Shaldon Wildlife Trust

Our work at Shaldon Wildlife Trust is vital to the long-term survival of many animals which are at risk of extinction in their natural habitat.

The animals here benefit from a very high standard of care.  From the design of exhibits to nutrition and veterinary support, we are able to maintain a diverse collection of healthy animals txhat, through the specialist care of our dedicated staff and volunteers, contribute to the long-term survival of species through regular breeding.

None of our animals have been taken from the wild; the majority were born in our zoo or come from other collections taking part in specific breeding programmes to ensure their survival.

Junior keeper for the day

For those aged 8-15 with an accompanying adult.  Get to have a day with a difference, helping keepers in their daily tasks! Starting in the morning with feeding some of our leaping Lemurs and mischievous Meerkats, you will then get to meet the reptiles in our education room before their lunch. After lunch you will be helping with the enrichment for our mini monkeys.... bugs and grubs are their favourite so get ready to squirm!

All Junior Keepers will receive a certificate and cuddly toy.

Meet the Meerkats

Visit "Meerkat Mountain" the home of our family group of these inquisitive and mischievous animals. They eat a wide variety of foods so prepare yourself for giving them live insects, meat, eggs or even a healthy salad!

Also hear about the work that Shaldon Wildlife Trust supports in Vietnam helping to save some of the world's most endangered small carnivores. Bring a camera as these guys never fail to show off for a photo shoot!

Lemur Liaison

Come and meet our group of Ring-tailed lemurs. Ricky and the girls are always pleased to meet new people, especially if you give them a treat!

You will have the chance to give them their feed and learn about the conservation efforts in Madagascar that Shaldon Wildlife Trust are proud to support. Bring your camera, this is a fantastic chance to get a great snap of these amazing creatures who are always willing to strike a pose!