When walking through our Reptile House you will pass our kitchen area where the keepers prepare food for the reptiles and complete all of their paperwork. But at the back of the kitchen you will spot some vivariums. These vivariums house some species that we do not have on display for you to see, so…
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The International Day of Forests is celebrated on 21st March every year and is celebrated to promote the significance of all forest types. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012. Forests are areas of land covered with trees; it is a very broad term that encompasses many different types of ecosystems,…
Hello! Today, I am going to introduce you to a species of tarantula that I share the same hair colour with, Poecilotheria metallica. Commonly known as the Gooty Ornamental, this feisty, fast and blue haired tarantula hails from the rainforest areas of India, such as Gooty and Madras, making its arboreal home in the hollows…
On the 29th of May 2024, I went and visited Wingham Wildlife Park for the last time as a Junior Journalist. As it was half-term there were many fun activities to do, such as arts and crafts and learning about teeth and claws of animals (past and present) on the touch tables. It was a…
On the 17th of April each year we celebrate Bat Appreciation Day, so I thought we could go all batty for bats in this week’s blog. What’s the aim of this day? To raise awareness about the vital role these flying mammals play in our ecosystem and playing such an important role in many habitats…
Tailless Whip Scorpion Natural History Size The average size of a tailless whip scorpion ranges between 5 to 65cm. Habitat and Distribution They have a large range spanning hot parts of North and South America as well as Asia and Africa. They often hide under bark or stones. Age They can live between 5-10 years…
Giant Lime Green Stick Insect Natural History Size Female giant lime green stick insects can grow up to 20cm long whereas, males can grow up to 11cm long. In order to grow larger, they hang upside down and moult by crawling out of the their exoskeleton. Habitat and Distribution They are native to Grenada, an…
Earlier this week we celebrated Valentine’s Day. So, I thought this would be the perfect opportunity to share with you some of our bird romances on the section. I think generally birds are seen as being a very romantic group of animals, with many birds forming loyal couples. But in fact, that’s not always the…
As this is my last blog for 2023, I’ve decided to a look back and review all the changes that have happened over the past 11 months, here at Wingham Wildlife Park. We’ve had a year of changes within the park this year and new exhibits opening, including the refurbishment of the Reptile House having…
Biazas Creatures Unseen Week This week, from the 23rd to the 27th of October, BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquaria) is shining a light on the nocturnal animals that live and thrive in the dark. Nocturnal animals are important for the ecosystem and many species are under threat. Here at Wingham Wildlife…
