A rare 400-million-year-old plant species has been reintroduced to Eelmoor Marsh near Farnborough following decades of habitat restoration work by Marwell Wildlife. The endangered marsh clubmoss, which survives at only a handful of sites in England and Wales, requires wet, open peaty ground that conservationists have recreated through dam installation, peat exposure, and conservation grazing.
Marwell Zoo's animal teams have followed up on over 150 potential sightings of escaped capybara Samba, with most turning out to be muntjac deer. The zoo has deployed an additional 10 camera traps to expand search coverage and is asking the public to report sightings with photographic evidence and location data.
A Chacoan mara pup has been born in the Life Among The Trees exhibit at Marwell Zoo. The birth is part of the zoo's breeding programme for this species.
Fledgling red-tailed laughingthrush chicks are now visible to visitors in the Upper Walkthrough Aviary at Marwell Zoo. The chicks represent a successful breeding outcome for the species.
Marwell Zoo's Big Give Earth Raise campaign has raised £16,390 to support conservation of Sand Lizards, England's rarest lizard species. The funds will help advance protection efforts for this endangered reptile.
Female snow leopard Zaya gave birth on 20 May 2026 at Marwell Zoo, though the exact number of cubs has not yet been confirmed. The cubs remain in the cubbing box and will not be visible to the public for several weeks.
Two-year-old Rothschild's giraffe Carry has arrived at Marwell Zoo as part of the European Endangered Species Programme. She is settling in well with the zoo's existing giraffes, Mburo and Christa.
Blue-crowned hanging parrots, collared trogons and grosbeak starlings have completed their quarantine period and are now on display in the Tropical House. Visitors can now observe these newly arrived birds during their visits.
A potoroo joey has been born to mother Truffle and is beginning to emerge from her pouch. The young animal is in the early stages of development at Marwell Zoo.
Female snow leopard Zaya gave birth on 20 May 2026, with at least one cub confirmed alive in the cubbing box. The zoo is taking a hands-off approach to replicate natural conditions, monitoring via CCTV while prioritising the cub's welfare and Zaya's privacy.
Marwell Zoo is showcasing several newborn animals including Amali, a white rhino calf, alongside a potoroo joey, a Chacoan mara pup, and young primates including a saki monkey baby, cotton-headed tamarins, and Guacamole the coppery titi monkey. Visitors can see these newest arrivals during their visit to the zoo.
A two-year-old female Rothschild giraffe named Carry has arrived at Marwell Zoo from Belfast Zoo as part of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) breeding programme. She joins the zoo's existing giraffes, Christa and Mburo, and plays an important role in the long-term conservation of this endangered species.
Marwell Zoo is launching Zoo Wonders, a new interactive event running from 23 to 31 May 2026, featuring hands-on activities, behind-the-scenes experiences, and educational challenges. Visitors can participate in animal feeds, talks, a discovery hub, glitter tattoos, and a virtual reality experience under the Asian canopies.
Marwell Zoo marked World Veterinary Day by highlighting the preventative care approach of its veterinary team, which works closely with keepers to monitor individual animal health through regular check-ups and early detection of changes. The veterinary team also shares expertise with conservation projects globally.
Hanging parrots, collared trogons, and grosbeak starlings have arrived at Marwell Zoo and are completing their standard quarantine period in a private habitat. The birds team has prepared the Tropical House with hollowed logs as natural nest sites ahead of their public introduction.
A female white rhino calf born at Marwell has been officially named Amali, meaning 'hope' in Swahili, and has begun exploring her habitat alongside her mother Zahra. Amali will play an important role in the European white rhino breeding programme as she grows.
The zoo's walkthrough aviaries have reopened following upgrades designed to encourage natural bird behaviours and improve welfare. New features include a larger pool with flowing water, natural ground layers, improved lighting, and enhanced wading pools for foraging.
Gary and Lemmy, two male domestic Bactrian camels, have arrived at Marwell Zoo and are settling into their new habitat. They will eventually be introduced to share an enclosure with the zoo's African wild ass.
Roul roul partridge chicks have hatched at Marwell Zoo as part of the zoo's breeding efforts. The chicks will be visible in the Tropical House during visitor hours.
Sisters Sahara and Cleopatra, two female addax, have arrived at Marwell Zoo from Flamingo Land as part of a conservation breeding programme. They are settling in well with resident female Amelie.
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