As regular CFZ-watchers will know, for some time Corinna has been doing a column for Animals & Men and a regular segment on On The Track... particularly about out-of-place birds and rare vagrants. There seem to be more and more bird stories from all over the world hitting the news these days so, to make room for them all - and to give them all equal and worthy coverage - she has set up this new blog to cover all things feathery and Fortean.

Monday 8 April 2013

Marwell Wildlife opens new attraction


3:00pm Monday 1st April 2013 in News

MARWELL Zoo has unveiled a new attraction that promises to allow visitors to get closer than ever to the action.

The new walkthrough aviary opened on March 27, giving guests a chance to see exotic and endangered birds such as Waldropp Ibis, Crowned Plovers, Little Egrets, Madagascar Teal, Violet Turaco and Von Der Decken’s Hornbill.

Von Der Decken’s Hornbill - male

Marwell hopes the new feature will serve as an education resource for young children whilst acting as an “immersive entrance to Encounter Village”.

Ross Brown, a manager at the zoo, said: “Our new walkthrough aviary provides an excellent habitat for a wide range of birds, some of which are classified as endangered and are difficult to see in the wild. It’s a great way to engage, inspire and educate the next generation about the world of flight.

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