I remember being fascinated by the natural world as a young girl, after watching David Attenborough, Steve Backshall, the Irwins, and Nigel Marvin immersing themselves in the wonders of nature and our planet. My parents further fuelled my fascination by taking me to many zoological facilities, reserves and wildlife parks around the world. I absolutely…
I wrote a blog over four years ago about becoming a zoo keeper so I think it’s time for an update. Working with animals is something that a lot of people strive to achieve and being a zoo keeper is something that a lot of people dream of being. With this blog I’m going to…
Today I am writing about my Lemur experience at Wingham Wildlife Park. I went on the 17th February 2020 with my brother Jacob and my Mum who shared the experience with me. When it was time for us to start, we met the Lemur keeper at the entrance to the Lemur walk-through. He told us a…
This week my blog to you will be about some of the spikier members we have on the Mammal section. If you hadn’t already guessed, it will be about our three African Crested Porcupines, Hystrix cristata. In the last few years we’ve successfully bred from them and some of you may have been fortunate enough…
As an animal lover you probably already know about the unique black and white Giant Panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca), it has captured the hearts of many worldwide, but what about an equally adorable and closely named species the Red Panda (Ailurus fulgens)? The better known Giant Panda gets a lot of media attention and is the…
When you visit our zoo or any other place that houses animals it’s important not feed them your own food. Many zoos will have specialised food that you can purchase to give to certain animals whilst there. This food is regulated and is appropriate for those animals which you are allowed to give it to….
Are you looking for a unique Christmas gift for your animal loving friends and family this year? Let us inspire you with an amazing gift that they will never forget! Number One- Day Ticket This Christmas treat your loved one to an exciting day out seeing all their favourite animals at Wingham Wildlife Park. Don’t worry if…
