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'Devastation' as gorilla dies days after moving to new home
Bristol Zoo Project Jock, 42, was one of the oldest silverbacks in the UK A silverback western lowland gorilla has died days after he was moved to a new home.
Much-loved unlikely animal friends die on same day in Newquay Zoo
The zoo's spokesperson said euthanasia had been the "kindest thing" for Al and Johnson. A tapir and a capybara that had developed a strong bond were put to sleep on the same day so neither would be lonely.
Three-legged puma Nigel remembered with memorial
Nigel was one of the favourites at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park. A memorial has been unveiled at a wildlife park in honour of Nigel, a three-legged puma who became a visitor favourite before his death last year.
Viral monkey Punch rejected by mother given stuffed orangutan
An abandoned baby monkey who broke millions of hearts online, after being spotted hugging an orangutan stuffed toy given to him as a substitute for his mother, has finally found comfort among his own kind.
Newquay Zoo penguin pool upgraded ahead of breeding season
There are currently 15 Humboldt penguins at Newquay Zoo. A penguin pool at a zoo has reopened with a new viewing area staff hope will give visitors a closer look at the birds.
Marwell Zoo keeper on 'privilege' to work with endangered species
Marwell Zoo As a hoofstock animal keeper, Rhiannon looks after "everything with hooves" "It's a privilege to work with so many species and it's a bit of a pinch me moment sometimes," says Rhiannon Wolff.
From cigarette-smoking orangutans to lavender for lions: Melbourne zoo’s dark history gives way to progressive animal care
On the other side of wire mesh, two large lions pace, shaking their shaggy manes and occasionally letting out a low rumbling, not quite a roar. They think – or perhaps hope – it is feeding day but their keepers have other plans.
Colchester Zoo confirms death of sea lion with 'special sparkle'
Colchester Zoological Society Winnipeg had lived at Colchester Zoo since 2003 Animal keepers have paid tribute to a sea lion who has died more than two decades after she settled into her home at a zoo.
The race to save Wikie and Keijo: the mother and son orcas left in a shut-down aquarium
In a sprawling aquarium complex in south-eastern France that once drew half a million visitors a year, only a few dozen people now move between pools that contain the last remaining marine mammals of Marineland Antibes.
Scotland's only African elephant dies aged 54
The only African elephant in Scotland has died at her home at Blair Drummond Safari Park, aged 54. The park said Mondula, known as Mondy, was put to sleep after a recent spate of ill-health related to age-related complications.
Rare leopard cub Zeya in first public appearance at Dartmoor Zoo
The zoo is asking visitors to be calm and quiet to help Zeya feel safe. A Devon zoo has revealed its rare Amur leopard cub Zeya to the public. The cub's name comes from the River Zeya, in the Amur region of eastern Russia, where the species lives in the wild, said Dartmoor Zoo.
Advocates fear Marineland whales, dolphins may end up in shows or bred if export to U.S. approved
Canadian Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson says Marineland’s plan to ship 34 marine mammals to aquariums in the U.S. is “solid,” suggesting relocating belugas and dolphins from the shuttered Niagara Falls, Ont., amusement park is looking increasingly likely.
Wingham Wildlife Park baby capybaras are 'stealing hearts'
Keepers reveal names for the furry creatures - inspired by well-known chocolate caterpillar cakes.
Birdland penguins named after Only Fools and Horses characters
Birdland hopes the names of the Humboldt penguins will strike up meaningful conversations.
Rescued white tiger's move to Lincolnshire 'imminent'
Lincolnshire Wildlife Park says Aleks should begin his journey from Ukraine in the next few weeks.
Canada aquarium that threatened to kill its whales wants to sell them to US
Marineland, the Canadian amusement park and aquarium which has threatened to kill its captive whales , wants government approval to sell the belugas to the United States after its China export proposal was rejected, according to an official and a former trainer.
Colchester Zoo welcomes first newborn chimpanzee in 17 years
The zoo welcomed its new arrival over the weekend. A zoo said it had welcomed its first newborn chimpanzee in almost 17 years. Colchester Zoo said its new arrival was born in the early hours of Saturday morning to Napoleon and first-time mum Kora.
Two Asian otters put down at Telford zoo over health conditions
Otters Starsky and Hutch were born at the zoo in 2015 and had lived there their whole lives Two Asian small-clawed otters have been put down by a Telford zoo due to long standing health conditions with their kidneys. Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World says it decided to let the male otters go "peacefully together".
Sea Life London holds talks on future of its gentoo penguins
The discussions follow a campaign against the captivity of 15 gentoo penguins at the site.
Giraffe dies after being caught in habitat door at Toronto Zoo
Kiko, a 13-year-old Masai giraffe, died Thursday after getting caught in an opening door to his behind-the-scenes habitat, the Toronto Zoo announced in a statement.
Hundreds of marine animals from Miami Seaquarium find new home at Children's Aquarium Dallas
Children's Aquarium Dallas said that several nurse sharks, a large green moray eel, many lesser-known fish, crustaceans, and other reef species now call Texas home.
Edmonton Valley Zoo plans facility upgrades with new animals, attractions
The Edmonton Valley Zoo has released a plan that includes a lot of updates and upgrades, with new exhibits and wildlife to the facility. It’s all part of the Zoo’s 15-year master plan to improve conservation efforts, elevate visitor experience, and improve animal well-being.
New study splits giraffe experts on future wild captures for zoos
Hybridization of captive giraffes in North American zoos may impact conservation, given the recent scientific consensus that giraffes are four distinct species, not a single species as previously thought.
Cassius the giant crocodile died from sepsis after 40-year-old dormant infection burst from 'abscess,' necropsy reveals
Cassius was an 18-foot-long saltwater crocodile living in captivity in Marineland Crocodile Park in Australia. He died last year at the age of about 120, and we finally know why.
A Beloved Zoo of Misfit Animals Is Almost Out of Money
It went from one of the worst zoos in America to a beloved menagerie filled with disabled and elderly native species. Now it may close for good.
'Devastation' as gorilla dies days after moving to new home
Bristol Zoo Project Jock, 42, was one of the oldest silverbacks in the UK A silverback western lowland gorilla has died days after he was moved to a new home.
Much-loved unlikely animal friends die on same day in Newquay Zoo
The zoo's spokesperson said euthanasia had been the "kindest thing" for Al and Johnson. A tapir and a capybara that had developed a strong bond were put to sleep on the same day so neither would be lonely.
Three-legged puma Nigel remembered with memorial
Nigel was one of the favourites at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park. A memorial has been unveiled at a wildlife park in honour of Nigel, a three-legged puma who became a visitor favourite before his death last year.
Viral monkey Punch rejected by mother given stuffed orangutan
An abandoned baby monkey who broke millions of hearts online, after being spotted hugging an orangutan stuffed toy given to him as a substitute for his mother, has finally found comfort among his own kind.
Newquay Zoo penguin pool upgraded ahead of breeding season
There are currently 15 Humboldt penguins at Newquay Zoo. A penguin pool at a zoo has reopened with a new viewing area staff hope will give visitors a closer look at the birds.
Marwell Zoo keeper on 'privilege' to work with endangered species
Marwell Zoo As a hoofstock animal keeper, Rhiannon looks after "everything with hooves" "It's a privilege to work with so many species and it's a bit of a pinch me moment sometimes," says Rhiannon Wolff.
From cigarette-smoking orangutans to lavender for lions: Melbourne zoo’s dark history gives way to progressive animal care
On the other side of wire mesh, two large lions pace, shaking their shaggy manes and occasionally letting out a low rumbling, not quite a roar. They think – or perhaps hope – it is feeding day but their keepers have other plans.
Colchester Zoo confirms death of sea lion with 'special sparkle'
Colchester Zoological Society Winnipeg had lived at Colchester Zoo since 2003 Animal keepers have paid tribute to a sea lion who has died more than two decades after she settled into her home at a zoo.
The race to save Wikie and Keijo: the mother and son orcas left in a shut-down aquarium
In a sprawling aquarium complex in south-eastern France that once drew half a million visitors a year, only a few dozen people now move between pools that contain the last remaining marine mammals of Marineland Antibes.
Scotland's only African elephant dies aged 54
The only African elephant in Scotland has died at her home at Blair Drummond Safari Park, aged 54. The park said Mondula, known as Mondy, was put to sleep after a recent spate of ill-health related to age-related complications.
Rare leopard cub Zeya in first public appearance at Dartmoor Zoo
The zoo is asking visitors to be calm and quiet to help Zeya feel safe. A Devon zoo has revealed its rare Amur leopard cub Zeya to the public. The cub's name comes from the River Zeya, in the Amur region of eastern Russia, where the species lives in the wild, said Dartmoor Zoo.
Advocates fear Marineland whales, dolphins may end up in shows or bred if export to U.S. approved
Canadian Fisheries Minister Joanne Thompson says Marineland’s plan to ship 34 marine mammals to aquariums in the U.S. is “solid,” suggesting relocating belugas and dolphins from the shuttered Niagara Falls, Ont., amusement park is looking increasingly likely.
Wingham Wildlife Park baby capybaras are 'stealing hearts'
Keepers reveal names for the furry creatures - inspired by well-known chocolate caterpillar cakes.
Birdland penguins named after Only Fools and Horses characters
Birdland hopes the names of the Humboldt penguins will strike up meaningful conversations.
Rescued white tiger's move to Lincolnshire 'imminent'
Lincolnshire Wildlife Park says Aleks should begin his journey from Ukraine in the next few weeks.
Canada aquarium that threatened to kill its whales wants to sell them to US
Marineland, the Canadian amusement park and aquarium which has threatened to kill its captive whales , wants government approval to sell the belugas to the United States after its China export proposal was rejected, according to an official and a former trainer.
Colchester Zoo welcomes first newborn chimpanzee in 17 years
The zoo welcomed its new arrival over the weekend. A zoo said it had welcomed its first newborn chimpanzee in almost 17 years. Colchester Zoo said its new arrival was born in the early hours of Saturday morning to Napoleon and first-time mum Kora.
Two Asian otters put down at Telford zoo over health conditions
Otters Starsky and Hutch were born at the zoo in 2015 and had lived there their whole lives Two Asian small-clawed otters have been put down by a Telford zoo due to long standing health conditions with their kidneys. Hoo Zoo and Dinosaur World says it decided to let the male otters go "peacefully together".
Sea Life London holds talks on future of its gentoo penguins
The discussions follow a campaign against the captivity of 15 gentoo penguins at the site.
Giraffe dies after being caught in habitat door at Toronto Zoo
Kiko, a 13-year-old Masai giraffe, died Thursday after getting caught in an opening door to his behind-the-scenes habitat, the Toronto Zoo announced in a statement.
Hundreds of marine animals from Miami Seaquarium find new home at Children's Aquarium Dallas
Children's Aquarium Dallas said that several nurse sharks, a large green moray eel, many lesser-known fish, crustaceans, and other reef species now call Texas home.
Edmonton Valley Zoo plans facility upgrades with new animals, attractions
The Edmonton Valley Zoo has released a plan that includes a lot of updates and upgrades, with new exhibits and wildlife to the facility. It’s all part of the Zoo’s 15-year master plan to improve conservation efforts, elevate visitor experience, and improve animal well-being.
New study splits giraffe experts on future wild captures for zoos
Hybridization of captive giraffes in North American zoos may impact conservation, given the recent scientific consensus that giraffes are four distinct species, not a single species as previously thought.
Cassius the giant crocodile died from sepsis after 40-year-old dormant infection burst from 'abscess,' necropsy reveals
Cassius was an 18-foot-long saltwater crocodile living in captivity in Marineland Crocodile Park in Australia. He died last year at the age of about 120, and we finally know why.
A Beloved Zoo of Misfit Animals Is Almost Out of Money
It went from one of the worst zoos in America to a beloved menagerie filled with disabled and elderly native species. Now it may close for good.
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