Come and meet the Komodo Dragons of Chester Zoo. Get close to the largest lizard on the planet and learn about their deadly venom!
Young dragons spend a lot of time in trees away from potential danger.
The ploughshare tortoise is the largest and rarest of Madagascar’s four remaining tortoise species. These remarkable creatures are uniquely adapted to the dry forests of western Madagascar, where their distinctive, patterned shells make them highly sought after in the illegal wildlife trade.
LIFE SPAN Around 40 – 50 years ZOO LOCATION Dragons in danger The ploughshare
Meet the meerkats of Chester Zoo. You will always be able to spot at least one of these incredibly social animals in their habitat.
If the meerkat on guard spots danger, it barks loudly or whistles in one of six different
grasslands of Africa, specifically the Senegal to Chad region, the cranes are in danger
awareness and hopefully highlight to the world that this species is in serious danger
different sounds; it’s important to stay focused as you sail past tribal lands and danger
The Philippine spotted deer at Chester Zoo is the most threatened deer species in the world. Read what we’re doing to help protect them.
scan for sounds in their surroundings, allowing them to stay alert for potential danger
How do Komodo dragons reproduce? Why are flamingos pink? Led by one of our Chester Zoo experts, students will take a walking tour of some of the habitats we’ve recreated. The best way to find out fun and interesting information about the animals that live there.
outdoor workshop may feature a visit to the following animal habitats: Dragons in Danger
Dwarf mongoose may the smallest of all African carnivores, but they are mighty! Meet them here at Chester Zoo.
The hornbills warn them of approaching danger, and the hornbills catch the flying
Chester Zoo is home to Black-faced spider monkeys. Learn how they live life in the trees in large social groups.
Spider monkeys communicate through loud, whooping calls to warn each other of danger
