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Whipsnade Zoo is an @OfficialZSL conservation zoo, and a unique destination to get closer to wildlife and explore the wonder of the natural world.

Whipsnade, Bedfordshire
Joined October 2009
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
5 years
Father and son ❀️
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6 years
We had to share this gorgeous shot of our #lynx enjoying last week's #snow ! #Caturday
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4 years
Baby rhino, enough said. 🦏 #SeduceSomeoneInFourWords
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Whipsnade Zoo
8 years
Baby Asian #elephant Elizabeth and the rest of the herd had a smashing time when their paddock was turned into a #pumpkin patch! #Halloween
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⭐ BIG news! ⭐ The pitter-patter, or rather thud-thud, of baby feet can be heard at the Zoo after an #endangered #elephant was born! 🐘πŸ₯° Our Centre for Elephant Care is open so you'll be able to see the calf with the rest of the herd: #ZSLZooBabies
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
Meet our newest arrival, baby Rockhopper Wilfred! πŸ§πŸ’™ Named after @BorisJohnson 's bubba, feeding our animals has never been cheep, with over 20,000 mouths (and beaks!) to feed, please help our animals today: #GivingTuesdayNow #ZooGoesOn
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⭐ EXCITING NEWS ⭐ Two endangered red pandas have been born at Whipsnade Zoo! Born as part of an important European breeding programme on Sunday 25 June, the tiny pair each weighed just 113g at birth - roughly the same weight as a banana.
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Whipsnade Zoo
6 years
🌟BIG NEWS🌟 Naya, our Amur #tiger , has given birth to FOUR gorgeous cubs! 🐯🐯🐯🐯 #ZooLife #ZSLZooBabies #Zoobabies #tigercubs
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Whipsnade Zoo
8 months
A spiky bundle of joy has been born at Whipsnade Zoo! The tiny baby porcupine, called a porcupette, has been captured on video tucking into veg and exploring its new home at the #ConservationZoo - find out more about the new arrival:
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
There are rumblings we'll be re-opening SOON! We’re delighted the government has indicated a change of heart on zoos reopening – we are ready and waiting for confirmation! Our animals are ready for you!
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Whipsnade Zoo
3 years
😍 Cute #news alert! 😍 We have a new baby giraffe – say hello to Margaret! Born on 8 December, we've called our baby giraffe β€˜Margaret’ in honour of the first person to have the COVID-vaccination. #FriYay
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Whipsnade Zoo
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A precious new arrival… 🦏 This baby boy was born after a very quick four-minute labour to 13-year-old Jaseera - who was pregnant for 16 months with the calf.
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
2 years
Our Centre for Elephant Care got the Royal seal of approval from HM The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh when it opened in 2017. The Duke unveiled commemorative plaque during a special ceremony where the Royal couple each fed Donna the elephant a banana. @RCT #PlatinumParty
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
Our aardvarks are making good use of their Christmas present from our #AmazonWish list! And yes, there are three of them - Dobby has recently joined Nacho and Terry. πŸ₯° It's your last chance to buy another animal a gift from our wish list: Thank you ❀️
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
We’re ready to reopen safely responsibly and welcome people back through our doors, but we’re not allowed – putting untold pressure on us, a charity. Please help by writing to your MP – find out more here:
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
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Aardvarks can eat up 50,000 insects in a single night, and their name means β€œearth pig” in Afrikaans. Their burrows play an important role in protecting other animals during heatwaves and wildfires, providing refuge for around 27 other species including hyenas and porcupines.
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Whipsnade Zoo
3 months
The bears are back 🐻 Our European brown bears have now officially finished completed their torpor, and can be seen swimming, climbing trees and playing all around their habitat.
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
Amur tigers Makari and Czar playing in the snow β„οΈπŸ― πŸ“· Keeper James
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Whipsnade Zoo
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🦏 Please welcome our latest arrival! Born after a quick 4-minute labour, this baby boy brings hope. With just 10,000 adult southern white rhinos left, every birth is vital: #WhipsnadeZoo #Conservation
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
🌟 IT’S OFFICIAL 🌟 We will re-open on Monday 15 June – tickets go on sale at 12.30pm tomorrow! We can’t wait to welcome you back to the Zoo where you can enjoy a safe outdoor experience, see amazing animals & reconnect with nature. Find out more: #ZooLove
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
Our otter pups have names - meet Peanut and Pistachio πŸ₯°πŸ¦¦ Look out for them, alongside parents Carol and Ernie, when you next visit: Thanks to keeper Kate for sharing this with us! #ZSLZooBabies #SaturdayMotivation
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
Snow much fun! ❄️ It was Nang Phaya's first experience of the white fluffy stuff - here she is running around and exploring with the herd. Thanks to keeper Scott for the photos! #ZSLZooBabies #SnowDay
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Whipsnade Zoo
6 years
When you finally thought you had five minutes to yourself... #ZSLZooBabies #Zoobabies #tigercubs
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Whipsnade Zoo
5 years
Just a rhino in the #rain 🦏🌧️ It isn't only kids who like splashing in muddy puddles... Our rhinos loved the rain at Whipsnade yesterday! Thanks to keeper Mark for the video. #WednesdayMotivation #ZooLife
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Whipsnade Zoo
3 years
We're fluttering with joy over the arrival of our newest residents, two marabou storks, known as β€˜undertaker birds’. 5ft tall, these big lads have already won over our Zookeepers and we're looking forward to them greeting our visitors when we're able.
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
β­πŸ¦’ BIG BABY NEWS πŸ¦’β­ Sneak peek: Watch footage of our towering new arrival, Wilfred πŸ₯° Born on #RemembranceDay , the #giraffe calf has been named after the renowned WW1 poet Wilfred Owen. Read more about the not-so-little one: #ZSLZooBabies
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
11 months
On a hot day β˜€οΈ there’s nothing better than cooling down with an icy treat! Visit the Zoo this #summer : Hippos are naturally well adapted to the sun: they sweat their own β€˜sunscreen’ - a mixture of red and orange pigment that absorbs UV rays.
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2 years
Sleepy Sundays with Ruby the red panda πŸ₯°πŸ’€ #SleepySunday #SundayMotivation πŸ“· Keeper Jane
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Whipsnade Zoo
6 years
The CUTEST thing you'll see today! 😍 #ZSLZooBabies #Zoolife #ZooBabies #tigercubs
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Whipsnade Zoo
2 years
Beautiful lynx, Ruby πŸ₯°πŸΎ Happy #Caturday ! Thanks to keeper Kate for the photo.
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Whipsnade Zoo
5 years
#HappyBirthday to our red panda, Tashi, who turns 10 today!πŸŽ‰ #ZooLife
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Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
🌟 EXCITING NEWS 🌟 Meet our adorable baby greater one-horned rhino! 🦏 She’s a 70kg bundle of #Christmas joy πŸ₯° She's getting more adventurous every day so look out for her stretching her legs when you visit over the festive period! #ZSLZooBabies #ZooLife
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Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
Please bear with us if you're trying to book tickets today, our poor website hasn't seen this volume of visitors in a long time!
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Whipsnade Zoo
6 years
Who's excited for Sir #DavidAttenborough ’s #Dynasties ?!
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
7 years
Ownership of the sandpit is yet to be agreed between Asian #elephants Sam and Elizabeth! #Whipsnade
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
Wilfred πŸ₯°πŸ¦’ He took his first wobbly steps within an hour of being born, and immediately began suckling from doting mum Luna. He's sharing some precious private bonding time with Luna and dad Bashu, before meeting the rest of the herd. πŸ“· Shot on FUJIFILM X-T4 #ZSLZooBabies
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Whipsnade Zoo
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🌟 EXCITING BABY NEWS 🌟 We've welcomed a tiny new arrival - an #endangered red panda cub! πŸ₯° If you're visiting the Zoo this #BankHolidayWeekend , you might be lucky enough to spot it! Read all about the adorable cub: #ZSLZooBabies #WednesdayMotivation
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Whipsnade Zoo
3 years
⭐🦏 EXCITING BABY NEWS! 🦏⭐ Meet our adorable Southern white rhino calf, Nandi πŸ₯° She's staying close to mum Tuli, but over the next few weeks she’ll become more playful and confident: #ZSLZooBabies #FridayMotivation #FridayFeeling #Friyay
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Whipsnade Zoo
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Meet our first camel calf in 8 years! 🐫 Our domestic Bactrian camels act as an ambassador species for their critically endangered β€˜cousins’ the wild camel in Mongolia and China, one of the rarest mammals on Earth.
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
3 years
HRH, The Duke of Edinburgh had a lifelong passion for wildlife. He supported ZSL for many years. Here in 2017, he feeds Donna at the opening of our Centre for Elephant Care. We are so grateful to HRH Prince Philip and the Royal Family, who remain in our thoughts at this sad time.
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
πŸ’• It's a girl! πŸ’• So, sticking to the tradition of naming our yak herd after Harry Potter characters, meet the adorable Ginny πŸ₯° #MondayMotivation #ZSLZooBabies #ZooGoesOn
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
6 years
They’re all boys! πŸ’™ We’re so pleased to let you know that our three #tigercubs are all doing well, and we now know that we have three boys. Keepers have named them Makari, Czar and Dmitri, and we hope you’ll be able to visit them soon! #ZSLZooBabies #ZooLife
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Whipsnade Zoo
5 years
⭐EXCITING NEWS⭐ Two adorable baby wolverines have been born! What better way to celebrate #InternationalDayofHappiness πŸ˜ƒ Read more here: #HappinessDay #ZSLZooBabies #ZooBabies
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There are new arrivals to Hullabazoo Farm… mangalista piglets! 🐽 They're born with stripes, but will soon grow almost sheep-like woolly coats. Look out for them this #HalfTerm πŸ‘‰ Every visit helps us protect wildlife around the world. πŸ“· Keeper Alex
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
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Just a baby rhino having a shower... Hands down, the cutest thing you'll see today! πŸ₯° #ZSLZooBabies #ZooLife #FridayMotivation #FridayFeeling #BabyAnimals
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Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
Elizabeth and Luca are having a splashing time! While so much is changing in the world, life goes on for our animals around the Zoo. We hope this puts a smile on your face today! 😊 #ZooGoesOn #SaturdayMotivation
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
Thank you for your patience today! 😩 Our website has been overwhelmed with visitors & we can only apologise for the frustration. We have plenty left, but Tickets have been temporarily TURNED OFF for tonight - we’re working hard to fix the technical issues for tomorrow 🀞
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
7 years
Hip-hippo-hooray there's a new arrival at the Zoo! 😍 Say hello to Hodor our adorable baby #hippo born to parents Lola and Hoover on July 21
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
We're celebrating the birth of an #Endangered Przewalski's foal - the world’s last 'truly wild' species of horse: The youngster has been named Luujin (pronounced Lor-jin), meaning 'compass', by @OfficialZSL conservationists working in Mongolia.
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
6 years
🐯 🐯 CUB UPDATE 🐯 🐯 Our adorable #tigercubs are nearly two weeks old and are rapidly becoming more active and starting to open their eyes! Naya’s a super attentive mum and we're thrilled with how well they're doing ❀️ #ZooLife #ZSLZooBabies #Zoobabies
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
Brightening up your Monday with an otter pup 🦦πŸ₯° You're welcome. πŸ“· Keeper James #BlueMonday #MondayMorning #MondayMotivation #ZSLZooBabies
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
Pistachio, Carol and Peanut πŸ₯°πŸ¦¦ Bring your family to the Zoo - book today: See amazing animals in amazing spaces, learn about their lives both here and in the wild, and support @OfficialZSL 's vital wildlife #conservation when you visit. πŸ“· Keeper James
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
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7 years
Wishing HM The Queen, Royal Patron of ZSL, a very happy 91st birthday! #queensbirthday #Asianelephants
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1 year
Hip hip-po-ray, it's a bank holiday and it's Lola's birthday! πŸŽ‰πŸ¦› We're open for the rest of the festive season - including New Year's Day - and hope to see you soon.
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4 years
Another big round of applause to all key workers - with some help from our bears, tigers, and penguins! πŸ‘πŸ‘ Thank you πŸ’™ #ClapForCarers #ClapForOurCarers #ClapForKeyWorkers
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Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
A very quiet, but very beautiful Whipsnade 🌸 Thank you to keeper Graeme for the photo! #ThursdayMotivation #Blossom #Spring
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
3 years
Breakfast in the #snow β„οΈπŸ¦ Thanks to keeper Anusia for sharing these with us! #MondayMorning
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
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A sneak peek of these two to celebrate #InternationalRedPandaDay ❀️ Keep an eye on our social channels for updates on the family soon! Our #RedPandas are part of a European breeding programme designed to keep a genetically diverse back-up population safe in #ConservationZoos .
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Whipsnade Zoo
6 years
We’re excited about #BigCats on @BBCOne - RT if you’re watching!
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Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
🌟 EXCITING NEWS 🌟 An adorable baby yak has been born! While so much is changing in the world, it's wonderful to see new life beginning and we hope it makes you smile πŸ₯° Thank you to keeper Gracie for the photo! #ZSLZooBabies #ZooToYou #TuesdayMotivation
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
3 years
We are delighted that new government guidance issued today, allows us to reopen our Zoos in Tier 4. We will be announcing our reopening date next week. Our social media team will be taking a break and won't be responding to comments. Our phone lines reopen on 29 December.
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Endangered Asian elephant calf Nang Phaya enjoys playing with the whole herd 🐘 – their current favourite pastime is rolling in the mud. She's quickly become an expert at it, covering herself in the cooling clay and trumpeting her joy: #WorldElephantDay
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Whipsnade Zoo
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Just a baby rhino playing with a ball... 🦏❀️ With everything going on at the moment, we hope this makes you smile! 😊 #ZSLZooBabies #FridayMotivation #InternationalDayofHappiness
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
2 years
We are deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, who supported us for many years. Her passion for animals will always be remembered. Our thoughts are with the Royal Family at this sad time. Information if you’re due to visit:
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
In need of some #MondayMotivation ? Baby Peanut eating breakfast might help πŸ₯°πŸ¦¦ You're welcome. Thanks to keeper Kate for the video! #ZSLZooBabies
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
πŸŽ‰ WE'RE OPEN! πŸŽ‰ And what a gorgeous day for a reopening! β˜€οΈ It's been fantastic to welcome you back - thank you so much for supporting us ❀️ If you haven't got tickets yet, dates up until 28 June are available here: See you soon! #ZooLove
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
3 years
Our animals have had their home transformed into a winter wonderland! ❄️ Our dedicated keepers are continuing to work - in all weather - to ensure our animals continue to receive world-class care. Thank you so much for supporting us: ❀️ #ZooGoesOn #SnowDay
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5 years
Mum Fi has started to carry the kits outside, so if you're visiting this weekend you might be lucky enough to see them - let us know! #ZSLZooBabies #ZooLife #FridayMotivation
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3 years
Happy #InternationalRedPandaDay ❀️ What better way to celebrate than with a cute, close up clip of Nilo πŸ₯° Thanks to keeper Grant for sharing this with us. #SaturdayMotivation
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Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
Our elephant keepers join us all to applaud key workers - THANK YOU! πŸ‘πŸ‘ πŸ’™ #ClapForCarers #ClapForOurCarers #ClapForKeyWorkers #ThankYouNHS
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
It's another emotional day as we close our gates again. But our devoted keepers will continue to care for our animals, and we can't wait to welcome you back as soon as we're able to. Thank you so much for your support: ❀️ #YourZoosNeedYou πŸ“· Ben Pollard
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Whipsnade Zoo
6 years
Happy first birthday Hodor πŸŽ‰ Keepers treated him to an iced treat in the shape of a number 1 to celebrate! #ZooLife #happybirthday
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
Koko the chimpanzee has celebrated reaching the milestone age of 50! Our oldest mammal marked her incredible half-century by tucking into a smorgasbord of her favourite foods before playing in the spring sunshine with younger chimps Phil, Grant and Elvis.
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Whipsnade Zoo
2 years
Otter cuteness from Carol to brighten up your Monday 🦦πŸ₯° Thanks to keeper Kate for the photo! #MondayMotivation
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6 years
🐯🐯 EXCITING NEWS 🐯🐯 Naya is starting to take the #tigercubs outside 😍 #ZSLZooBabies #Zoobabies #ZooLife
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
Zookeepers at ZSL Whipsnade Zoo stand in solidarity with our NHS and all key workers. Here's a round of applause from us to you - with a bit of help from our animals! Stay strong everyone πŸ’™ #ClapForCarers #ClapForKeyWorkers #ClapForOurCarers
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
We hope Elizabeth puts a smile on your face today! 😊 #ZooGoesOn #SundayMotivation #SundayFunday
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
7 months
Look out for our endangered red panda cubs, Alex and Priya, when you visit us this autumn: The twins have had their vet check and are now becoming much more adventurous. Every ticket to Whipsnade Zoo supports @officialzsl 's vital work around the globe 🧑
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4 years
When you’re just trying to eat your lunch in peace... #ZooGoesOn #ZSLZooBabies
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2 years
Handsome Czar 🐯 πŸ₯° Happy #Caturday ! 🐾 Thanks to keeper Kate for the photo!
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
🌟 Exciting news! 🌟 Episode One of an exclusive documentary filmed at our Zoos airs on @ITV this month! Tune in to go behind the scenes of our Zoos during lockdown. Get the date in your diary: Thursday 24 Sept at 9pm! Look out for the trailer! #SundayMotivation
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
5 years
What a stunning photo of Whipsnade's snow-White Lion from our friends at London Gliding Club ❄️ If you're visiting the Zoo today, we'd love to see your snowy photos! #snowday #snowuk #Snowmageddon #DunstableDowns #ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
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Whipsnade Zoo
5 years
These three 😍 Thank you to keeper James for the photo! #Caturday #SaturdayMotivation
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Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
We’re celebrating the pitter patter of tiny feet with the hatching of two #Endangered Northern rockhopper #penguin chicks 🐧 - an important victory for the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP). See if you can spot them when you visit this May! πŸ‘‰
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
2 years
Hodor the hippo in the #autumn sunshine πŸ¦›β˜€οΈπŸ‚ Thanks to keeper Alex for sharing this with us!
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
7 months
⭐ The cubs have names! Meet Priya and Alex: ⭐ It’s extremely unusual to get twin brother and sister red panda cubs, which makes the birth of these two even more significant. They're now starting to explore their surroundings for the first time.
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
Meet two otterly adorable new arrivals! πŸ₯°πŸ¦¦ The pups were born in October & have started to venture out and explore. Carol and Ernie are very paws-on and protective parents, shepherding them back if they totter too far, but we managed to get a sneak peek! #ZSLZooBabies
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Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
πŸ’™ It's a boy! πŸ’™ Our red panda cub has had his first health check and keepers have named him Nilo, meaning Blue in Nepalese, after his father. Don't miss out on our animals' milestones - join the ZSL family: #ZSLZooBabies #TuesdayMotivation
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Whipsnade Zoo
5 years
It's the very first #Christmas for our Amur tiger cubs 🐯🐯🐯 Keepers made it extra special by giving them their own Christmas stockings! #ZSLZooBabies #tigercubs
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Whipsnade Zoo
7 months
Two baby yaks have been born at Whipsnade Zoo! Our keepers have a tradition of naming the yak family after characters from the beloved #HarryPotter books, and the magical new arrivals have been named Tonks and Cedric. #ConservationZoo
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
Dmitri, Makari and Czar celebrated their birthday yesterday with their favourite treat – a giant ice block made of blood! Thank you to keeper James for the footage! Find out more about the 'cubs' and how you can support us: ❀️ #ZooLove #UKHeatwave
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
When two native brown long-eared bats were found injured, keeper Tyrone - who is also a registered bat carer for @_BCT_ - stepped in and took them under his wing. πŸ¦‡ After four weeks of dedicated care, the pair were then released back into the Zoo grounds:
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
🌟 MORE BABY NEWS 🌟 Five wild boar piglets have been born! Thank you to keeper Gracie for sharing the video with us πŸ₯° #ZSLZooBabies #ZooGoesOn #FridayMotivation #FridayFeeling
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
Just a sleepy baby rhino chilling out after a busy day exploring πŸ₯°πŸ¦ Thank you to keeper Ben for the photo! #ZSLZooBabies #ZooGoesOn #WednesdayMotivation
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
4 years
We need urgent support to secure the future of our Zoos & our global science & conservation work as we are forced to remain closed. Please write to your MP here: or support us with a donation: Thank you. #ZooLove #YourZoosNeedYou
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
6 years
When you've eaten too much this #Christmas ...
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@ZSLWhipsnadeZoo
Whipsnade Zoo
1 year
It's a winter wonderland at Whipsnade ❄️ Thanks to keeper Kate for the photos! #Snow #SnowDay #WinterWonderland
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