Dublin Zoo is delighted to announce the arrival of a baby western lowland gorilla. Proud mum, Lena, gave birth to a healthy, baby gorilla in the early hours of Saturday morning (16th July). The new-born weighs approximately 1.8kgs and so far keepers have been unable to determine the gender because Lena is keeping the baby close to her chest. Baby
Read moreOrangutan Forest Habitat Opens at Dublin Zoo Dublin Zoo launches major fundraising initiative for Orangutan Conservation #HangWithOrangs Dublin Zoo today opened “Orangutan Forest”, which will be home to the group of Bornean orangutans at the Zoo. Orangutan Forest was inspired by the natural environment of the Bornean orangutans, the tropical rainforests of Borneo. Orangutans are arboreal animals that spend the
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Kia Ora Mini Farm is an open working farm providing fun days out in Wexford for families and groups. The farm now has a dedicated area with real mini diggers providing a unique working experience for visitors. Children can interact with farm animals and also other exotic animals like, llamas, alpacas, emus, pot bellied pigs, birds, Scottish highland cows and Kerry
Read morePlan your day out to visit Dublin Zoo. There’s lots of new arrivals & new characters, Seasonal events and ongoing attractions… Thursday, 2nd September, 2015 11 Tamworth Piglets born at Dublin Zoo! 11 Tamworth piglets are the latest arrivals at Dublin Zoo’s Family Farm, which is jointly run with Agri Aware. The piglets, who were born on 8th August, are
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Glendeer Pet Farm located in the centre of Ireland in Athlone, Co Roscommon. Glendeer Pet Farm is an award winning 12 acre open farm and hugely popular with families and school tour groups. Features a wide variety of animals , over 50 species with new arrivals every season. A converted farm cottage pays homage to farming practices and tools of
Read moreFota Wildlife Park is a favourite family day out in Cork. Home to thousands of animals since it first opened its gates, Fota Wildlife Park’s primary objective is to provide the highest possible standard of care, housing and quality of life for all of its species, both native and exotic. Promoting awareness of Biodiversity and Conservation is a fundamental objective
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STONEHALL WILDLIFE PARK IS A FUN FILLED AND EDUCATIONAL DAY OUT! ****Tickets can only be pre-purchased on line **** The park allows the visitors to experience first hand, the enjoyment & fun of a wide variety of animals in a secure and pleasant setting. Stonehall Wildlife Park Limerick hosts a wide variety of wild and domestic animals from all corners
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