What is next for BAFTA winner Michaela Coel? My time at Blackpool Zoo has given me a great opportunity to get involved in all aspects of the zoological industry, working with a wide variety of fascinating animals and people whilst learning about the various other businesses related disciplines that make up a modern day zoo operation. "We have been unable to tell what sex the baby is as yet so it really is a case of the keepers keeping a close eye on them both during these next few months. We are really looking forward to welcoming you all back!! Ms Pennie added: "Ivy is doing a fantastic job of caring for the youngster, which she will carry on her chest for around six months before it starts to explore its surroundings. The male and female calves, of the double-humped Bactrian species, were born in Blackpool on 6 May. They then removed the locks and took monkeys from each enclosure. From aardvarks to zebras, cockroaches to camels – they’re all here! UK-EU trade talks to resume over 'critical issues', French security bill protests turn violent again, UK and EU make one last push for trade deal, 'I had surgery to be three inches taller', It's rare to find art that blows you away. The pleated gibbon weighed only 2 to 3lbs (about 1kg) when it was born on 11 April to mother Ivy and father Chamoa. Both male and female animals typically have a white circular streak around the crown and sides of their head, hence the name "pileated," which means "capped. © 2020 BBC. Her hilarious reaction to a magic trick has been viewed more than 20 million times. Coronavirus COVID-19: Information for Visitors. We will not be allowed to open some indoor areas: the indoor eating area of the cafe is closed, as are the indoor viewing area of animal houses including elephants, giraffes, small primates, gorillas and orangutans. There are only 14 Pileated Gibbons in zoos across the UK, with only two breeding pairs. ", Ms Pennie also said "Ivy is 31 and has been with us for 26 years. A critically endangered species of monkey stolen from a zoo has given birth to healthy twins. Five monkeys, including three which are a critically endangered species, have been stolen following a break-in at Blackpool Zoo. Project Elephant underpins Blackpool Zoo’s ongoing commitment to the endangered Asian elephant. By visiting the zoo today you have already helped in conserving threatened species, as your admission fee assists in caring for the animals involved in our captive breeding programmes. Blackpool Zoo actively raises awareness regarding the conversation of highly endangered species. Meet 10 amazing species saved from the brink by zoo conservation… An endangered species of gibbon has had a baby at Blackpool Zoo. The health of our zoo family, which includes our visitors, staff and animals, is our top priority. We play a vital role in conservation, by breeding species at risk of extinction in the wild. Parents Ivy and Chamoa have also produced two male gibbons called Dobbie and Iwani who live with them in the small primate house. Submitted by Blackpool Zoo, edited by Lucy Hilton. Keepers at Blackpool Zoo are celebrating the birth of an endangered species of gibbon. She became famous in 2015 after a video of her went viral. A full list of restrictions and measures in place can be found here. Blackpool Zoo Animals Software Zoo Animals Screen Saver v.2.1.0.53 8 full color images including baboons, elephant & 8 full color images including baboons, elephant & zebra.. .css-8h1dth-Link{font-family:ReithSans,Helvetica,Arial,freesans,sans-serif;font-weight:700;-webkit-text-decoration:none;text-decoration:none;color:#FFFFFF;}.css-8h1dth-Link:hover,.css-8h1dth-Link:focus{-webkit-text-decoration:underline;text-decoration:underline;}Read about our approach to external linking. They are classed as endangered by the International Union for the Conservation of Nature with the main threat resulting from habitat destruction. Always a favourite at Christmas, Blackpool Zoo’s reindeer have a very successful breeding... Tree porcupines are very hard to spot, especially in summer when they sit high in the... **Squirrel Monkeys are currently not available for viewing** A large group of mischievous... Red River hogs have spectacular ears with tassels and black dorsal stripes. Keepers at Blackpool Zoo are celebrating the birth of a baby Gibbon - Europe's second largest group of endangered species. 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The animals were snatched overnight between Tuesday and Wednesday when the thieves cut a hole in the perimeter fence of the zoo and approached two separate monkey enclosures. The US president holds his first post-election campaign rally in Georgia ahead of key Senate runoffs. The baby is the sixth member of Europe's second largest group of the endangered species. From tiny pygmy marmosets to giant Asian elephants, from aardvarks to zebra, from goats to gorillas, they are all here at Blackpool Zoo. These animals all have access to their outdoor enclosures, although they may not be on view at times during the day as they may choose to go inside. We at Blackpool Zoo actively raise awareness about the conservation of threatened species and currently support 9 conservation organisations. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The Amur tiger (formerly known as the Siberian tiger) is one of the largest cats in the... Western lowland gorillas are endangered, but they remain far more common than their... Lions are the only cats that live in groups, which are called prides. The male and female calves, of the double-humped Bactrian species, were born in Blackpool on 6 May… How many trade deals has the UK done so far? Blackpool Zoo is temporarily closed. VideoICYMI: Covid street fight and near cat catastrophe. Blackpool Zoo is celebrating the birth of a baby Gibbon – one of Europe’s second-largest group of endangered species. We almost lost her ten years ago when she became very ill, so for her to recover and go onto have three healthy babies is just wonderful.". Zoos across the world are keeping endangered species safe from extinction. Blackpool Zoo is heralding a new and exciting chapter as it welcomes the first male elephant in its 47-year history. 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ICYMI: Covid street fight and near cat catastrophe. Pileated gibbons hail from eastern Thailand, Cambodia and Laos and are officially classed as endangered. There are just 14 of the species in UK zoos with only two breeding pairs, said a zoo spokeswoman. Details of the monkeys have been circulated to all ports and airports in case the thieves try to take them abroad. Visitors can watch the underwater antics of the flightless birds through lar… It was refurbished in 2010 and now includes a 300-seat viewing area with wide glass windows giving spectators a great view of the keepers interacting with the animals. Here at Blackpool Zoo we do so much more than just display animals to visitors. Click. Blackpool Zoo are celebrating a significant baby after Pileated Gibbon, Ivy, gave birth at the end of August. The newly born endangered western lowland gorilla was snapped clinging on to its 22-year-old mother, Miliki. Animals at Blackpool Zoo: Over 1000 animals live at Blackpool Zoo, including many favourites and some you might not know! Across UK Zoos, there are … Many of the animals at Wild Discovery are endangered or are part of vital breeding programmes to secure their future in the wild. Big Cats. Jingga was born in Barcelona in 2009 to mother Jawi and father Karl, and has settled well into … In light of the current restrictions, we have temporarily closed Blackpool Zoo as of the close of business on Wednesday 4th November, with a plan to reopen on Thursday 3rd December 2020. Gibbons are usually found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia, however, a paired-for-life duo living at Blackpool Zoo are keeping the population alive as the only two breeding pairs found at the zoo. Read about our approach to external linking. The zoo is home to father and son African lions, Wallace and Khari, as well as beautiful Amur tiger, Alyona. They can be found in various houses around the zoo. How are students travelling home for Christmas? Thieves who stole five endangered monkeys from Blackpool Zoo are feared to be planning on taking them abroad. The arrival of a baby pileated gibbon is “hugely important news” for both the zoo and the species said Senior Primate Keeper Charlotte Pennie. There are just 14 of the species in UK zoos with only two breeding pairs, said a zoo spokeswoman. Endangered species. Keepers at Blackpool Zoo are celebrating the birth of an endangered species of gibbon. Bornean orangutan Jingga swung into the zoo in October from her Spanish home to Blackpool Zoo as part of the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP). Of course, conservation work in the wild goes hand in hand with any breeding programmes, as to release animals back into the wild when there are so many threats to their existence would be counter intuitive. Pileated gibbon bred successfully at Paignton Zoo, ICYMI: Covid street fight and near cat catastrophe. Fun for all the family. All the animals at the zoo require a varied diet to stay healthy, including fresh vegetables, fruit, meat, fish and dried foods. Please ensure you read them before you book your tickets as they are non-refundable and non-exchangeable. Blackpool Zoo has an ever-increasing and very varied collection of birds from around the world including parrots, flamingos, penguins, ostriches, emus, owls and wading birds. Two endangered camels are being hand-reared by specialist keepers at a Lancashire zoo. Becoming critically endangered in the wild due to deforestation and hunting has brought... One of the most popular displays at Blackpool Zoo that of the sea lions carried out in... Giraffes are the world's tallest mammals, thanks to their towering legs and long necks. Highlights include: Active Oceans The zoo’s sea lion pool is the largest in the UK. .css-14iz86j-BoldText{font-weight:bold;}Keepers at Blackpool Zoo are celebrating the birth of an endangered species of gibbon. Federal investigators allege that the roadside zoo run by the Lowes has potentially 100 to 200 animals, including some protected by the Endangered Species Act, … Will a vaccine give us our old lives back? One of the lesser apes, pileated gibbons form monogamous breeding pairs and have a diet of fruits, leaves and small animals. The arrival of a baby pileated gibbon is "hugely important news" for both the zoo and the species said Senior Primate Keeper Charlotte Pennie. Reptiles Blackpool Zoo’s collection of reptiles includes caiman and tortoises. "We're hoping for a little girl after two beautiful boys. Two endangered camels are being hand-reared by specialist keepers at a Lancashire zoo. Other species in Blackpool Zoo's collection include red pandas, meerkats, Bactrian camels, Oriental small-clawed otters, South American tapirs, aardvarks, giant anteaters, mountain zebras, red river hogs, cottontop tamarins, Bornean orangutans, great grey owls, barn owls, Von der Decken's hornbill, rainbow lorikeets, ostriches, pileated gibbons, eastern white pelicans, Nile monitors, royal pythons… Blackpool Zoo has an ever-increasing and very varied collection of birds from around the world including parrots, flamingos, penguins, ostriches, emus, owls and wading birds. What does your role entail and what have you changed since you arrived at the zoo? This does ★★★★â˜, Why one railway station lost 90% of its passengers. They use almost 40 different... Meerkats are great favourites with our visitors of all ages. Active Oceans is also home to the penguin pool. There are over 400 species of animals at Blackpool Zoo. 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