Reptile House Reborn as The Tropical Trail for Summer season at Welsh Mountain Zoo

The doors of the much-loved Reptile House at the Welsh Mountain Zoo have been re-opened for summer.

The Reptile House has been a key feature at the Zoo for many years, and whilst the site has remained closed for some time, The Tropical Trail installation will offer guests the chance to get up close and personal with some of the rarest and most endangered species in the world.

Amongst the amphibian and reptilian residents is the Critically Endangered Golden Poison Dart Frog, a tiny but deadly creature that borrows their poisons from ants; carrying a poison potent enough to kill 10 people! The Golden Eyed Stick Insect, also Critically Endangered, will make the space its home, as will the California Kingsnake, the Socotra Island Baboon Spider and the Burmese Python, amongst many more.

New sensory displays will invite guests to immerse themselves in a tropical environment, with The Tropical Trail installation engaging younger guests by encouraging exploration of the Reptile House with a hide and seek trail. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to become a jungle explorer at the Zoo’s interactive photo opportunity!

Chris Mitchell, Chief Executive Officer of the Welsh Mountain Zoo commented: “We’re incredibly excited to see the return of our Reptile House with The Tropical Trail installation.

 “We’d encourage enthusiasts of reptiles and amphibians alike to come and experience The Tropical Trail and the animals within, who are each unique and fascinating in their character and make up.  From the Three Eyed Iguana to the Burmese Python, we are truly delighted to share an insight into these rare and beautiful animals whilst delivering an experience that our guests won’t soon forget!”

Chris continued “By delivering a memorable experience we look to highlight how each animal is faced with its own set of threats and challenges in the wild, with our work to support the wider conservation effort, as ever, remaining our overarching priority.”

For more information visit the Welsh Mountain Zoo’s website at https://www.welshmountainzoo.org/animals/reptiles