PROJECT. History Landmarks in ZSL London Zoo Animals different species meet the animals Animal Inventory Animal Adoption Keeper for a Day

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1 PROJECT History Landmarks in ZSL London Zoo Animals different species meet the animals Animal Inventory Animal Adoption Keeper for a Day PLAN YOUR DAY Directions to ZSL London Zoo Zoo map Opening times Useful Visitor Information (APRIL 2013) /

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3 ZSL History Founded in 1826, the Zoological Society of London (ZSL) is an international scientific, conservation and educational charity. Its mission is to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. ZSL is a world where animals are valued, and their conservation is assured. ZSL wishes to promote and achieve the worldwide conservation of animals and their habitats. Since Sir Stamford Raffles founded ZSL in 1826, there have been a number of achievements in the ZSL s conservation work in the wild as well as at ZSL London Zoo and ZSL Whipsnade Zoo. Over the years ZSL has been home to many famous animals, including Guy the gorilla, Goldie the golden eagle and Winnie, who became one of the most famous bears in the world. You can find out more about ZSL's Famous Animals. When London Zoo opened in 1827, Decimus Burton was called on to lay out the grounds and house the animals. Many other leading architects have since contributed creating an important collection of buildings. What is BIAZA ZSL is a member of BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums), the professional organisation representing the zoo and aquarium community. BIAZA is a conservation, education and scientific wildlife charity founded in 1966 out of a mutual desire within the zoo and aquarium community to see sound principles and practices of animal management widely adopted in the British Isles and Ireland.

4 Animals different species meet the animals There are over 750 different species of animal at ZSL London Zoo. Find out more about some of the most popular animals and exhibits below! Visitors can meet some of the most popular animals that they can expect to encounter on their visit to ZSL LONDON ZOO. They can find out facts about animals, including where they live, what they eat and whether they are endangered in the wild. ZSL s work is to look these species and to identify ways to help them in their own habitat. A complete list of all animals held at ZSL LONDON Zoo can be found in the Animal Inventory. There are Mammals like the African hunting dog. African hunting dogs are social communally hunting carnivores, which live in small cohesive packs. There are Birds like the Blackfooted penguin. Penguins spend nine months at sea and return to land only to breed and moult. They are threatened by oil pollution and reduction of food supply due to overfishing.

5 There are Invertebrates like the Moon jellyfish. Adult moon jellyfish are easily recognisable by the four horseshoe shaped reproductive organs which are visible through the top of the bell. They use their tentacles to paralyse prey; they are only slightly venomous to humans, usually causing mild pain and a burning sensation.. There are Reptiles like the Komodo dragons. They are the world s largest living lizards. Komodo dragons have saliva laced with deadly bacteria. Having ambushed their prey, they often wait for the animal to die from infections caused by the wounds.. AND SO MANY MORE.WAITING FOR US TO VISIT THEM! LIKE..

6 The Gorilla Kingdom! Aquarium Rainforest Life London's only living rainforest Squirrel monkeys Galapagos tortoises Giraffes

7 Big cats Meerkats Birds Reptiles Pygmy hippos B.U.G.S. Reindeer Otters

8 See the full Animal Inventory Full inventory of animals held at ZSL London (and Whipsnade Zoos) as of 01/01/2013. We must have in mind that the living collection of animals is constantly changing, so some animals listed may no longer be in the collection. Male Female Unknown Species ZSL London Zoo Mammals Birds Reptiles Amphibians Fishes Invertebrates Grand total Animals: Species: 806 ZSL Whipsnade Zoo Mammals Birds Reptiles Amphibians Fishes Invertebrates Grand total Animals: 2847 Species: 222 Zoological Society of London Grand total: Animals: Species: 887* * Species held at both ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos are counted once N.B. Figures for invertebrates and fishes are approximate, including the number of species

9 Animal Adoptions Adopt your favourite animal, the perfect gift for animal lovers 22 animals, there's one for every type of person you know. Pipsqueak the meerkat Ellish the giraffe Ricky the rockhopper penguin Bounty the squirrel monkey Kiyo and Misha our aardvarks Harri the Otter Thug the pygmy hippo

10 Lucifer the Asian lion Jae Jae the Sumatran tiger Raja the Komodo dragon Mjukuu the western lowland gorilla Karishma the Asian elephant Jacob the European Wolf Ringo the meerkat Dom the Californian sealion Maktoum the cheetah

11 Pedro the penguin Elvis the chimp Spike the African lion Savannah the giraffe Wellington and Winslow the brown bears Adoption information Adoption packs 32 Billy the ring tailed lemur The adoption pack is sent out in the post to the delivery address. It includes attractive presentation folder, personalised colour certificate, free zoo entry ticket, photograph of your animal and much more.

12 Keeper for a Day at London Zoo This amazing Keeper for a Day experience gives you an once in a lifetime opportunity to get up close and personal with some of ZSL s most popular animals, and also offers a unique insight into the day to day life of ZSL s keepers and their charges. Participants need to be over 16 years old. The Zoo also offer a Junior version (11 15 year olds) at ZSL London Zoo. Budding keepers can try their hand at tasks such as feeding the giraffes, mucking out rhino, meeting the elephants, cleaning the penguin pool and going behind the scenes at the big cats, all of which makes a day to remember for any animal lover! Over 98% of participants rate their experience as excellent or very good! What the experience entails: In groups of up to five people, the participants will be assigned to one of the Zoo s experienced keepers, who will be their host for the day. Once they have been kitted out in their overalls, they will get to try their hand at a number of essential duties. Activities vary from mucking out enclosures, to preparing food and devising enrichment activities, and of course, feeding and meeting some of the animals.

13 Introduction to Zoo Keeping Junior experience! Do you know any budding zoo keepers? This is the must do experience for them! Feed a giraffe, meet a monkey, muck out a llama enclosure, tickle a pig... plus lots more.!!!! OPEN TO YEAR OLDS AT ZSL LONDON ZOO.!!!! This amazing experience will allow budding keepers to get up close with some of the most loved residents (the animals!!) and give them an exclusive glimpse into what really goes on behind the scenes at the World s most famous zoo. Price includes: Fun packed 3 1/2 hour experience, including various up close animal encounters Free entry into ZSL London Zoo for accompanying adult and participant for the entire day Morning refreshments Exclusive zoo keeper top and cap (which they get to keep!) Goody bag Free car parking 20% discount on entry tickets for spectators What the experience entails: In a group of 5 participants, they will be assigned to one of the Zoo s experienced friendly keepers, who will be the host throughout the experience. Once they have been kitted out in a special keeper top and cap, they ll get to try their hand at a number of essential duties. The experience will last 3 ½ hours and runs on weekdays in the February, Easter, spring, summer and October school holidays in The experience will start at 9.15am, and finish at 1pm. Morning refreshments are included. Special note: A parent or guardian must accompany the participant throughout the experience. The accompanying adult will not be able to partake in the experience but will be kept busy with lots of great photo opportunities.

14 PLAN YOUR DAY Directions to ZSL London Zoo Here's the complete guide to finding your way to the Zoo by public transport. Whether you're coming by tube, bus, car or even waterbus this page has all the information you need. Map of the area surrounding London Zoo.

15 By Underground (Tube) ZSL London Zoo is within walking distance of Camden Town and Regent's Park stations and short bus ride from Baker Street station. 1. From Regent's Park station (20 minute walk) 2. From Baker Street station 3. From Camden Town station (15 minute walk) Camden Town is the nearest tube station to ZSL London Zoo. Alternatively, ZSL London Zoo visitors can use Regent's Park Tube station (Bakerloo Line) or Baker Street Station (Jubilee, Bakerloo & Metropolitan lines). By National rail 1. By 274 bus route 2. C2 bus route By The London nearest Overground London Overground station is Camden Road station. By The bike Zoo is a great destination for cyclists and arriving by bike has never been easier. We have a bike shed for public use in the car park opposite the main Zoo entrance. By waterbus By car

16 ZSL London Zoo Map ZSL London Zoo address ZSL London Zoo Outer Circle Regent's Park London NW1 4RY Tel:

17 Opening times ZSL London Zoo is open every day of the year except Christmas Day. Opening times Dates Opening Closing 1 March 19 July July 8 September Additionally, the Zoo closes at 6pm on: 29 March 1 April, 4 6 May, May ZSL London Zoo is open every day of the year except Christmas Day. Last admission is one hour before advertised closing time. Children under 16 will not be admitted without an adult. Some animal exhibits may close up to 30 minutes before closing time. Useful Visitor Information Permission must be obtained for all filming and photography for commercial purposes. Children under 16 will not be admitted without an adult. No dogs are allowed on the ZSL London Zoo premises. Bicycles are not allowed on Zoo premises. Scooters, rollerskates, rollerblades, skateboards are not allowed on Zoo premises. Heelys roller shoes must not be used as skates, but may be worn as shoes. Please note, there is no provision for left luggage.