Questions and Answers
Which animals are counted and recorded in order to monitor the conservation work at London and Whipsley zoos?
How many species are covered at the zoo?
How many animals are there at the zoo?
Why have the zoos closed to visitors again?
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How long does it take the keepers to carry out the counting and recording task?
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It's all in a very special ______'s work for the keepers at London and Whipsley zoos
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There's just under 4,000 animals at the zoo and that covers around just over ______ species
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Every mammal birds reptile and ______ are counted and recorded
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The important conservation work behind the ______ continues
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Study Notes
London and Whipsnade Zoos
- The zoos have a total of around 4,000 animals, representing over 200 species.
- Every mammal, bird, reptile, and invertebrate is counted and recorded annually to monitor conservation efforts.
New Additions to London Zoo
- Two otter pups were born during the first lockdown.
- Edie, a carpe calf, was born in September.
- Geisha, a female Sumatran tiger, joined the male tiger from Denmark in December.
Current Situation
- Both zoos are currently closed to visitors due to national lockdown restrictions.
- Despite the closure, essential conservation work continues behind the scenes.
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Description
Test your knowledge on animal conservation and counting at London and Whipsley Zoos! Learn about the important work of keepers as they tally up the diverse range of species, from Italian tigers to calculating camels. Discover fascinating facts about the 4,000 animals and over 200 species that call these zoos home.
