Join us on Friday 4th April as we celebrate World Civet Day, shining a spotlight on these incredible but rarely seen animals. Through fun activities there’s plenty to discover about civets and the vital conservation work being done to protect them.
Activities (Included with Zoo admission)
The Barn | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Explore the world of civets with hands-on activities, videos, and talks:
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- Exclusive footage of our Owston’s palm civets, including current pair Co Gai and Nhut Nhat
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- Documentary clips from Civet Coffee: From Rare to Reckless
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- Talks from our team on Newquay Zoo’s pioneering civet research and conservation efforts
Civet Ranger Talk | 3:30 PM (at the civet enclosure)
Learn all about these elusive nocturnal animals and how Newquay Zoo is working to protect them. While our civets are unlikely to make an appearance (they’ll be snoozing!), this is a unique chance to hear about their fascinating lives and the breeding success we have has in the past.
