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Sun Bears and Jaguars are coming to Hertfordshire
The Hertfordshire zoo has announced today the highly anticipated news that their new animal habitats Sun Bear Heights and Jaguar Jungle will be opening on the 1st of April 2023!
Coinciding with Paradise Wildlife Park’s 39th anniversary and their last year prior to rebranding to Hertfordshire Zoo in April 2024, these habitats mark a momentous turning point in the zoo's history. These builds, like many in the country, have seen delays due to the COVID-19 pandemic as well as Brexit. A spokesperson for the zoo stated: "We would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all our supporters, members and visitors' patience and understanding during these project builds. The wait is officially over and we are very excited to introduce you all to new and returning species to the zoo.’
Paradise Wildlife Park has stated that these will be UK-first habitats, with Sun Bear Heights being a mix of new species for the park of sun bears, binturongs and Asian short-clawed otters, as well as Jaguar Jungle allowing visitors to view the incredible species not only lounging near a waterfall but also in the treetops.
Since these builds began Paradise Wildlife Park’s resident jaguars have been on holiday at their sister site The Big Cat Sanctuary. The spokesperson for the zoo stated: ‘Whilst we are very excited to introduce new species to the park we are always equally excited to welcome back Kumal and Kedera, we know the public love them just as much as we do and we cannot wait to show everyone their new home.’ So get ready to be immersed in the cultural and natural environments of Southeast Asia and the Pantanal of South America as the county of Hertfordshire welcomes some new residents. Keep an eye out for exciting updates on the zoos socials and website as sun bears and jaguars arrive April the 1st.