GORILLA GOES OUT ON A LIMB IN ACORN HUNT

Alf the gorilla enjoys an acorn on a branch at  Longleat Safari& Adventure Park PIC Ian TurnerFeaturing more than a dozen mature trees in an extensive outdoor grassed area, the spacious gorilla enclosure overlooks Longleat’s Half Mile Lake and utilises natural boundaries wherever possible without the barriers of bars or glass. In addition to the existing trees, keepers have installed a selection of outdoor climbing logs and frames. The gorillas also share a large indoor shelter with a communal area featuring ropes, swings and climbing apparatus. Full Story: Read More

Make the most of that pumpkin

SWP Halloween 2 CREDIT WRAPFright fans keen to green their Halloween are being urged not to waste the food goodness of this month’s scary pumpkin displays. Easy recipes to turn pumpkin flesh and seeds into tasty treats are among lots of simple advice about wasting less food from Somerset’s Green Routine waste prevention campaign. Full Story: Read More