other direction at the mention of a ‘snake’, here at Colchester Zoo, we couldn’t wait for our new arrival to slither in!🐍
On Friday 8th November, a special ‘green’ species joined the family from its previous home at Hertfordshire Zoo! We’re hiss-terical to introduce our latest arrival, green anaconda, Nino!
Read full story here 👉 https://ow.ly/Wz6l50UfJzp
The Wild Vibe Crew are back tomorrow with their all-new Jingle Jam Party and Christmas Tales!
Join the party at the Main Stage at 10:30am, 1:00pm and 3:00pm, and listen to the tale of Wilbur the Woolly Mammoth at 11:30am and 2:00pm!
A huge thank you to everyone who has supported and shared our Christmas advert!🎅
We were delighted to be able to once again work with the local community to produce a magical Christmas Advert which focuses on the importance of conservation.
Take a look behind the scenes and find out more about the cast and crew behind the camera🎥
Deadline Communications Ltd
Our Nature Area is more than just a tranquil pathway located at the bottom of the Zoo! Over the past 13 years, the area has grown into a haven for native wildlife and has since welcomed a range of local species and plants, including most recently, the Eurasian otter.
Read full story here 👉 https://ow.ly/vOKY50TX65Y
Training sessions are an important part of the daily care our team provide. These sessions allow our Animal Care Team to carry out regular health checks with all of the animals here at the Zoo.
Primate keeper Emily, explains how we train our Colombian black spider monkeys.
Due to popular demand, we have released additional tickets for our Trail of Terror event on Friday 25th and Saturday 26th October 2024!👻
Tickets are available on a first-come first-served basis and are expected to sell quickly so book now to avoid missing out on a SCREAM of a night! 👉 https://ow.ly/UIEE50TShiF
LAST CHANCE to secure off-peak tickets for our Trail of Terror event tonight! 25th and 26th October are now SOLD OUT!👻
Need a breather from the scares? Enjoy some refreshments at our Safe Zones to help warm your chilled bones. Don’t forget you can purchase a Meal Voucher for just £8.00 when booked in advance!
Book now 👉 https://ow.ly/CBLQ50TRqaJ
Final tickets remaining for our last off-peak Trail of Terror date tomorrow! 👻
If you walk down the trail at night, you’ll be in for a scary surprise. Follow the route with twists and turns, who knows if you’ll survive…
Book your tickets today to avoid missing out 👉 https://ow.ly/l2P550TQya7
