HISTORICAL FACTS: Edinburgh zoo org - Caught on Camera

Edinburgh Zoo welcomes birth of two endangered lion cubs for first time in years

Bindee and her offspring are currently being kept away from public view

The Independent UK · Oct 22

Endangered lion cubs born at Edinburgh Zoo for first time in seven years

The two Asiatic lions were born earlier this month.

Evening Standard · Oct 22

Edinburgh Zoo chief defends zoos as Yorkshire tiger attack sparks debate

A fatal tiger attack at Yorkshire Wildlife Park has reignited debate over zoos, with campaigners and Edinburgh Zoo's chief offering opposing views

The National (Scotland) · Oct 12

'Adorable' endangered pygmy hippo born at Scottish zoo

An 'adorable' pygmy hippo calf has been born at a Scottish zoo

The National (Scotland) · Aug 3

Scotland’s first-ever baby sloth named in honour of David Attenborough

The baby sloth - named Atty - was born on May 11 at Edinburgh Zoo

The Independent UK · May 12

First sloth born in Scotland – and he’s been named after David Attenborough

Baby Atty was born on May 11 at Edinburgh Zoo.

Evening Standard · May 12

London aquarium says ‘no change is not an option’ for indoor penguins

The aquarium first introduced 10 gentoo penguins from Edinburgh Zoo in May 2011

The Independent UK · Mar 16

How to get free entry to some of the UK’s best attractions as part of the National Lottery Open Week

Venues across the country, from HMS Belfast to Edinburgh Zoo, will offer discounts this March

The Independent UK · Feb 6

From breeding tiger cubs to training pigeons for movies, meet the women enjoying fulfilling careers with animals

They say never work with animals – having furry, feathered colleagues can be unpredictable but also amazing, as these 4 women tell us

Woman & Home · Jan 16

Zoo’s penguin parade axed due to bird flu fears

Edinburgh Zoo bosses made the decision to cancel the Wee Waddle in the interest of protecting the animals.

The Independent UK · Dec 31, 2025