Length
Up to 2.1m
Nose to tail
We welcomed our first giant anteaters to Longleat in 2010, as part of a European Breeding Programme. In 2013, we celebrated a truly special moment when Maroni, one of our original anteaters, gave birth to a baby right in front of some very lucky visitors! It was a first for us, and a huge milestone for this vulnerable species.
As their name suggests, ants and other insects are the main food source of giant anteaters. They can scoop up more than 35,000 per day and graze huge distances each day to find them.
One in a lifetime up close opportunities with our giant anteaters
Put your shoes on, it’s time to meet furry, scaly and feathery friends on foot. From snoozing koalas to snapping crocodiles, see how many animals you can spot.
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