Animal talks
Find out when and where you can hear from our expert Zoo Rangers, as they share fascinating facts about the animals we care for here at the zoo. Our animal talk schedule changes regularly, so be sure to check this page before your visit so you can plan the talks you want to see. Don't miss a thing and download our app.
Daily schedule - Monday - Sunday
Please note: Talks from 5:10pm onwards do not apply on 3 and 10 August.
Explore the lives of our magnificent elephants at Chester Zoo. Discover how these intelligent, social animals communicate, care for one another, and thrive in their habitats.
How does a solitary animal find a mate? Why does the world's largest lizard spend their first few years of life in trees? Join us to find out more.
Dive into the fascinating world of giant otters with our engaging Zoo Ranger talk! Discover how these playful and highly social animals hunt, communicate, and work together as a family.
Some penguins build nests out of poo, and some balance eggs on their feet. Join us to better understand the world of penguins.
Join our Zoo Rangers to discover the fascinating world of the banteng – one of Southeast Asia’s most endangered wild cattle species. Learn about their unique adaptations, the threats they face in the wild, and how we're working with partners across Indonesia to help protect and restore banteng populations.
Discover the amazing world of the sun bear, the smallest bear species on Earth. Join us to learn more about these remarkable rainforest animals, known for their long tongues, distinctive golden chest markings and incredible climbing skills.
Join our Zoo Rangers to discover the anoa, one of the world’s rarest and most unique wild cattle species. Native to the forests of Sulawesi, Indonesia, these elusive animals are often known as the “dwarf buffalo” and play an important role in maintaining healthy forest ecosystems.
Join our Zoo Rangers to learn more about the babirusa’s unique adaptations, behaviour and the important role they play in their forest habitats.
Join Zoo Rangers to learn more about one of Africa’s Meerkats. Meerkats live in close-knit family groups, where everyone has a role to play – from standing guard and watching for predators to helping care for the youngest members of the mob. Discover how these clever mammals survive in the harsh conditions of the Kalahari Desert, using teamwork, communication and cooperation to thrive.
During this talk, you'll have the chance to learn more about the different species that call the aviary home, their natural habitats and the important roles they play in ecosystems around the world.
18+ only. Think you know your stuff ? Put your wildlife knowledge and more to the test in our adults-only quiz! Gather your team and join us for a fun-filled 30 minutes of trivia, laughs and a little friendly competition.
Join our Zoo Rangers to discover the world of the tallest land animal on Earth. Get a birds eye view of our giraffes and learn more about these gentle giants, from their incredible height and unique coat patterns to their surprisingly long tongues and impressive adaptations for life on the African savannah.
Join our team for a fascinating look into the world of black rhinos and discover how zookeepers help match these magnificent animals as part of vital conservation breeding programmes.
Join Zoo Rangers to learn more about one of Africa’s Meerkats. Meerkats live in close-knit family groups, where everyone has a role to play – from standing guard and watching for predators to helping care for the youngest members of the mob. Discover how these clever mammals survive in the harsh conditions of the Kalahari Desert, using teamwork, communication and cooperation to thrive.
BSL Tours and Talks
Join Jess, one of our British Sign Language (BSL) level 6 qualified Rangers for signed animal talks.
BSL tours and talks are given by Jess on the last Sunday of every month. They're free with zoo admission and there's no need to book.
Meet outside Monkeys at 12pm. Monkeys is number 06 in the Yellow Zone of our Chester Zoo map.
