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We are home to two giant anteaters here at the zoo - Zeferino, who was born here in November 2019, and Gizmo who arrived in 2023 from Dudley Zoo.
Wild populations of giant anteaters are in decline due to habitat loss, hunting and the burning of sugar cane in their native Brazil. Here at RZSS, our giant anteaters are part of the European Endangered Species Programme (EEP) which ensures a healthy and genetically diverse population. As part of our work with Wild Animal Conservation Institute (ICAS), we are supporting Dr Arnaud Desbiez and his team to research the effect road traffic has on populations of giant anteater, with the ultimate goal of making roads safe for both people and animals.
Like all the animals in our care Zeferino and Gizmo are amazing ambassadors for their relatives in the wild and help hundreds of thousands of people connect with nature every year. They encourage visitors to learn about the threats facing wildlife and the action they can take to help create a world where nature is protected, valued and loved.
As a wildlife conservation charity, we care for the animals here at the zoo and work to protect species at risk around the world. From providing expertise in genetics and veterinary health, to protecting wild places with local conservation partners, and even restoring threatened species to the wild, we are active where we are needed most.
Find out more about how we are working with ICAS to save giant anteaters in Brazil
Become an RZSS member and receive a whole host of benefits while helping to care for animals around the world.
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