Breeding

Exmoor

Wild Exmoor Ponies Rounded Up in a Time-Honored Tradition

Every autumn, the dramatic roundup of Exmoor ponies takes place on the moorlands, a captivating tradition that preserves one of Britain’s rarest native breeds. Although commonly believed to be wild, every Exmoor pony is …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Longleat

Longleat Mourns Beloved Red Panda Lionel

Longleat has announced with great sadness the passing of Lionel, one of their cherished red pandas and a firm favourite among visitors. At just eight years old, Lionel’s loss is deeply felt by the Longleat family and all who …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Longleat

Hippos Return to Longleat with a Luxurious New Home

This summer, Longleat Safari Park is making waves by welcoming hippos back for the first time in over 40 years. The park’s brand-new, luxurious ‘Hippodrome’ – a specially designed habitat – is ready to host its newest …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read

Eagles

Reintroduction of White-tailed Eagles in Exmoor National Park

Exmoor National Park is poised to release additional white-tailed eagles as part of continuous conservation initiatives for the species. The Roy Dennis Wildlife Foundation and Forestry England have been reintroducing these …

By Tommy Wathen · · 2 min read