Zoo News Archive
Endangered Amur tiger arrives at Marwell!
December 15, 2020
We’ve welcomed a new companion for our male Amur tiger, Bagai! The three-year-old female tiger arrived yesterday from Hodonin Zoo, Czech Republic. Valentina is settling into her new home well […]
Our latest arrivals and departures…
December 15, 2020
We gave a warm farewell to our Linne’s two-toed sloth, Rica and will be welcoming a new sloth from Banham Zoo in 2021. Farewell Rica, hello Santos! Our Linne’s two-toed […]
We have a reopening date…
November 27, 2020
We’re delighted to let you know we will reopen on Wednesday 2 December and we’ll be spreading plenty of festive cheer! We know how much you’ve loved SUPERSIZED! and we’re […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]