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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · Sep 1

✨ Kids Go Free This September! ✨

Make the most of family time this September at the Welsh Mountain Zoo. 🐾

For every paying adult, one child goes FREE!

🔑 Use Code: KIDSGOFREE when booking online
🎟 Advance booking only – don’t miss out! 👇
www.welshmountainzoo.org

(T&Cs apply)

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 20

Happy #WorldBeeDay!

Our buzzing friends are vital pollinators, helping sustain the rich biodiversity of our wild world! 🌍

Support pollinators—plant bee-friendly flowers, avoid pesticides, and spread the word!

Together, we can keep the buzz alive 🐝💛

📸: ©Nick Jackson
#bee

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 20

Only 4 days until #LoveYourZoo week! 💚

For this nationwide annual event, we're celebrating what makes zoos so special for visitors, wildlife, and conservation 🌍

Click below to discover how we're celebrating 👇
www.welshmountainzoo.org/love-your-zo...

📸: ©Brian McGarry & ©Shaun Wilson

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 16

This May half term, go wild for @biaza.bsky.social Love Your Zoo Week! 🐾

From 24th May – 1st June 2025, join us for fun, discovery & conservation as we celebrate this year’s theme: Allies for Wildlife. 🌍💚

Discover more below 👇
ow.ly/GvQB50VT6pP

📸: ©Karen Clark & ©Shaun Wilson
#zoo #conservation

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 16

🌍 It’s #EndangeredSpeciesDay! 🐾

At the Welsh Mountain Zoo, conservation is at the heart of everything we do! We're proud to work alongside dedicated partners and global breeding programs to safeguard endangered species and their habitats

Learn more 👇
welshmountainzoo.org/conservation...

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 15

It's Thursday Teaser Time: Paws for Thought edition! 🧠

What species of animal does this paw belong to⁉️

Comment your answers below!

📸: ©️Brian McGarry

#thursdayteaser #welshmountainzoo #whatisthat #northwales

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 15

We were thrilled to take part in this year’s Prom Xtra right on our doorstep in Colwyn Bay!

Read on below for a sneak peek at what visitors had to look forward to! 👇
welshmountainzoo.org/prom-xtra-20...

#welshmountainzoo #promxtra #zoo #community #event

Welsh Mountain Zoo Roars into Prom Xtra as Eco-Exhibitor! - Welsh Mountain Zoo

We were thrilled to take part in this year’s Prom Xtra right on our doorstep in Colwyn Bay! As an eco-zone exhibitor we showcased our passion for wildlife, conservation, and community engagement with ...

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 14

We’re turning 62!🎉
Join the celebration at the Welsh Mountain Zoo!

📅 17–18 May 2025

Birthday treats in store!
🥳 Free goodie bags (1st 62 groups), cake for all, animal talks & more

🎁 Want to support our animals with a gift?

Visit the birthday wishlist below! 👇
ow.ly/jZal50VSnOM

📸: ©Brian McGarry

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 13

We're proud to support Proyecto Tití, a Colombian-based conservation initiative dedicated to protecting the critically endangered cotton-top tamarin and Colombia’s rich biodiversity as a whole.

Learn about Proyecto Tití and our conservation partners! 👇 ow.ly/TciR50VMOMz

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 13

Did you guess our Thursday Teaser: EyeSpy Edition? 👀

It was the eye of a Sea Lion enjoying a fishy snack! 🐟

Discover more about California Sea Lions at the link below!👇
welshmountainzoo.org/zoo-features...

📸: ©️Ewan Davies
#thursdayteaser #welshmountainzoo

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 9

Join in the birthday fun with our 'Through the Years' photo display! 📸

Send us your favorite Zoo photos—whether from the '70s or last summer.
Your memories could be featured in our gallery!

🖼️ Submit your photos by following the instructions below👇
www.welshmountainzoo.org/welsh-mounta...

Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 9

We’re throwing a party — and you’re invited! 🐯🎉

Join us at the Welsh Mountain Zoo as we mark an incredible 62 years of wildlife, wonder, and conservation with a special Birthday Weekend celebration on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th May.

Learn more! 👇
welshmountainzoo.org/welsh-mounta...

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 8

🌿 Wishing a legendary 99th birthday to Sir David Attenborough!

Your voice has inspired generations to love and protect our natural world. From all of us at the Welsh Mountain Zoo—diolch o galon for your tireless passion and wisdom. 🐾🌍

📸: ©Bergen Chamber

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 8

It's Thursday Teaser Time: EyeSpy edition! 🧠

What species of animal does this eye belong to⁉️

Comment your answers below!

📸: ©️Karen Clark

#thursdayteaser #welshmountainzoo #whatisthat #northwales

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 7

🌍 Conservation starts here! 🌿

The Welsh Mountain Zoo isn’t just about amazing animals — we’re protecting endangered species & educating future generations. 🐯🧡

Every visit, donation & share helps us make a difference!
👇 justgiving.com/campaign/fri...

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 6

Padme: Relaxing in the shade, unbothered 😴

Qilian: Hi mum!!😸

🗻 Parenting in the snow leopard world = 90% majestic silence, 10% sass.

📸: ©Gail Johnson

#SnowLeopards #WelshMountainZoo #QilianAndPadme #relateable #funny 😺💬

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 5

We're thrilled to announce we're joining Prom Xtra on May 10 as an eco-exhibitor! 🐾🎉

Discover animal artefacts at our touch table, grab a chance to win a giant plush toy, and snap a safari-style photo 📸

Discover, learn & have fun—the wild awaits! 🐯 #PromXtra #WMZPromXtra

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 5

Did you guess our Thursday Teaser: Paws for Thought edition? 🐾

It was the paw of Hop the Red Panda! 💖

Discover more about Red Pandas and the threats they face as an endangered species below👇
welshmountainzoo.org/zoo-features...

📸: ©️Brian McGarry
#thursdayteaser #welshmountainzoo

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 2

On the prowl for a good deal this May Bank Holiday?

Book your Zoo visit in advance and save on admission at welshmountainzoo.org 😻

(Booking must be completed before 11:59pm the day before admission. Standard Ts&Cs Apply)

📸: ©️Gail Johnson
#SupportingConservation #Zoo

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 1

It's Thursday Teaser Time: Paws for Thought edition! 🧠

What species of animal does this paw belong to⁉️

Comment your answers below!

📸: ©️Brian McGarry

#thursdayteaser #welshmountainzoo #whatisthat #northwales

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · May 1

Diolch yn fawr this #ThankYouThursday!

A HUGE thank you to all our guests, volunteers, and the amazing local community who make everything we do possible!

As the National Zoo of Wales, we're proud to be part of a community that champions wildlife conservation 🌍

📸: ©️Melanie Sharp and Shaun Wilson

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · Apr 30

🌿 Escape to nature at the Welsh Mountain Zoo!

Stroll through our beautiful gardens & explore the historic grounds of the Flagstaff Estate high atop Colwyn Bay. 🌸🦋

Want to learn more about our gardens and grounds ahead of your visit? 👇
welshmountainzoo.org/gardens-and-...

#zoo #nature

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · Apr 29

Don't forget to hydrate and stretch! Fivi the Eurasian Brown Bear will show you how it's done 🐻

📸: ©️Matt Rimmer

#SupportingConservation #WelshMountainZoo #NorthWales #WildlifePhotography #Photography

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · Apr 28

Looking to make your visit to the Zoo that little bit more WILD!?

Book an unforgettable animal experience! 😺🦭

From meerkats to snow leopards, learn all about your favourite animals in a fun and ZOOnique way!
👇
welshmountainzoo.org/zoo-features...

#WelshMountainZoo #animalexperience #Zoo

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Welsh Mountain Zoo @welshmountainzoo.bsky.social · Apr 28

Did you guess our Thursday Teaser: EyeSpy Edition? 👀

It was one of our Ring Tailed Lemurs! 🌿

Discover more about the Ring Tailed Lemur at the link below!👇
welshmountainzoo.org/zoo-features...

📸: ©️Ewan Davies
#thursdayteaser #welshmountainzoo

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