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Last chance to name the goats!

Entries for our latest naming competition must be in by 3pm on Friday 19th March.


Not just the bear necessities!

10 March 2010

Belfast Zoo has been very busy over the past few weeks completing ‘home improvements’ to a number of enclosures and animal houses.


Name our newest couple!

19 February 2010

Our latest competition gives you the chance to name our two new pygmy goats and win a once-in-a-lifetime prize.


Zoo website wins national award

16 February 2010

A national award for the Belfast Zoo website has captured the ring-tailed lemurs’ attention.


Our animals

Belfast Zoo is home to more than 1,200 animals and 140 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 295,000 visitors a year.

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