Zookeepers at Drusillas Park in East Sussex have been pulling out all the stops to keep their animals cool during these warmer temperatures. Staff at the wildlife park in Alfriston said they are kept busy trying to make sure all their animals have enought shade, water and... Ice lollies! The roasting residents of Squirrel Monkey Island feasted on icy layered concoctions, made out of fresh vegetables and herbs.
Zookeepers at Drusillas Park in East Sussex have been pulling out all the stops to keep their animals cool during these warmer temperatures.
Staff at the wildlife park in Alfriston said they are kept busy trying to make sure all their animals have enought shade, water and... Ice lollies!
The roasting residents of Squirrel Monkey Island feasted on icy layered concoctions, made out of fresh vegetables and herbs.
Head Keeper, Sophie Leadbitter, said:
"Animals do not perspire in the same way as humans do, so we use the ice blocks to keep them comfortable in the heat.
"Ultimately, they are after the rewards hidden within, but their mouths and paws are also cooled during the process.”
"We are keeping a close eye on all of our animals to make sure they are alright in the lovely warm weather."
Elsewhere in the zoo, the Madagascan lemurs have been loving the heat and can be seen
lazing around with their legs and arms outstretched to make the most of the rays.
The flamingos can also be seen keeping cool in their pond and taking turns to freshen up in the waterfall.
Sophie added:
"These are not the hottest temperatures we’ve seen in the UK, but it’s still hot
enough to burn or get heat stroke, so it’s important to take good care of animals and make sure they are being protected from the heat.“If you have a pet, the best thing you can do for them is keep them cool!
"Lots of water, lots of shade and of course if it’s too hot for you to touch the pavement – it’s too hot to take an animal for a walk.”
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