Does Belfast have a zoo?

Your visit Belfast Zoo is open to the public. From cafés, car parking and changing places facilities to our zoovenir shop, find out more about the facilities at Belfast Zoo.

What age is a senior at Belfast Zoo?

60
Our Concession begins from the age of 60. over a year ago.

Do you have to book to go to Belfast Zoo?

Belfast Zoo is open to the public. Tickets must be booked in advance of your visit. Zoo members do not have to book in advance and can gain entry into the zoo when they arrive by bringing their membership ID card. Become a member today.

What animals have escaped from Belfast Zoo?

Rose and Zoid, the Lion-Tailed Macaques. In 2015, two Lion-Tailed Macaques escaped from the zoo.

  • White-nosed Coati. In 2010, a female white-nosed coati, a new introduction to Belfast zoo, escaped from the quarantine area in which she was being temporarily held.
  • Mojo the Colobus Monkey.
  • Phoebe the Chimpanzee.
  • Do you need to wear a mask at Belfast Zoo?

    The zoo has social distancing measures for staff in place, following Public Health Agency guidelines. The keepers are all wearing face masks and gloves as recommended by the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums, and additional hygiene measures have been put in place. Like us on Facebook.

    How long does it take to walk around Belfast Zoo?

    How long does it take to go around Belfast Zoo? You’ll want to allow around 2 hours to get around Belfast Zoo. The more time the better, but 2 hours will allow you to see the main attractions.

    How long would you spend in Belfast Zoo?

    about 2 and a half hours
    we got round the zoo at a steady pace in about 2 and a half hours, maybe if there was more animals it would have taken abit longer, All in all I wouldn’t return defiantly isn’t one of the better zoo’s I’ve been too, But hey least we’ve been and seen it for ourselves, Its been a pleasure as always leaving a ‘ wee ‘ …

    Has a polar bear ever escaped from Belfast Zoo?

    A polar bear really did go missing from Belfast Zoo in 1972. However, no polar bear escaped from the zoo in the nineties. His body was taken to a taxidermist, to be preserved but the vehicle carrying a dead polar bear sparked a huge panic that a polar bear had escaped from the zoo.

    Is there polar bears in Belfast Zoo?

    The zoo has not homed polar bears for several years, however Andean bears found be found in this habitat. Red pandas are primarily nocturnal animals so are not as active during the day, however they were moved to a new habitat earlier this year which provides improved viewing areas for visitors.

    How long does it take to go around Belfast Zoo?

    around 2 hours
    How long does it take to go around Belfast Zoo? You’ll want to allow around 2 hours to get around Belfast Zoo. The more time the better, but 2 hours will allow you to see the main attractions.

    Is Dublin Zoo open Covid?

    We are delighted to announce that following the recent announcement from Taoiseach Micheál Martin, Dublin Zoo will be open to the public from the 26th of April 2021 in a reduced capacity and under strict health and safety protocols. We look forward to welcoming you back to Dublin Zoo! …

    How many animals are in the Belfast Zoo?

    Located in north Belfast, the zoo’s 55-acre (22 ha) site is home to more than 1,200 animals and 140 species. The majority of the animals in Belfast Zoo are in danger in their natural habitat.

    Is the Belfast Zoo a member of the Waza?

    The zoo is a member of the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA), the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA), and the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA). The story of Belfast Zoo begins with the city’s public transport system.

    Where are the giraffes at the Belfast Zoo?

    Giraffes at Belfast Zoo Date opened 28 March 1934 Location Belfast, Northern Ireland Coordinates 54°39′22″N 5°56′31″W  /  54.656°N 5.94 Land area 55 acres (22 ha)

    Is the ability cafe open at Belfast Zoo?

    Ability Café is getting ready to reopen at the Lion’s Den. Belfast Zoo welcomes six Madagascar tree boas It has been a busy time recently in the Reptile House with newborn boas and iguanas. A Rothschild’s giraffe is born at Belfast Zoo