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NEW for 2023: Here’s to a wonderful 2023 for all, and you can get your year off to an incredible start with our brand new events and experiences at Plantasia Tropical Zoo. VIP Animal Encounters: Launching on Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January is a new way to get up close to our animals in…

People have many different perceptions of what working as a Zookeeper actually involves, however by far the most overwhelming misconception I encounter is something along the lines of… “Wow you get paid to play with and cuddle animals all day, you have the best job in the world!” Now while the first half of that…

The Egyptian Tortoise: The Egyptian tortoise is the second smallest tortoise species in the world and said to be no bigger than a baked potato! They can live for more than 20 years in captivity, however, their life span in the wild is currently unknown. They are herbivores and enjoy snacking on the flowers and…

Have you met Plantasia Tropical Zoo’s very own Tarantulas?   In the ‘Underground’ zone, you can meet Plantasia Tropical Zoo’s Mexican Red Knee and Goliath Birdeater tarantulas, safely secured within their cosy enclosures. Mexican Redknee Tarantula (Unamed) Goliath Birdeater Tarantula (Aragog) Colour: Black and brown hairs across the body, reddish bands across leg joints Leg span: 15-17cm…

Have you ever wondered why the leaves on some plants look different to others? It’s because plants are adapted to the environment where they live. They use their leaves to help them get the right balance of light, water, and temperature, and to protect themselves from damage. This article will tell you why the leaves…

Have you met Plantasia Tropical Zoo’s axolotls? This article will tell you a little bit more about  these amazingly unique creatures. What are Axolotls?  Biology:  Axolotls are a type of salamander. Salamanders are amphibians, they usually have gills in the first part of their lives when they live in water, but after  undergoing metamorphosis, develop…

“We must take what might well be our last chance to save the rainforest and help the tropical world to heal itself” – Sir David Attenborough What is a Rainforest? A rainforest is an area of very tall trees which has lots of rainfall. Rare and undiscovered important plants and animals live in their 5…