Download these free resources for use when you visit the Zoo!
Classification
There are two main groups of animals: vertebrates and invertebrates. Find out ways to determine the classification of animals.
Animal enrichment
What is animal enrichment?
Animal enrichment is used in zoos as a way of enhancing the animal's environment that it lives in. Essentially it is giving the animals things such as toys, training and furniture added to enclosures to encourage animals to act out natural behaviours. Learn more about enrichment and the reasons for theses activities here.
Adaptations
Animals (and plants) have adaptations (features of their bodies) that are matched to the habitat an animal lives. Download this resource to find out more about the different types of adaptations and some of the reasons behind these structural, behavioural and physiological adaptations.
Animal coverings
Learn about the variety of animal coverings and vital roles they play in helping an animal’s survival.
Birds
Find out more interesting facts about birds.
Camouflage
We can also provide worksheets and extra resources for your visit, as well as follow up activities and extension opportunities. Please contact us to discuss your needs.
Giraffes can recognise each other from 1km away!
