High above the forest floor, amongst the branches and leaves, lives a fascinating group of animals that many people know very little about: the Northern Luzon giant cloud rats! Despite their name, cloud rats aren’t rats that live in the clouds, but they sure do look like a cloud. They are large, tree-dwelling rodents found…
Did you know that 2nd July is porcupine appreciation day. What a perfect opportunity to talk about one of the most misunderstood creatures here at Wingham Wildlife Park, our African crested porcupines. If you aren’t already in love, hopefully you will be by the end of this blog. Say Hello to Our Trio Here at…
Hi everyone. I hope you’re all well and have had a great start to the new year. Britain have just celebrated the BAFTAS on February 22nd, so I thought it would be fun to do our own version. So, here it is, welcome to the very first Wingham Wildlife Team Mammal Awards. Where we celebrate…
For my blog this week, I will be talking about all things red panda. “Why?” you ask. Because on the 20th September we will be celebrating International Red Panda Day. This day falls on the third Saturday in September every year. Also, who doesn’t love a red panda? I’m sure you’ll all agree that they’re…
Hi everyone. As this is my last blog of the year, I thought it would be very fitting to do something a little different to my normal write ups. I have decided to do a festive one this year. It’s Christmas after all. That’s right, you heard me. 2024 has absolutely flown by. I hope…
For my blog this week, I thought I’d treat you and give you a little update on one of the park’s most popular species. As well as helping you to try and identify our individuals on your next visit. Currently we have a whopping 15 meerkats on the mammal section which consists of 9 females…
Hi everyone! As this is my first blog as the new Head of Mammals, I thought it would be a great idea to write about my journey here at Wingham and why the mammal section is the best section. Most of you know me already, but for those who don’t, I’m Meg and I’ve worked…
Hi everyone. So, I thought I’d start this off by introducing myself as this is my first ever blog. Thank you for taking the time to give it a read. Some of you may know me already but for the ones who don’t, Hi, I’m Meg and I’m the deputy head on the mammal section….
