Jersey Zoo
Museum Conservation-focused zoo founded by Gerald Durrell.
A conservation-focused zoological park on Jersey, founded by Gerald Durrell and run by the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. Visitors come for endangered-species exhibits, captive-breeding programs and conservation education.
Jersey Zoo, founded by naturalist Gerald Durrell in 1959, is a conservation-focused zoological park on the island of Jersey in the Channel Islands that concentrates on breeding and protecting threatened species.
The site combines animal enclosures with botanical planting and runs international conservation programmes through the Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. Visitor facilities include interpretive displays about species recovery work and efforts to reintroduce animals to the wild.
The zoo occupies parkland and manor grounds on Jersey and is a principal conservation attraction on the island.
- Founding and mission: Founded in 1959 by naturalist Gerald Durrell, the zoo operates as a conservation-focused institution and is the base for global breeding and reintroduction programmes.
- Visitor note: Advance booking and checking seasonal opening times is recommended, as animal viewing and enclosures vary by season and maintenance schedules.
What to See #
- Gardens and enclosures: Botanical gardens and enclosures laid out around the manor grounds that support captive-breeding programmes for endangered species.
How to Get to Jersey Zoo #
Jersey Zoo is on the island of Jersey and is accessible by car or local bus services from St Helier and other main towns. Jersey has regular ferry services from the UK and France and flights to UK regional airports.
Tips for Visiting Jersey Zoo #
- Arrive early-keepers often bring animals out for feeding and enrichment, which is the best time to see active behaviour.
- Check the daily schedule for talks and feeding demonstrations; these are often the most informative parts of a visit.
- Buy tickets online in advance during summer school holidays to avoid queues.
Best Time to Visit Jersey Zoo #
Spring and summer for active animal programs and full visitor services; book ahead during school holidays.
Weather & Climate near Jersey Zoo #
Jersey Zoo's climate is classified as Oceanic - Oceanic climate with mild summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in February). Temperatures range from 4°C to 20°C. Moderate rainfall (872 mm/year).
January
January is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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February
February is the coolest month with highs of 8°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (79 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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March
March is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (74 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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April
April is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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May
May is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (53 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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June
June is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (49 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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July
July is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (39 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (47 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm), partly cloudy skies, and breezy conditions.
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October
October is cool with highs of 15°C and lows of 10°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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November
November is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 7°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (110 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
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December
December is cold with highs of 10°C and lows of 6°C. Significant rainfall (106 mm), mostly overcast skies, and breezy conditions.
