The Zoo (Ireland)
Specials
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Home to over 600 animals, Dublin Zoo has almost one million visitors a year flocking to its gates for the chance to see some of the world's most beautiful and fascinating creatures.
For this passionate animal care team it takes hard work and dedication to look after some of the world's most endangered animals, but what the job lacks in glamour it certainly makes up for in excitement and drama. From the unenviable task of getting a snapping Nile crocodile to hold still for his check-up to the excitement of a baby rhino being born, no two days are ever the same.
This is the first camera crew to have been allowed such unique and exclusive access in Dublin Zoo's 180 year history and this engrossing series from Moondance Productions for RTÉ will show the public a side of the Zoo that visitors have never experienced before, enabling them to share in all the highs and lows of life in Dublin Zoo.
Over the course of the series a huge cast of captivating animals are featured, from the tiniest pygmy marmosets (and their even tinier babies) to the hulking frame of the white rhinoceros and everything in between, including flamingos, gorillas, turtles, wolves, giraffes, tapirs, penguins, crocodiles, tigers and snow leopards amongst many others.
Viewers will also have an opportunity to see first-hand how the work of Dublin Zoo forms part of a wider global involvement to conserve and protect the animals of the world, as the cameras follow the work of the zookeepers outside Dublin Zoo, from conservation project on the rocky beaches of Louth to zoos in England and France.
For adults and children alike, 'The Zoo' will provide a unique insight into the functioning of a world class zoo.
For this passionate animal care team it takes hard work and dedication to look after some of the world's most endangered animals, but what the job lacks in glamour it certainly makes up for in excitement and drama. From the unenviable task of getting a snapping Nile crocodile to hold still for his check-up to the excitement of a baby rhino being born, no two days are ever the same.
This is the first camera crew to have been allowed such unique and exclusive access in Dublin Zoo's 180 year history and this engrossing series from Moondance Productions for RTÉ will show the public a side of the Zoo that visitors have never experienced before, enabling them to share in all the highs and lows of life in Dublin Zoo.
Over the course of the series a huge cast of captivating animals are featured, from the tiniest pygmy marmosets (and their even tinier babies) to the hulking frame of the white rhinoceros and everything in between, including flamingos, gorillas, turtles, wolves, giraffes, tapirs, penguins, crocodiles, tigers and snow leopards amongst many others.
Viewers will also have an opportunity to see first-hand how the work of Dublin Zoo forms part of a wider global involvement to conserve and protect the animals of the world, as the cameras follow the work of the zookeepers outside Dublin Zoo, from conservation project on the rocky beaches of Louth to zoos in England and France.
For adults and children alike, 'The Zoo' will provide a unique insight into the functioning of a world class zoo.
Where to Watch Specials
3 Episodes
- Christmas SpecialE1
Christmas SpecialChristmas is coming and the thick blanket of snow and ice has turned Dublin Zoo into a winter wonderland. But with temperatures dropping to a record low the zookeepers are getting to grips with the most severe winter of a generation. It's a race against time as the zookeepers battle the elements to keeps over 600 exotic animals warm, safe and protected from the worsening conditions. There's also plenty of Christmas fun in this exciting hour long special episode featuring all of your favourite animals and keepers and a whole lot more. - Christmas SpecialE2
Christmas SpecialIt’s Christmas at The Zoo, and narrator Tom Dunne is getting his skates on to join the zookeepers for a well earned day out at the ice-rink after another busy year taking care of the animals at Dublin Zoo. Dublin Zoo experienced something of a baby boom this year, with a whole host of new arrivals, from Saki monkeys and hornbills to clumsy rhino calves and wide eyed red ruff lemur pups. We’ll be looking back at all of the best stories from the year and finding out what’s been happening with your favourite animals ever since, and getting a sneak peek at some of the latest arrivals at Dublin Zoo, including two adorable lion cub cousins and a playful gang who have been making a big impact ever since they arrived, Dublin Zoo’s very own family of three baby elephants. In this special hour long festive episode he’ll be listening to their personal highlights from the year gone by, finding out how all the animals have been getting on since you last saw them, and as always, there will be a plenty of Christmas fun and a few surprises in store for you too.