Colchester Zoo

Recently spotted in our Dinosaur Realm! A robin has made a nest in the mouth of one of the fiercest prehistoric predators we have here at the Zoo – the T-Rex! It’s great to be seeing more local wildlife around the Zoo, and possibly even a first in the history of nest locations. Don’t worry! This T-Rex won’t bite, he’s being very welcoming to the Robin family and is staying statue still! Where’s the most unusual place you’ve spotted a birds nest?

LAST CHANCE to SAVE 25% off an Extra-Ordinary Animal Experience when booked to take place before 31st March 2025! Our only dates remaining are the 19th, 20th, 24th 25th and 27th March so get in quick as these dates will go! Book your Extra-Ordinary Animal Experience with our friendly Experiences Team today 👉 https://ow.ly/78jB50V68cw

Here at the Zoo, we are home to two species of otter, the Asian short-clawed otter and smooth-coated otters! 🦦 Did you know that smooth-coated otters can swim long distances and can stay underwater for up to 8 minutes with a single breath! Their whiskers allow them to sense movement and find prey even in murky water.

This February half term, enjoy a week filled with daytime activities suitable for all ages! With only a few days left, what are you waiting for? Book your tickets online now and join in with a host of family fun! Find out more 👉 https://ow.ly/fElm50V1QG4

Our February Half Term event is here! Enjoy a week filled with daytime activities and discover more about Colchester Zoological Society! 🎤Hear from our Animal Care Team at Keeper on the Couch 🎵Dance with our Zoo Crew in our Zootastic Party 🔍Discover more at the Exploratorium 🖌️Transform into your favourite animal at our Face Painting Station 👀Get hands on at our Discovery Den 🦕Journey through our Dinosaur Realm and see our NEW arrivals! 🌈Create colourful sand bottles at Crazy Sand 🐯Learn about our incredible species at an Animal Encounter See our full timetable of events and book your tickets today 👉 https://ow.ly/CZqA50V0a3w

Happy Valentine’s Day!❤️ The animals here at Colchester Zoo are feeling the love with some otter-ly adorable heart-shaped enrichment created by our Animal Care Team!

Our February Half Term event begins this Saturday 15th February! Enjoy a week filled with daytime activities and discover more about Colchester Zoological Society! 🎤Hear from our Animal Care Team at Keeper on the Couch 🎵Dance with our Zoo Crew in our Zootastic Party 🔍Discover more at the Exploratorium 🖌️Transform into your favourite animal at our Face Painting Station 👀Get hands on at our Discovery Den 🦕Journey through our Dinosaur Realm 🌈Create colourful sand bottles at Crazy Sand 🐯Learn about our incredible species at an Animal Encounter See our full timetable of events and book your tickets today 👉 https://ow.ly/1XOI50UXmJx

You may have been lucky to see the Critically Endangered Amur leopard cubs over the last month here at Colchester Zoo, and with warmer weather on the way, we are sure that they will be out exploring even more! Although we appreciate that the pair are incredibly popular with visitors, we do kindly ask that everyone remains quiet and respectful in the area whilst they settle into their environment.

We are delighted to announce that Aardvark OQ’s recent arrival has now been named by our Animal Care Team – say hello to Roo! With mum, OQ’s help, her little aardvark is growing stronger every day!

Happy belated birthday to our female gelada baboon, Thandi who turned 20 years old on 22nd January!🎈 In celebration, Thandi enjoyed an enrichment party filled with tasty treats shared with the rest of the troop!

Cheetah arrives at UmPhafa Nature Reserve! The long awaited day has arrived and after nearly three years, UmPhafa Nature Reserve has finally been able to introduce cheetah! Read full story here 👉 https://ow.ly/XMFS50ULQyQ

STEM Design Challenge coming 27th January 2025! After the success of our STEM Design Challenge last year, we are excited to share that we will once again be offering the chance for students to solve real-world problems faced by zookeepers and staff by redesigning an animal habitat. This challenge is a FREE project offering students from KS1-KS4 the chance to take part in the vision for our ‘Zoo of the Future’ by redesigning a habitat for African lions. Entry, registration and full details will be announced on 27th January 2025! Find out more 👉 https://ow.ly/Mifp50UL28P