ADOPT AN ANIMAL - CHRISTMAS COMPETITION! 🎅
As a big thank you this year anyone who adopts one of our animals friends like Uisce here (who loves her outfit) will be automatically entered into a draw where you can win the chance to meet whoever you have adopted!
It's only 35 euro for a whole year and the money will go directly to the care of the animal adopted!
Head to www.nrz.ie/shopping and choose your favourite!
#competition #adoptananimal #reptiles #zoo #christmas
Ts & Cs apply
POV: You’re trying your best, but the cricket said, ‘Not today.’ 🦎🦗
#nrz #thenationalreptilezoo #reptilezoo #reptiles #amphibians #salamander #firesalamander #cuteanimals #stalkingtheprey #sid #iceage
Barry IS the THX sound now. 🎶🦎 Why does this fit so perfectly? 😂
#trendingtuesday #skink #reptiles #nrz #thenationalreptilezoo #reptilezoo #thx #soundeffects #funny #sound
#CyberMonday last chance to get 25% OFF a Private Encounter! Have a favourite animal you want to meet? Then book now and don't miss out! Perfect as a Christmas present!
#zoo #animals #reptiles #nrz #BlackFriday
Last in our film festival lineup: Reading Landscape🪴.
Filmed with deep respect for Djaara Country and its traditional custodians, this documentary invites viewers to explore the natural world through the lens of permaculture. Reading Landscape fosters an understanding of sustainable living and environmental stewardship, reminding us that every landscape holds a story, waiting to be read.
Catch Reading Landscape at The National Reptile Zoo on November 30th. Warm beverages will be available for sale to keep you cozy during the screenings!
Tickets available now: https://www.seaschool.ie/environmentalfilmfest
Join us for an evening of Impact Cinema
and fascinating insight into the lives and habitats of the endangered animals housed at the #NationalReptileZoo
See story for link to tickets!
See you tomorrow 6pm for a very special evening at the Zoo as part of the ALL LIVING THINGS ENVIRONMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL 2024 @alt.eff
Next in our film festival lineup: A Body Called Life🌱.
This thought-provoking film follows James, a reclusive young man who discovers a profound connection with the microscopic organisms he studies. As his online following grows, James embarks on a journey of self-discovery, seeking to understand his place in the universe and heal from his past scars. Adapted from James’s Instagram posts and featuring a mesmerizing score by Dan Deacon, this is a deeply personal story of curiosity, connection, and transformation.
Catch A Body Called Life at The National Reptile Zoo on November 30th.
Tickets available now: https://www.seaschool.ie/environmentalfilmfest
Don’t miss this unique and heartfelt exploration of life and self-discovery.
Next in our film festival lineup: The Forest of the Honeybees 🐝.
Set on the island of Ouessant in Brittany, France, this 20-minute animated film follows Isabelle—a mother, violinist, and dedicated beekeeper—as she works to protect her bees in a local conservatory. Together with her daughter Hélène, she shares the magical legends of bees, showcasing their vital role in our ecosystem. This beautiful story celebrates the connection between bees, nature, and humanity.
Catch Forest of the Honeybees at The National Reptile Zoo on November 30th.
Tickets available now: https://www.seaschool.ie/environmentalfilmfest
Next in our film festival lineup: Wild Hope: One Golden Chance ✨
Once on the brink of extinction with fewer than 200 individuals in the 1970s, the Golden Lion Tamarin has made an inspiring recovery through a global captive breeding program and reforestation efforts. After a devastating yellow fever outbreak, virologist Marcos da Silva Freire’s adaptation of a human vaccine brought new hope to the species. Today, their population stands at 4,800—a testament to the power of conservation and innovation.
Catch Wild Hope: One Golden Chance at The National Reptile Zoo on November 30th.
Tickets available now: https://www.seaschool.ie/environmentalfilmfest
Celebrate this incredible story of resilience and survival!
Next up in our film festival lineup: Batsies 🦇
This experimental short documentary follows wildlife biologists Sara Weaver and Sarah Fritts as they challenge the stigma surrounding bats. Based in Texas, these dynamic researchers tackle the threats bats face from wind turbines while showcasing the crucial role these misunderstood creatures play in agriculture.
Batsies also highlights their quirky friendship and unwavering dedication to conservation—shedding light on why bats need our protection now more than ever.
Catch Batsies at The National Reptile Zoo on November 30th.
Tickets available now: https://www.seaschool.ie/environmentalfilmfest
Don’t miss this unique and inspiring story!
