Blackpool Zoo steps up cooling measures as temperatures soar
Blackpool Zoo animals are beating the heat in style as keepers roll out a range of clever cooling enrichment activities during one of the hottest Junes on record.
As Britain endures one of its hottest Junes on record, keepers at Blackpool Zoo are helping animals stay cool with a range of enrichment activities designed to beat the heat.
Sea lions have been making the most of their pool and enjoying sprats frozen into giant ice blocks, while lemurs are treated to fruity ice lollies.
Kawan the Bornean orangutan has been taking advantage of a refreshing sprinkler shower, while giant anteaters have been wallowing in wet mud baths and tapirs can be seen bobbing around in their own pools.
Keeper teams carefully monitor all species during periods of hot weather and adapt daily routines where necessary.
Frozen treats, sprinklers, shaded areas and mud baths are all used to help animals remain comfortable during heatwaves, ensuring their welfare is prioritised as temperatures soar.
This approach to seasonal enrichment is part of the zoo’s wider commitment to animal welfare and behavioural wellbeing, ensuring each species can express natural behaviours even during extreme weather conditions.
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In addition to cooling measures, keepers adjust feeding times and provide additional shaded retreat areas so animals can regulate their temperature comfortably throughout the day.
Visitors to Blackpool Zoo over the coming weeks may also spot staff delivering these enrichment sessions across a range of enclosures, offering a glimpse of how the zoo responds to changing seasonal conditions.
Blackpool Zoo continues to encourage visitors to enjoy its collection while supporting conservation and welfare work behind the scenes.