Zoo News Archive

November’s Animal of the Month!

November 14, 2020

We’ve chosen our snow leopards, Irina and Indeever, as November’s Animal of the Month! This month, we’re celebrating our incredible snow leopards.  Snow leopards can be found in 12 countries […]

We’re closing…

November 2, 2020

Following the Government’s announcement of a second national lockdown, we’re sad to say we’ll be temporarily closing again from 4 pm on Wednesday 4 November until the restrictions are lifted.  […]

Animals enjoy Halloween pumpkin treats!

October 31, 2020

Our animals have enjoyed exploring some spooktacular treats ahead of Halloween. Keepers offered pumpkins to species across the zoo and each displayed different reactions and natural behaviours as captured in […]

Our newest arrivals!

October 15, 2020

We welcomed a baby Guianan squirrel monkey We are delighted to share news of a cheeky young arrival! On Sunday, a Guianan squirrel monkey baby was born overnight to first-time mother […]

Congratulations Justine!

October 15, 2020

Marwell’s Veterinary Services Manager Dr Justine Shotton has been named Junior Vice President of the British Veterinary Association (BVA).  Justine will take on the role for 2020/21 alongside her role managing our veterinary […]

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Detailed analysis reveals key findings critical to furthering understanding of snow leopards in the wild

September 23, 2020

Marwell researchers, working with colleagues in China, have found key differences in how snow leopards use the mountain landscapes they inhabit. Using cutting edge and detailed analysis of snow leopard […]

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Why you should visit Marwell this Autumn

September 23, 2020

Autumn is a beautiful time to get outdoors and admire the changing colours of Marwell’s stunning parkland while learning more about our hundreds of endangered and exotic species. Plus, don’t […]

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Exceptional breeding year gives much needed boost to efforts to return the UK’s rarest lizard

September 10, 2020

A major effort is underway to boost numbers of the UK’s rarest lizard after a huge forest fire in Dorset this summer devastated one of the country’s remaining sand lizard […]

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‘Incredibly rare’ African wild ass foal among the latest newborns

August 17, 2020

We’re celebrating three new births including a critically endangered African wild ass – one of the world’s rarest animals. Born to first-time parents Jahzahra and Lars, zookeepers report the foal […]

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We’re delighted to unveil a new and improved habitat for our red-necked wallabies!

July 30, 2020

The revamped Wallaby Walkthrough features a small creek, pool, stream and pond and a natural seating area so guests can relax immersed in wildlife. Helen Murphy, Marwell Zoo’s Plants and […]