This playful Gorilla made snowballs for a treat in Belfast Zoo's winter wonderland
By Gemma Murray
Published 16th Jan 2024, 09:10 BST
Updated 17th Jan 2024, 11:01 BST
The animals of Belfast Zoo woke to a winter wonderland this morning – and while many of the resident animals preferred to stay tucked up in their heated houses, some decided to have some fun in the elements.
Species such as the penguins and red pandas naturally thrive in such conditions.
But others surprised their keepers with their willingness on getting out into the snow, such as the gorillas who took breakfast outside with silverback Gugas making snowballs for a treat.
Emilia the Southern Pudu, which is a species native to the rainforests of Argentina and Chile, was less than keen on moving far from her heated house. Photo: belfast zoo
Chilean Flamingos can naturally be found at high altitudes where temperatures can drop below freezing. Standing on one leg preserves body heat. Photo: belfast zoo
Red Panda Cub Flint (right) who was born in June of 2023, was especially brave today when experiencing his very first snow. He and mum Vixen wasted no time munching on their bamboo breakfast. Photo: belfast zoo