The Northumberland Zoo is a zoo in Felton, Northumberland, England.

Northumberland Zoo
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55°16′20″N 1°41′59″W / 55.2723°N 1.6996°W / 55.2723; -1.6996
Date opened2009
LocationFelton, Northumberland, England
No. of species80
MembershipsBritish and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Websitehttps://www.northumberlandzoo.co.uk/

History

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The zoo began with a tearoom that added poultry and livestock to its grounds in 2009.

The zoo opened in 2011 as Eshottheugh Animal Park, adding exotic species like meerkats.[1] it changed its name to Northumberland County Zoo in 2015, before shortening it to its current name in 2018.[2] It became a member of the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums in 2021.[3]

Animals and exhibits

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Conservation

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The zoo participates in various conservation efforts as a member of the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums.[3][6]

References

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  1. ^ Robson, Vicky (2015-11-22). "Enjoy a visit to Eshottheugh Animal Park - Northumberland's newest zoo! - sponsored feature". Chronicle Live. Retrieved 2023-11-27.
  2. ^ "Our Zoo". Northumberland Zoo. Retrieved 2023-11-27.
  3. ^ a b "Northumberland Zoo". biaza.org.uk. Retrieved 2024-01-14.
  4. ^ Watson, Charles (4 May 2023). ""Northumberland Zoo welcomes four cute capybara pups"". Northumberland Gazette.
  5. ^ a b Hall, Daniel (2023-12-04). "Delight as one of world's rarest bats born in Northumberland County Zoo". Chronicle Live. Retrieved 2024-01-13.
  6. ^ Janiszewska, Sara (2022-12-26). "Saving the Species: Northumberland Zoo's Breeding Programme for Critically Endangered Animals". Newcastle Magazine - Positive Local News for Newcastle upon Tyne. Retrieved 2024-01-13.
  7. ^ Smith, Ian (December 30, 2021). "Northumberland zoo to play part in safeguarding native crayfish". Northumberland Gazette. Retrieved January 13, 2024.
  8. ^ Coulson, Lauren (6 October 2023). "Northumberland Zoo get involved with harvest mice conservation project". Northumberland Gazette. Archived from the original on 2023-10-07.