From frozen fruit to ice blocks filled with tasty surprises, the residents of Wild Discovery Zoo in Ribby Hall Village have been finding plenty of ways to stay cool as temperatures rise.
Keepers have been introducing chilled treats and playful enrichment to help the animals cope with the hot weather, - offering visitors the chance to see every species enjoying their icy snacks and taking it easy in the shade.
Here are 21 adorable pictures of animals cooling down at Wild Discovery zoo at Ribby Hall.
7. Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village
Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village cool down with ice treats during the current heatwave. Otters. | National World
8. Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village
Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village cool down with ice treats during the current heatwave. Otters. | National World
9. Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village
Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village cool down with ice treats during the current heatwave. Otters. | National World
10. Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village
Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village cool down with ice treats during the current heatwave. Binturongs. | National World
11. Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village
Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village cool down with ice treats during the current heatwave. Binturongs. | National World
12. Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village
Animals at Wild Discovery at Ribby Hall Village cool down with ice treats during the current heatwave. Binturongs. | National World