Category: Zoo news
To mark the halfway point of COP26, we’re taking a look at what’s happened at the conference so far and what promising actions may be coming up…
Two precious red-billed curassow chicks hatched after their eggs were carefully incubated for 30 days by our team of bird experts.
The climate crisis our planet is facing is of great concern for many young people. The education sector has an opportunity to play a vital role in the legacy of COP26.
MPs debated the new Animal Welfare Bill and took the opportunity to stress the INVALUABLE role that zoos play in preventing extinction.
At the end of a long journey through the 2020-21 academic year, our Industrial Placement Students reflect on their growth and plans for the future.
A message from our CEO, Jamie Christon
We are devastated to the learn of the death of Conservative MP Sir David Amess, who very sadly died earlier today from his injuries following an attack in his local area.
Sir David, the MP for Southend West, was a huge supporter and advocate of the work we do here at the zoo and visited us only last October. Today, I wanted to share with you some kind words he sent to us in a letter following his visit:
“Chester Zoo is unquestionably one of the finest zoos I have ever visited, and you employ such excellent staff who are very dedicated. I am committed to ensuring that zoos such as yours continue to prosper, particularly with your wonderful conservation work.”
As the Vice Chair of the Zoos & Aquariums All Party Parliamentary Group, Sir David’s passion for wildlife, zoos and conservation will be greatly missed by all.
Our thoughts and condolences are very much with David’s family, friends and loved ones at this difficult time.
Jamie Christon, Chief Executive Officer
As the World Biodiversity Summit sparks discussion on the latest ideas and plans to tackle biodiversity loss, Chester Zoo Science Director, Simon Dowell, writes about the path forward for us in tackling one particular area of biodiversity decline…
A NEW BBC wildlife series, narrated by Sir David Attenborough and Prince William features our work promoting sustainable palm oil.
The rare baby primate, a Colombian black-headed spider monkey, has been spotted being cradled in the arms of experienced mum, Kiara (11).