£20m mystery gift enables London Zoo to build new veterinary hospital

Construction workers are seen laying the foundation for a new veterinary hospital at London Zoo, which will enhance animal care and public engagement.

The hospital is expected to feature advanced medical equipment and specialized treatment areas, catering to the unique needs of various species housed at the zoo. Scheduled to open in early 2024, the facility will not only serve the zoo’s animals but also play a vital role in wildlife conservation efforts by providing a platform for … Read more

Pine marten kit receives dedicated care after siblings died

A young pine marten kit receives attentive care from wildlife rehabilitators in a warm environment designed to support its recovery after losing its siblings.

The kit, estimated to be around six weeks old, requires specialized feeding and monitoring due to its vulnerable state. Caregivers are employing a tailored diet and a warm environment to mimic the natural conditions it would have experienced with its mother. The rehabilitation team emphasizes the importance of nurturing the kit to prepare it for … Read more

Zoo welcomes vulnerable giant anteater pup

A giant anteater pup, born recently at the zoo, is being gently cared for by zookeepers as it begins to explore its surroundings.

The pup, born to a mother named Bella and a father named Max, is currently being cared for by the zookeepers, who are monitoring its health and development closely. Visitors to the zoo will soon have the opportunity to see the pup as it becomes more active and begins to explore its surroundings. Zoo officials … Read more