This is no ‘laughing’ matter! Colchester Zoo is the only zoo in the UK where you can meet spotted hyenas.
You’ll meet these curious carnivores and hear about the important role they play out in the wild.
FACT! Did you know that during the final stages of an alpha female hyena’s pregnancy, she passes on high levels of different hormones to her pups, including Androgen, to help prepare them for life as a high-ranking hyena!
Other experiences in Keeper Shadowing
Armadillo Experience
Meet our Armadillo Meet a favourite amongst keepers and visitors alike, Gomez & Allie the hairy Armadillos! This unique...
Reindeer Experience
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Rainforest Experience
Rainforest Experience Venture in to our Rainforest environment where all the small forest dwellers live! You will have the...
Aardvark Experience
Join the Aardvarks in their burrow for an up close encounter. These nocturnal African animals may be snoozing, but...
Amur Tiger
Amur Tiger The largest of the big cat family will truly amaze you during this face to face encounter!...
Giant Tortoise Experience
Meet our Giant Tortoises Step back in time and meet these prehistoric giants. Meeting one of the largest reptile...
Giraffe Experience
Giraffe Come and meet our tallest residents at the zoo. These animals truly stand head and shoulders above the...
Lemur Experience
Lemurs This excitable bunch will make your encounter a ‘conspiracy’ to remember. The lemurs are always on the move,...
Lion Experience
One of the ‘Mane’ attractions at Colchester Zoo. Our African lions are truly majestic and will meet you with...
Mandrill Experience
Mandrill Monkey Come and meet our colourful ‘troop’ of mandrill monkeys. This group is full of mischief and will...