Discovery Missions

2 missions to try

• Easy

  Primate

  15 minutes

  Young Explorers

  Primate detective

  Discover how primates use their hands, voices and tails.

  • 1Visit every primate enclosure you can find.
  • 2Spot three different ways the primates use their hands.
  • 3Listen for a call and copy the rhythm back.
  • 4Find one primate listed as Endangered or Critically Endangered.
  0 of 4 tasks doneFinish the steps while you explore the zoo.Suitable for: Families
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• Easy

  Big Cats

  15 minutes

  Young Explorers

  Meet the Big Cats

  Take a closer look at the big cats and work out what makes each one suited to its home.

  Goal: Understand how different wild cats are adapted to their environments.

  1. 1. Which cat is specialised for high-speed pursuit over open ground?

     CheetahSnow leopardMargay

  2. 2. Which species is especially adapted to life in cold, rugged mountain habitats?

     Snow leopardGiraffeRing-tailed lemur

  3. 3. Why should conservation information include a source and assessment date?

     Conservation assessments can changeAll animals have the same statusSources are unnecessary
  0 of 3 questions answeredAnswer all three questions and read the explanation for each one.Suitable for: Families and children aged 6 and over

  Helpful reading

  CheetahSnow LeopardMargay

  Sources

  • Cheetahs are built for rapid acceleration and high-speed pursuit (checked 2026-10-26)
  • Snow leopards have adaptations for cold mountain habitat, including thick fur and a long tail (checked 2026-10-26)
  • IUCN Red List assessments are updated over time, so the assessment date matters (checked 2026-10-26)
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