Excited visitors at Edinburgh Zoo have recently been able to catch a glimpse of the UK’s first ever koala joey as it starts to emerge from mum Alinga’s pouch.
Author: Edinburgh Zoo
Bamboo for Dinner
A new bamboo plantation that explains the story of Edinburgh pandas Tian Tian and Yang Guang’s favourite food has opened at Edinburgh Zoo. Next to the famous giant panda enclosure, a small working nursery is packed with 250 bamboo plants and contains five different species of tried and tested bamboo species that are Sunshine and Sweetie’s favourites.
Homes for Hoverflies
Ever spotted the aspen hoverfly winging its way past you? Chances are you haven’t. These endangered insects are one of the UK’s rarest hoverflies.
Hubble Bubble Play and Penguins
Keeping over 200 playful and intelligent penguins entertained can be a challenge, but keepers at Edinburgh Zoo are experts at penguin enrichment. This week they treated the penguin colony to a shower of bubbles from the popular bubble making machine.
Otter Pups Don’t Mind the Cold
After spending the first few months of their lives hidden away, Edinburgh Zoo’s oriental small-clawed otter pups are finally ready to make an appearance , and photographer David Meikle was lucky to be there to snap them!