🌍 Conservation Alert: The Manyara Tilapia! 🐟
In our Grow Your Imagination room, you might have noticed our stunning Manyara Tilapia – they've grown from tiny fish hiding in caves to being so big they can barely fit in them anymore! But did you know that their wild cousins are in trouble? 😔
The Manyara Tilapia, native to Tanzania’s soda lakes, is endangered due to overfishing, pollution, and habitat loss. With populations dropping and fishing nets going deeper into the lake, it's a fight to protect this species before it's too late!
🌱 Here at Plantasia Tropical Zoo, we're not just showcasing these beautiful fish, but also raising awareness about their conservation challenges. Our passionate and knowledgeable zookeepers are always on hand to share the story of the Manyara Tilapia and inspire you to make a difference in their future.
Let’s learn, grow, and act together for their future! 🌿
#Conservation #ManyaraTilapia #EndangeredSpecies #SaveOurPlanet #PlantasiaSwansea
🌍 Rhybudd Cadwraeth: Y Manyara Tilapia! 🐟
Yn ein hystafell Tyfu Eich Dychymyg, efallai eich bod wedi sylwi ar ein Manyara Tilapia syfrdanol – maen nhw wedi tyfu o bysgod bach yn cuddio mewn ogofâu i fod mor fawr fel mai prin y gallant ffitio ynddynt fwyach! Ond oeddech chi'n gwybod bod eu cefndryd gwyllt mewn trwbl? 😔
Mae'r Manyara Tilapia, sy'n frodorol i lynnoedd soda Tanzania, mewn perygl difrifol oherwydd gorbysgota, llygredd, a cholli cynefinoedd. Gyda phoblogaethau’n gollwng a rhwydi pysgota yn mynd yn ddyfnach i’r llyn, mae’n frwydr i warchod y rhywogaeth hon cyn ei bod hi’n rhy hwyr!
🌱 Yma yn Sŵ Drofannol Plantasia, rydym nid yn unig yn arddangos y pysgod hardd hyn, ond hefyd yn codi ymwybyddiaeth am eu heriau cadwraeth. Mae ein ceidwaid sw angerddol a gwybodus bob amser wrth law i rannu stori’r Manyara Tilapia a’ch ysbrydoli i wneud gwahaniaeth yn eu dyfodol.
Gadewch i ni ddysgu, tyfu, a gweithredu gyda'n gilydd ar gyfer eu dyfodol! 🌿
Pesky Pirates & Fabulous Fairies at Plantasia Tropical Zoo 🏴☠️ Saturday 21st September 🧚♀️ Book your tickets on our What's On webpage today 👉 https://bit.ly/48nEIna
🌟 Looking for a fun and educational adventure your child will never forget? Our Zookeeper Experience is the perfect way for them to learn while having an amazing time! 🦎🐍 From feeding animals to getting hands-on with some of our coolest creatures, it’s an exciting way to spark curiosity and build a love for wildlife.
Watch the magic unfold in this video, and see how your little one can become a mini zookeeper for the day! 🌿🐾
Book now for a day full of learning through fun! 🎉 https://bit.ly/49mMhtL
#ZookeeperExperience #LearningThroughFun #PlantasiaZoo #FamilyAdventures #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg #PlantasiaSwansea
🌟 Chwilio am antur hwyliog ac addysgiadol na fydd eich plentyn byth yn ei anghofio? Ein Profiad geidwad Sŵ yw'r ffordd berffaith iddynt ddysgu wrth gael amser anhygoel! 🦎🐍 O fwydo anifeiliaid i ddod yn ymarferol gyda rhai o’n creaduriaid cŵl, mae’n ffordd gyffrous o danio chwilfrydedd ac adeiladu cariad at fywyd gwyllt.
Gwyliwch yr hud yn datblygu yn y fideo hwn, a gwelwch sut y gall eich plentyn bach ddod yn geidwad sw bach am y diwrnod! 🌿🐾
Archebwch nawr am ddiwrnod llawn dysgu trwy hwyl! 🎉 https://bit.ly/49mMhtL
Mixed Habitats
At Plantasia Tropical Zoo, some of our animals live in mixed habitats, creating a more dynamic and enriching environment for them. 🏞️
Big Momma, our terrapin, might be a bit grumpy, but she shares her home with Caesar & Squeak, our playful common marmosets, Marmalade the Geoffroy’s Marmoset, and Kiwi & Lime, our vibrant turaco birds. 🐢🐒🐦 This diverse setup mirrors the variety of species found in natural ecosystems, encouraging natural behaviours and offering mental and physical stimulation.
Mixed habitats also allow these animals to interact in unique ways, creating a thriving community where each species has its own role. 🌿
Come and see how these incredible animals live together from the ground to the canopy in our stunning hot-house!
#MixedHabitats #PlantasiaSwansea #Terrapin #Marmosets #Turaco #AnimalBehaviour #Swansea #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg
Yn Sw Drofannol Plantasia, mae rhai o’n hanifeiliaid yn byw mewn cynefinoedd cymysg, gan greu amgylchedd mwy deinamig a chyfoethog ar eu cyfer 🏞️
Efallai bod Big Momma, ein terapin ni, braidd yn bwdlyd, ond mae’n rhannu ei chartref gyda Caesar & Squeak, ein marmosetiaid cyffredin chwareus, Marmaled ein Marmoset Geoffroy’s, a Kiwi & Lime, ein hadar turaco bywiog. 🐢🐒🐦 Mae'r gosodiad amrywiol hwn yn adlewyrchu'r amrywiaeth o rywogaethau a geir mewn ecosystemau naturiol, gan annog ymddygiadau naturiol a chynnig ysgogiad meddyliol a chorfforol.
Mae cynefinoedd cymysg hefyd yn caniatáu i'r anifeiliaid hyn ryngweithio mewn ffyrdd unigryw, gan greu cymuned lewyrchus lle mae gan bob rhywogaeth ei rôl ei hun. 🌿
Dewch i weld sut mae’r anifeiliaid anhygoel hyn yn cyd-fyw o’r ddaear i’r canopi yn ein tŷ poeth syfrdanol!
✨ Ahoy, mateys! Tinkerbell can't wait to see you at our Pesky Pirates & Fabulous Fairies event with Glass Slipper Events on Saturday, 21st September! 🏴☠️🧚♀️ Get ready for a day full of magical fun and swashbuckling adventures. Don't miss out—grab your tickets now! 🎟️
👉 Book here: https://bit.ly/48nEIna or follow the What's On link in our bio to grab your tickets! 🎟️
#PeskyPirates #FabulousFairies #PlantasiaZoo #SwanseaEvents
✨ Ahoy, ffrindiau! Ni all Tinkerbell aros i'ch gweld yn ein digwyddiad Pesky Pirates & Fabulous Fairies gyda Glass Slipper Events ar ddydd Sadwrn, 21ain Medi! 🏴☠️🧚♀️ Byddwch yn barod am ddiwrnod llawn hwyl hudolus ac anturiaethau cyffrous. Peidiwch â cholli allan - prynwch eich tocynnau nawr! 🎟️
👉 Archebwch yma: https://bit.ly/48nEIna neu dilynwch y ddolen Beth Sydd Ymlaen yn ein bio i fachu eich tocynnau! 🎟️
Watch out, Haku’s on the move! 🌟 Keep watching to see our Asian Water Monitor using her super-long tongue to sniff out the world around her 👅🦎
That impressive flick of her tongue isn’t just for show—it’s how she “tastes” her environment! 🌿🍂
#HakuTheMonitor #TongueTricks #ReptileReel #AsianWaterMonitor #PlantasiaSwansea #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg
Gwyliwch, mae Haku yn symud! 🌟 Daliwch i wylio i weld ein Monitor Dŵr Asiaidd yn defnyddio ei thafod hir iawn i arogli'r byd o'i chwmpas 👅🦎
Nid rhywbeth i’w ddangos yn unig yw’r fflic trawiadol honno o’i thafod - dyna sut mae hi’n “blasu” ei hamgylchedd! 🌿🍂
🌟 Lucy, our stunning Rio Fuerte Beaded Lizard, is full of surprises!
🌟 Lucy, our stunning Rio Fuerte Beaded Lizard, is full of surprises!🦎 Not only is she one of only two venomous lizard species in the world, but her close relative, the Gila Monster, has venom that might help treat type 2 diabetes in humans! 😲
These incredible creatures, native to Mexico’s deserts, have bead-like scales that give them a striking appearance. Their scientific name even translates to “the terrible one with studded skin”! Despite their fearsome reputation, they’re actually timid and nocturnal.
But here's the concerning part: Lucy’s species faces threats from habitat loss due to urbanization and agriculture. That’s why the Rio-Fuerte beaded lizard is a CITES-protected species. Conservation is crucial to ensure these fascinating creatures continue to thrive. 🌍💚
Lucy has settled beautifully into life at Plantasia Tropical Zoo since arriving in September 2021, and turns 24 in December! Come visit her in our Arid Zone and learn more about the mysterious and magical world of beaded lizards! 🦎✨
#RioFuerteBeadedLizard #MexicanBeadedLizard #HelodermaHorridumExasperatum #DidYouKnow #DYK #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg #PlantasiaSwansea
🌟 Mae Lucy, ein Madfall Leiniog Rio Fuerte syfrdanol, yn llawn sypreisys! 🦎 Nid yn unig y mae hi'n un o ddim ond dwy rywogaeth o fadfall wenwynig yn y byd, ond mae gan ei pherthynas agos, yr Anghenfil Gila, wenwyn a allai helpu i drin diabetes math 2 mewn pobl! 😲
Mae gan y creaduriaid anhygoel hyn, sy'n frodorol i anialwch Mecsico, cennau tebyg i leiniau sy'n rhoi golwg drawiadol iddynt. Mae eu henw gwyddonol hyd yn oed yn trosi i “yr un ofnadwy â chroen boglynnog”! Er gwaethaf eu henw da ofnadwy, maent mewn gwirionedd yn anhyderus yn nosol.
Ond dyma’r rhan sy’n peri pryder: mae rhywogaeth Lucy yn wynebu bygythiadau o golli cynefinoedd oherwydd trefoli ac amaethyddiaeth. Dyna pam mae'r fadfall leiniog Rio-Fuerte yn rhywogaeth a warchodir gan CITES. Mae cadwraeth yn h
Book your child's Unique Birthday Party at the Zoo! 🌴🐒🎂
Celebrate their birthday amongst the amazing animals and rare plants of Plantasia Tropical Zoo! Enjoy an amazing jungle party from only £15.95 per child
Interested? Find out more and book online here 👇
https://bit.ly/48xt0GE
#BirthdayParty #ChildrensBirthdayParty #ChildBirthdayParty #UniqueBirthdayParty #BirthdayPartySwansea #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg #plantasiaswansea
Archebwch Barti Pen-blwydd Unigryw eich plentyn yn y Sw! 🌴🐒🎂
Dathlwch eu pen-blwydd ymhlith anifeiliaid rhyfeddol a phlanhigion Sw Drofannol Plantasia! Mwynhewch barti jwngl anhygoel am ddim ond £15.95 y plentyn
Diddordeb? Darganfyddwch fwy ac archebwch ar-lein yma 👇
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We had a dino-mite day today at Plantasia with @Dinomania! 🤩🦖🦕 A massive thank you to Ranger Chris, his prehistoric team, and all the terrific dinosaurs for bringing another jaw-some adventure to life! 🤠 And a big shoutout to our amazing Plantasia and Dinomania fans for making it a T-Rexcellent event.
Dinomania will be stomping back on Friday, 1st November, so be sure to book your tickets online. We can’t wait to see you there for more dino-sized fun! 🌟
#Dinomania #DinomaniaInPlantasia #AppreciationPost
Cawsom ddiwrnod ffantastig heddiw yn Plantasia gyda Dinomania! 🤩🦖🦕 Diolch yn fawr i Geidwad Chris, ei dîm, a’r holl ddinosoriaid gwych, am ddod â antur arall yn fyw! 🤠 A bloedd fawr i'n cefnogwyr anhygoel am ei wneud yn ddigwyddiad T-Rexcellent!
Bydd Dinomania yn ôl ddydd Gwener, 1af Tachwedd, felly gwnewch yn siŵr eich bod yn archebu eich tocynnau ar-lein. Ni allwn aros i'ch gweld chi yno am fwy o hwyl dino! 🌟
Taking a stroll through the jungle, are we? 😉🌴 If you want to beat the clock in our Jungle Escape 🔓 you'll need to pick up the pace! 🕒 Remember, it's 60 minutes to escape - and you wouldn’t want to be locked in overnight... would you?! 😬🐍💨
Do you have what it takes? https://bit.ly/47utuvO
#JungleEscape #RaceTheClock #ThinkFast #NotForStrollers #LockedIn #WorldsBiggest60MinuteEscapeRoom #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg #PlantasiaSwansea The Escape Game Swansea @theescapegameuk
Mynd am dro drwy'r jwngl, ydyn ni? 😉🌴 Os ydych chi eisiau curo'r cloc yn ein gem Jungle Escape 🔓 bydd angen i chi godi'r cyflymder! 🕒 Cofiwch, mae gennych 60 munud i ddianc – a fyddech chi ddim eisiau cael eich cloi i mewn dros nos... fyddech chi?! 😬🐍💨
Oes gennych chi'r hyn sydd ei angen? https://bit.ly/47utuvO
Woo hoo! It's Bank Holiday Monday! Let's get into the spirit of the day just like the star of our tropical zoo! 🤩😍🦜
Bank Holiday Zoo Tickets 👉 https://bit.ly/3TPCeti
#BankHoliday #BankHolidayMonday #GetIntoTheGroove #Rainbow #RainbowTheMacaw #BankHolidayVibes #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg #PlantasiaSwansea
Waa hoo! Mae'n Ddydd Llun Gŵyl y Banc! Gadewch i ni ddod mewn i ysbryd y dydd yn union fel seren ein sw trofannol! 🤩😍
Tocynnau Sw Gŵyl y Banc 👉 https://bit.ly/3TPCeti
The Yellow-Banded Poison Dart Frog
Also known as the Bumblebee Poison Frog! 🐸 These tiny yet vibrant amphibians are found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Venezuela, Guyana, and Brazil. They thrive in humid environments and are often seen on rocks, trees, and the forest floor.
One of the coolest things about these frogs is their bright yellow and black colouring, which acts as a warning to predators that they are toxic and not a good snack. Their skin secretes toxins, which they get from their diet of certain insects. Although they’re small, growing to just 4 cm on average, they’re one of the largest species in their genus.
These frogs are not just colourful but also clever! They have sticky toes that help them climb, and they’re known to be fiercely territorial, living in small groups. During dry seasons, they even have the unique ability to estivate, which means they can go into a dormant state to conserve energy.
Despite their striking appearance, and some overharvesting of wild specimens for the exotic pet trade, the Yellow-Banded Poison Dart Frog is currently listed as "Least Concern" on the IUCN Red List. However, like many species, they face further challenges due to habitat loss in the wild. It’s important we protect these amazing creatures and their natural homes to ensure they continue to thrive 💛
#WildlifeEducation #ConservationMatters #TropicalCreatures #YellowBandedPoisonDartFrog #BumblebeePoisonFrog #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg #PlantasiaSwansea
🎥 Zoo & Education Manager Lucy
Did you know that watching fish swim can help reduce stress and anxiety? Our goldfish in the Koi pond create a peaceful atmosphere that’s perfect for calming the mind. The gentle movement of their fins and the serene environment can help you feel more relaxed and at ease. Come and discover the natural benefits of spending time with these tranquil creatures. 🐠✨
#AquaticTherapy #PeacefulMoments #StressRelief #GoldFishPond #ReduceStressNaturally #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg #PlantasiaSwansea
Oeddech chi'n gwybod y gall gwylio pysgod yn nofio helpu i leihau straen a phryder? Mae ein pysgod aur yn y pwll Koi yn creu awyrgylch heddychlon sy'n berffaith ar gyfer tawelu'r meddwl. Gall symudiad ysgafn eu hesgyll a'r amgylchedd tawel eich helpu i ymlacio ac yna ymlacio mwy. Dewch i ddarganfod y manteision naturiol o dreulio amser gyda'r creaduriaid tawel hyn. 🐠✨
We filmed this little shot back in June when our colourful new millipedes were being introduced to their new habitat 🎥 Aren't they beautiful! 😍 They live in a wonderful world above our Crawl Like A Millipede tunnel, where you'll discover the giant ARTHROPLUERA - the largest ever arthropod to exist on planet earth!
Come and see if you can discover the different millipede species that co-habit above our tunnel; then use your mobile to bring Arthropleura back to life before your eyes through the magic of AR!
#MillipedeLove #Arthropleura #GiantMillipedes #MillipedeTunnel #GiantsOfThePast #GOTP #TheMagicOfAugmentedReality #GrowYourImagination #TyfuEichDychymyg #PlantasiaSwansea
Fe wnaethon ni ffilmio'r hwn nôl ym mis Mehefin pan oedd ein miltroed newydd lliwgar yn cael eu cyflwyno i'w cynefin newydd 🎥 Onid ydyn nhw'n edrych yn hardd!😍 Maen nhw'n byw mewn byd rhyfeddol uwchben ein twnnel Ymlusgwch fel Miltroed, lle byddwch chi'n darganfod y cawr ARTHROPLUERA - yr arthropod mwyaf erioed i fodoli ar y ddaear!
Dewch i weld a allwch chi ddarganfod y gwahanol rywogaethau o filtroed sy'n cyd-fyw uwchben ein twnnel; yna defnyddiwch eich ffôn symudol i ddod ag Arthropleura yn ôl yn fyw o flaen eich llygaid trwy hud AR!
Every family has a cheeky one... and Caesar's our star! 🐒🎥
