Our animal talks

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Daily talks at London Zoo

Get closer to nature and learn more about animals from across the world.  Our daily animal talks share the latest understanding of endangered species, their habitats, and how we can protect them.

These talks are subject to change, please check our ‘What’s On’ boards when you arrive for accurate timings and additional pop-up talks throughout the day. 

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Daily events

Northern white-cheeked gibbon at London Zoo
10:45 am - Tiger Territory

Gibbon Talk

See our gibbons swing through the trees and enjoy a spot of breakfast as we give you all the fun facts on these amazing apes.

Sumatran tiger at London Zoo in the water close up shot
11:00 am - Tiger Territory

Tiger Talk

Prowl through tiger territory to discover more about these powerful predators.

Capybara
11:30 am - Capybaras

Capybara Talk

Learn about how the world's largest rodents are perfectly adapted for life above and below the water.

An owl during Super Species Live at London Zoo
11:30 am - Display Lawn (every day, weather dependent)

Super Species Live - flying birds demonstration

Get up close and personal with astonishing species from around the world and find out how their natural behaviours help them thrive in the wild. (Please note this is weather dependent).

two otters facing the camera
12:00 pm - Otters & Dwarf Mongoose

Otter and Dwarf Mongoose Talk

Sociable, intelligent, cute and fierce, learn about our otters' favourite snacks and how dwarf mongooses are small but deadly.

An owl during Super Species Live at London Zoo
2:00 pm - Display Lawn (weekends only, weather dependent)

Super Species Live - flying birds demonstration

Get up close and personal with astonishing species from around the world and find out how their natural behaviours help them thrive in the wild. (Please note this is weather dependent).

Lioness Arya at London Zoo
2:30 pm - Land of the Lions

Lion Talk

Meet our pride of Asiatic lions and learn about how we're helping to protect them in their last remaining wild stronghold.

Babirusa male with tusks
3:00 pm - The Cassons (opposite camels)

Babirusa Talk

Learn more about these adorably wrinkly hogs dubbed "the world's ugliest pigs".

Ring tailed lemur in Madagascar
3:30 pm - In With The Lemurs

Lemur Talk

Join our cheeky troop of lemurs for an afternoon snack whilst learning more about these unique primates.

penguin swimming at London Zoo
4:30 pm - Penguin Beach

Penguin Talk

How deep can a penguin dive? Why are penguins black and white? Find out as our penguins enjoy a fishy snack!

Animals at London Zoo

Discover thousands of amazing animals at London Zoo, from tiny leafcutter ants to our giant silverback gorilla.