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A conservation charity near Winchester with over 170 species across 140 acres.
The Marwell 10k running event will take place on Sunday 27 September 2026 from 9am to 11am, with proceeds supporting endangered tiger conservation. Visitors should expect increased crowds and temporary closures of the back half of the zoo and snow leopard road during the race.
FeaturedA collared hill partridge chick hatched this month, shortly after an adult bird arrived at Marwell in May. The Southeast Asian species is well-camouflaged in leaf litter and spends much of its time on the ground.
Amali, Marwell's youngest Southern white rhino, explored the main field for the first time this month, following her mother Zahra and enjoying mud baths together. The milestone marks an important developmental step for the young rhino.
FeaturedTwo Asian small-clawed otters, Rizzo and Thien Than, have arrived at Marwell and are settling into their new habitat after being introduced earlier this summer. Visitors can support habitat improvements through #VoteWild, which would add a warm indoor pool and new nesting areas.
Bruce, a Himalayan monal at Marwell, was euthanised this month on medical grounds following a decision by the zoo's veterinary and animal care teams. The decision prioritised his welfare and prevented further suffering.
Bactrian camels Gary and Lemmy have settled into life at Marwell and are now being introduced to visitors through social media content highlighting their individual personalities. The pair demonstrate the species' distinctive two humps, thick coats and desert adaptations.
FeaturedFour-year-old Amur tiger Luca has arrived at Marwell from The Big Cat Sanctuary for a temporary six-month stay while habitat work is completed at his home facility. He is now exploring his new surroundings and spending time outside, though visitors may need patience as he settles in.
FeaturedMarwell marked Scimitar-Horned Oryx Day with a weekend of talks, activities and educational displays highlighting the species' remarkable conservation recovery. Once declared Extinct in the Wild, scimitar-horned oryx have been reclassified as Endangered thanks to breeding and reintroduction programmes supported by Marwell and partners.
Kiri, a long-standing member of Marwell's rhino herd, turned 40 this month, marking an incredible milestone for her species. The celebration recognised her decades of contribution to the zoo's conservation work.
Marwell Zoo is hosting a special Carnivore Weekend on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 September 2026, celebrating the zoo's tigers, snow leopards, otters, servals and meerkats. Visitors can enjoy keeper talks, carnivore-themed face painting, glitter tattoos, and explore the zoo's 140+ species.
Sophie Whitemore serves as International Studbook Keeper for the endangered scimitar-horned oryx, managing pedigree data for approximately 3,000 animals registered across zoos, safari parks, and conservation centres worldwide. The studbook enables regional population management coordinators to make informed breeding decisions that maintain genetic viability across the global captive population.
FeaturedA decade after Marwell Zoo sent 14 scimitar-horned oryx to the UAE as part of a reintroduction programme, the wild population in Chad has grown to around 600 animals. The species has been reclassified on the IUCN Red List from 'Extinct in the Wild' to 'Endangered', marking a major conservation success.
Sophie Whitemore is undertaking comprehensive reassessments of the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species and Green Status of Species for all 150 antelope species and subspecies, with assessments now nearly a decade out of date. Her work also includes original research on Extinct in the Wild species, developing criteria to quantify conservation support needs for populations held only in zoos, botanic gardens, and aquariums.
FeaturedSophie Whitemore, Programme Officer for the IUCN's Antelope Specialist Group, visited Tunisia in May 2025 to monitor wild scimitar-horned oryx as part of Marwell's four-decade conservation partnership. The reintroduction programme has established a population of around 40 animals in Bou Hedma National Park, representing a major milestone in the species' recovery from extinction in the wild.
FeaturedMarwell Zoo is participating in Action Indonesia Day to raise awareness and support conservation of four threatened Indonesian species, two of which—lowland anoa and banteng—are cared for at the zoo. Both species face critical threats from habitat loss and hunting, with lowland anoa classified as Endangered and banteng as Critically Endangered.
Marwell Zoo's banteng group is featured as part of Action Indonesia Day celebrations, with keepers highlighting their energetic and playful behaviour, particularly after spending time indoors during wet weather. The banteng, a larger wild cattle species with distinctive white leg markings, are Critically Endangered in the wild across Southeast Asia.
Sparky, a male lowland anoa at Marwell Zoo, is turning 26 years old, making him a geriatric member of this endangered species. The milestone coincides with Action Indonesia Day, which raises awareness for four threatened Indonesian species including the lowland anoa.
Pasha, an Amur tiger at Marwell Zoo, has died, and the zoo has released post-mortem examination findings to the public. Pasha arrived at Marwell in March 2025 as part of the EAZA breeding programme for this endangered species and was known for his participation in voluntary healthcare training.
Animal News: Snow Leopard Cub Update, New Arrivals and Conservation Updates
FeaturedMarwell Wildlife is partnering with Bhutan's Druk Nyo Foundation to develop a conservation programme that integrates centuries-old Buddhist wisdom with practical tiger protection measures. The initiative aims to help rural communities and wild tigers coexist by reconnecting conservation with Bhutan's spiritual heritage, following the discovery of long-forgotten temple scrolls and texts revealing tigers' historical significance in Buddhist teaching.