Zoo News Archive

February 13, 2023

We dusted off the clipboards, dug out the click counters and sharpened up our pencils ahead of Marwell’s annual animal audit this month. The huge job of counting every species […]

February 9, 2023

It’s that time again and come rain or shine we can’t wait to welcome you to Marwell zoo. Here’s our top tips for an action-packed visit guaranteed to blow away […]

February 9, 2023

Fans of our resident Linné’s two-toed sloth, Santos, will be thrilled to learn that our Energy For Life: Tropical House is reopening to guests on Saturday! As well as Santos, […]

February 6, 2023

We were delighted to have been nominated for, and received, several awards in 2022. These awards are a testament to the hard work of our teams here at Marwell. Queen’s […]

February 6, 2023

There are few better family days out than a trip to the zoo. Perfect for children and adults, you’ll see your favourite animals, learn more about the natural world, go […]

February 3, 2023

Meet our floppy-eared new arrival, a Critically Endangered mountain bongo, born to parents Canela and Ituri on Monday (30 January). The bongo calf is said to be doing well, with […]

February 1, 2023

Have you ever visited Marwell on a weekday? Home to hundreds of endangered and exotic species in 140 acres of beautiful parkland – there’s plenty for the whole family to […]

February 1, 2023

We are thrilled to announce we’re upcycling and completely revamping our old tropical house building to become home to some exciting new species and immersive displays. As well as new […]

January 26, 2023

We are thrilled to announce that our Humboldt penguins have returned to Penguin Cove following an Avian Influenza outbreak at the end of last year. After extensive work to clean […]

January 19, 2023

Two men who admitted breaking into Marwell Zoo in February 2021 were sentenced at Winchester Crown Court today. Bradley Green, 24, admitted criminal damage and animal cruelty. Nathan Daniels, 21, […]