The population of the species was believed to be as low as nine in 1991.

The Chester Zoo centre will play a role in the conservation of the world’s most under-threat animals.

Vets, campaigners and actors ask a council to permanently revoke South Lakes Safari Zoo's licence.

Pygmy hippos are native to West Africa and experts believe there are only about 2,500 left in the wild.

The tiny endangered pygmy hippo calf arrived at Edinburgh Zoo on 30 October.

Bridlington Birds of Prey & Animal Park says locals can visit for free on Saturday and Sunday.

Four 18-month-old female raccoons escaped from their enclosure at Amazon World, near Sandown.

The zoo has created a bat-friendly garden to celebrate international Bat Week.