Frequently asked questions

Can I feed the animals?

Visitors are not allowed to feed the animals.

They are given breakfast, lunch and dinner and they will get sick if they eat too much.

Irregular feeding can be dangerous and even fatal.

It is important that visitors to the zoo obey this rule as many of our animals are under threat in their natural habitat.

Our animals

Belfast Zoo is home to over 1,000 animals and more than 150 different species.

The majority of our animals are in danger in their natural habitat.

About the zoo

Belfast Zoo opened in 1934 and is one of Northern Ireland's top attractions.

It receives more than 300,000 visitors a year.

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