Going out tonight? If you pass through Dudley town centre do take time to look up at the Castle and see the amazing rainbow of light washing the 11th century landmark. The feature has been created by Surrey-based company, Philips Lighting Solutions Group and will run across a handful of town properties until Monday, November 28.
Panto stars Linda Lusardi and Sam Kane took a break from rehearsals yesterday to say hello to their favourite animals at DZG. The husband and wife team, who are appearing in Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at The Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton, wanted to say thank you to DZG for sponsoring the show’s dress rehearsal. … Continue reading Linda and Sam drop in
Brazilian tapir, Ronnie, is celebrating his second birthday today and keepers are making sure he has all his favourite treats. The youngster will be tucking into a special cake made by ungulates staff from tiger bread with carrot candles which keepers are hoping the birthday boy will share with dad, Chico, mum, Meena, and little … Continue reading Happy birthday, Ronnie!
A male African spurred tortoise has been donated to DZG and he’s a fast mover! Assistant Curator, Richard Brown, said: “He’s been following staff around, and he can really motor, he’s 60 cms long and could pretty much double his size as he matures.” The tortoise, who has been named Timmy, is set to join fellow tortoises in … Continue reading Speedy tortoise joins DZG
Training went so well yesterday with keepers that Santa stepped in early this morning to make sure the reindeer know exactly which route he will be taking on Christmas Eve when he leaves Dudley Castle on his long journey to deliver goodies to lucky girls and boys. But YOU don’t have to wait that long … Continue reading Santa takes over!
Countdown to Christmas started this weekend with halter training for Santa’s reindeer. Keepers Jo Turner and Laura Robbins took a couple of their favourite reindeer into the castle courtyard to say hello to visitors and to familiarise them with Santa’s route in preparation for Christmas Eve! CAPTION: Jo (front) and Laura with reindeer in the castle … Continue reading Countdown to Xmas for reindeer
Dudley Zoo’s Chief Executive, Peter Suddock, opted for Young Apprentice tactics when two staff meetings were disrupted by an inquisitive guinea fowl. The fowl followed keepers into the board room and became louder as the meeting progressed. Eventually her shrieks drowned out Mr Suddock and she was shown the door. Mr Suddock said:?”The fowl is … Continue reading You’re fired! Noisy fowl asked to leave
They may be small but Snow White’s Seven Dwarfs made a HUGE impact when they called on site to say hello to staff. The dwarfs are appearing in panto at The Grand Theatre, Wolverhampton and wanted to say thank you to DZG for sponsoring the dress rehearsal on December 9. Head of Media and Communications, Jill … Continue reading Seven Dwarfs say hello
What a treat I’m male porcupine, Prickles, and I’m really enjoying this maize brought in by keeper, Kirsty Thornton. I’ve just moved to another enclosure and everything’s rather new at the moment, so a nice bit of corn on the cob goes down really well. I’ve got a splendid ‘des-res’ designed by keepers and my … Continue reading Porcupine treats
How cosy is this! The capybara family snuggle up to Brazilian tapir Chico in the South American paddocks internal enclosure. Capybaras mum Peanut, dad Pumpkin and five-month old Pecan – are among the worlds largest rodents.
