NEW SSSSSPECIES AT FOLLY FARM
The arrival of two Royal Pythons brings a new species of reptile to
Folly Farm and a whole new interactive experience
Photo: Ellie Bartlett, Folly Interactive's Senior Keeper, with Royal Python's Monty and Mufasa
27 October 2010, Folly Farm, Kilgetty,
Pembrokeshire: The arrival of two Royal Pythons for
the Folly Interactive zone has created a real buzz of excitement
amongst staff at the popular attraction near Tenby. The
purpose of the snake's inclusion in the Pets' Centre, which this
Winter will see its transformation to Folly Interactive complete,
is to create a close encounter for visitors who may already be
reptile fans or who may need a bit of encouragement to get hands on
with these cold-blooded creatures. Just in time to be
included in the attraction's special Creepy Encounters event for
Halloween Half Term, Monty and Mufasa, will join Folly Farm's
stunning collection of owls, spiders and giant land snails for an
interactive experience not to be missed.
Tim Morphew, Zoo Manager at Folly Farm, enthused; "For those
visitors who love snakes our new arrivals are going to be a real
hit and for those who are a little nervous our creepy encounters
are the perfect vehicle to de-mystify some of the pre-conceptions
about these reptiles.
"Contrary to popular belief snakes are not cold, wet, slimy or
scary and I'm hoping these close encounters will go some way to
convincing our visitors of how wonderful these creatures
are!"
Monty (Python!) was donated to Folly Farm by a member of the public
no longer able to provide a home for him and luckily the offer came
at a time when Folly Farm was looking to source a Royal
Python. Monty's tale ended up a happy one but serves as a
cautionary reminder that owning exotic pets is a huge commitment
and they take a considerable amount of looking after.
Tim warned; "Your local zoo will not always be in a position to
step in and provide a home for unwanted pets so please think
seriously about the level of commitment and care required before
buying an exotic pet."
www.theroyalpython.co.uk
is a useful website with information about owning and caring for a
Royal Python.
The Folly Farm Pets' Centre is undergoing an extensive makeover
this Winter and will launch next Spring as Folly Interactive,
providing visitors with an interactive and educational animal-based
sensory experience.
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For press enquiries please contact;
Zoe Wright
PR and Marketing Manager
Tel: 01834 815032
Email: zoe@folly-farm.co.uk
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