Consolidating our Star Tortoise preservation programme
An ambitious project for the future of our park and the world.
Biodiversity
The secret of our animals' diet.
Diet is a fundamental pillar in the health of all living beings, discover how to maintain a safe and correct diet for our animals.
Debunking myths about our reptiles
There are many myths about reptiles, in this post we debunk some of the most popular ones about some of our reptiles.
What are they telling us? Guide to deciphering the secret language of the zoo
Discover the secrets in the communication and interaction of different species that live in our park.
The Responsible Explorer's Guide: The Art of Observing without a Footprint
A complete guide on how to be a responsible explorer, both in zoos and in the wild, interaction with animals is fascinating, but it is even better from a respectful point of view.
Wild Lives at Risk
The dark business of animal trafficking: marmosets as victims 1. Introduction Illegal animal trafficking is one of the most lucrative illicit activities in the world, second only to drug, arms and human trafficking. Each year, this business moves between 7 and 23 billion dollars, according to estimates by international organisations. [...]
Guinea pigs: from experimentation to protection at our zoo
Introduction Guinea pigs, also known as guinea pigs or guinea pigs, are small rodents native to South America. Despite their name, they are not related to pigs and do not come from India. They are sociable, friendly and curious creatures that have been human companions for centuries. In our zoo, we have [...]
Conservation status of ring-tailed lemurs
Ring-tailed lemurs, also known scientifically as Lemur catta, are one of the world's most iconic and recognisable primates. However, despite their popularity, these animals are in a rather delicate state of conservation. IUCN classification The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) classifies [...]
