SECTION NEWS
Chandra, our new Male Asiatic Lion, has arrived to join our lioness Akela
Purple-faced Langurs arrive at the Park
A Bactrian Camel born at Easter.
SECTION KEEPERS ...
The South Section
The South Section is spread across a large area of the Park and is responsible for the larger mammal species as well as a few bird species.
Ungulates
White Rhinoceros, Bactrian Camel and Chapman’s Zebra are the largest ungulate species at the Park.
Our White Rhino is now in its senior years, he shares his large paddock with the herd of Chapman’s Zebra in front of the Manor House.
Big Cats
Amur Leopard is the most endangered species of big cat, with less than 50 surviving in the wild. Leopards are shy, solitary animals; in 2004 we re-built their enclosure, increasing the height giving them an increased sense of security. The downside of this is that visitors may have to look harder to see these rather aloof animals!
Asiatic Lions
Indian or Asiatic Lions are slightly smaller than African Lions, they are found in a small area in the Gir Forest and are very endangered.
Lions are the most sociable of the cats, they are also very idle animals and will spend the majority of their day asleep. Every now and again the keeping staff manages to stir them into action by providing novel food items.
Primates
Lesser apes Lar Gibbon and Siamang can be found close to the Reptile House.
Small Mammals
Opposite the Reptile House is the Bat House, home for our winged mammals Egyptian Fruit Bats. Viewing of these nocturnal mammals is made possible by reversed lighting. Another resident in the Bat House is the Long-eared Hedgehog.
Close to the Restaurant are our breeding pair of Red Panda. Opposite the Zebra house is a group of Banded Mongoose.
Birds of Prey
A large variety of owl species can be found in our owl aviaries from the large Great Grey Owl to the much smaller Burrowing Owl. Other birds of prey include Turkey Vulture and Striated Caracara.
Lake Area
A large variety of waterfowl roam freely around our Lake area along with a breeding group of Chilean Flamingo.
Want to Help?
A visit to the Cotswold Wildlife Park can now be even more worthwhile. By adopting an animal, you can provide a helpful contribution towards the costs of keeping and feeding the animals and supporting our conservation breeding programmes... click here for more information