The Bedford Estates, LondonThe team has welcomed meerkat pups, lemur infants, wallaby joeys, and penguin chicks, all busy stealing the hearts of guests. So, how are these little ones doing? Let's find out!
The Tiny Trios
Three seems to be the lucky number for babies, as the team has welcomed some adorable trios this year.
The ring-tailed lemur twins in Land of Lemurs walk-through have been named Kintana and Hariva. Born to mum Kirindy back in April, the twins are beginning to socialise with the rest of the group.
Their exciting birth came just weeks after the arrival of male ring-tailed lemur infant - Koto, born to parents Koko and Berenty. Koto is bigger and brave enough to now mingle with the rest of the troop.
You can spot him and the twins during your stroll through the Land of Lemurs woodland walk-through.
Cracking news from Humboldt Harbour
Humboldt Harbour in the Foot Safari welcomed three penguin chicks last month!
Experienced parents Leaf and Salsa welcomed two adorable chicks, named Siracha and Pesto. These little ones are now leaving their nest and learning about life amongst the colony.
Another bonded penguin pair, Tank and Arrow, welcomed their first chick, named Apache. Apache can often be spotted working on those important swimming skills in the specially designed aquatic habitat—though they sometimes do get a little stage fright!
The Newest Meerkat Star, Hari!
Over in Desert Springs, the meerkat mob is also growing, with newest addition - Hari. Although the youngest in the colony, Hari is proving to be small but mighty, according to her keepers. With a big personality and a fearless attitude, she is confidently taking food from other family members.
Despite this bold approach to food, you’ll always spot her next to her mum, following her like a shadow. Keep an eye out for her delightful antics on your next visit.
Wallaby Joeys on the Move!
The tiny wallaby joeys are growing up quickly and have left the safety of their mothers’ pouches to start exploring on their own.
Despite this newfound independence, the joeys won’t be fully weaned until they are around 12 months old.
When a joey is first born, they weigh less than 1g and will be about the size of a bean. Joeys are originally born hairless and blind but still developed enough to climb into the pouch where it will stay until it is about 5 months old, when they begin poking their head out.
Look out for these smaller members of the wallaby ‘mob’ in Australian Walkabout.