Zoos Collection (#9)

Keepers oiling the skin of young male African Elephant Kiberenge, London Zoo
2921581 Keepers oiling the skin of young male African Elephant Kiberenge, London Zoo, July 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

Children and their father at the zoo (colour litho)
3094538 Children and their father at the zoo (colour litho) by Browne, Tom (1872-1910); Private Collection; (add.info.: Children and their father at the zoo)

Chimp wearing a jacket (b / w photo)
3093820 Chimp wearing a jacket (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Chimp wearing a jacket. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

A Bush Dog at London Zoo, June 1925 (b / w photo)
3083363 A Bush Dog at London Zoo, June 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Young female African Pygmy Elephant Oojah being given a treat, London Zoo
3083358 Young female African Pygmy Elephant Oojah being given a treat, London Zoo, July 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A small girl, Betty, holds out a stick with an apple on the end to lead
3083353 A small girl, Betty, holds out a stick with an apple on the end to lead the Giant Tortoise she is riding, London Zoo, 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond

Young female African Pygmy Elephant Oojah raising her trunk at London Zoo
3083350 Young female African Pygmy Elephant Oojah raising her trunk at London Zoo, July 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A keeper taking an Irish Terrier and young Lion for a walk on leads, London Zoo
3260711 A keeper taking an Irish Terrier and young Lion for a walk on leads, London Zoo, September 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

Two Northern Lynx, one sitting and one standing, on a branch, London Zoo
3260704 Two Northern Lynx, one sitting and one standing, on a branch, London Zoo, October 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A young Orangutan sitting in its enclosure at London Zoo, October 1925 (b / w photo)
3260702 A young Orangutan sitting in its enclosure at London Zoo, October 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Syed Ali training Indiarani in front of the Elephant House, London Zoo
3260699 Syed Ali training Indiarani in front of the Elephant House, London Zoo, October 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Indiarani)

An Indian Elephant, possibly Sundermalah, taking part in an outside broadcast
3086225 An Indian Elephant, possibly Sundermalah, taking part in an outside broadcast from London Zoo, 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

A group or troop of Sacred Baboons sitting on rocks in their enclosure, London Zoo
3086222 A group or troop of Sacred Baboons sitting on rocks in their enclosure, London Zoo, July 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Maguari Stork performing the up-down display, London Zoo, July 1925 (b / w photo)
3086218 A Maguari Stork performing the up-down display, London Zoo, July 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Northern Lynx at London Zoo, July 1925 (b / w photo)
3086214 A Northern Lynx at London Zoo, July 1925 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

The Queen and Princesses Jolanda and Mafalda inaugurate the International Dog Show... (colour litho)
2809101 The Queen and Princesses Jolanda and Mafalda inaugurate the International Dog Show... (colour litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info)

A Lechwe at London Zoo, September 1921 (b / w photo)
1268686 A Lechwe at London Zoo, September 1921 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

The Walk of a Pachyderm (Colour Litho)
2783462 The Walk of a Pachyderm (Colour Litho) by Beltrame, Achille (1871-1945); Private Collection; (add.info.: The walk of a pachyderm)

Young African Elephant Kiberenge with trainer Darisha, a keeper and another man
2662472 Young African Elephant Kiberenge with trainer Darisha, a keeper and another man, with crowds of visitors looking on from the other side of the enclosures bars, London Zoo

Two endangered Black-Footed Penguins look out of their nesting box, in the snow
2662482 Two endangered Black-Footed Penguins look out of their nesting box, in the snow, while another looks on, London Zoo, 1924 (b/w photo) by Bond

A small herd of Chapmans Zebra, including young, London Zoo in 1923 (b / w photo)
2662471 A small herd of Chapmans Zebra, including young, London Zoo in 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Reginald Innes Pocock F. R. S. holds a kinkajou, London Zoo, 1923 (b / w photo)
2662465 Reginald Innes Pocock F.R.S. holds a kinkajou, London Zoo, 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: Kinkajous)

Hippopotamuses Bobbie and Joan lying down in their enclosure in
2662462 Hippopotamuses Bobbie and Joan lying down in their enclosure in London Zoo, July 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Two Striped Hyaena cubs at London Zoo, c. 1914 (b / w photo)
1762500 Two Striped Hyaena cubs at London Zoo, c.1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Male Abingdon or Pinta Island Giant Tortoise at London Zoo, 20th January 1914 (b / w photo)
1762497 Male Abingdon or Pinta Island Giant Tortoise at London Zoo, 20th January 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

A Capped Langur holding baby while sitting on a beam, London Zoo
1762496 A Capped Langur holding baby while sitting on a beam, London Zoo, 11th November 1913 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Three visitors, including two young girls, riding in a cart pulled by a Llama, London Zoo
1762478 Three visitors, including two young girls, riding in a cart pulled by a Llama, London Zoo, c.1912 (b/w photo) by Bond

Keeper Charles Dixon with a playful Cheetah at London Zoo, October 1922 (b / w photo)
2563683 Keeper Charles Dixon with a playful Cheetah at London Zoo, October 1922 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

The Mappin Terraces, London Zoo, 1922 (b / w photo)
2563681 The Mappin Terraces, London Zoo, 1922 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: The Mappin Terraces were opened in 1913)

A Sloth Bear looks down from its enclosure in front of the Mappin Terraces, London Zoo
2563673 A Sloth Bear looks down from its enclosure in front of the Mappin Terraces, London Zoo, September 1914 (v/w photo) by Bond

Two American Alligators at London Zoo, July 1914 (b / w photo)
2561128 Two American Alligators at London Zoo, July 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Keeper W. Styles with a Bactrian Camel at London Zoo, July 1914 (b / w photo)
2561123 Keeper W. Styles with a Bactrian Camel at London Zoo, July 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Lesser or Darwins Rhea standing in its nest with two eggs, London Zoo
2561120 A Lesser or Darwins Rhea standing in its nest with two eggs, London Zoo, May 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

An Indian Rhinoceros in its Pool at London Zoo, July 1914 (b / w photo)
2561113 An Indian Rhinoceros in its Pool at London Zoo, July 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Blesbok calf with its mother at London Zoo, June 1914 (b / w photo)
2561110 A Blesbok calf with its mother at London Zoo, June 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Gentoo Penguins, on their diving board, being fed fish by keeper Albert White, while Black-Footed Penguins look
2561108 Gentoo Penguins, on their diving board, being fed fish by keeper Albert White, while Black-Footed Penguins look on, London Zoo, 1914 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Horned Lizard rests in its keepers hand, London Zoo, April 1923 (b / w photo)
2634935 A Horned Lizard rests in its keepers hand, London Zoo, April 1923 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Brazilian or South American Tapir at London Zoo, September 1922 (b / w photo)
2634931 A Brazilian or South American Tapir at London Zoo, September 1922 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Pelicans being fed fish by their Keeper at the poolside, London Zoo
2634925 Pelicans being fed fish by their Keeper at the poolside, London Zoo, December 1922 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

Family of Lions in the Gardens of the Clifton and Bristol Zoological Society (engraving)
1608049 Family of Lions in the Gardens of the Clifton and Bristol Zoological Society (engraving) by Weir, Harrison William (1824-1906); Private Collection; (add.info)

Paris Zoo - Monkeys
Jardin d Acclimatation, Paris, France -- the monkey house, surrounded by human visitors. Date: circa 1850

Llama Ride with keeper and children, London Zoo, London
Llama Ride with keeper and children, London Zoo, Regents Park, London. Date: early 20th century

Zebras, Central Paddock, Whipsnade Zoo, Bedfordshire
Zebras, Central Paddock, Whipsnade Zoo, near Dunstable, Bedfordshire. Date: circa 1930s

Polar Bears Sam and Barbara playing in their pool at London Zoo
1262609 Polar Bears Sam and Barbara playing in their pool at London Zoo, June 1921 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

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Step into the fascinating world of zoos, where a myriad of creatures from all corners of the globe come together to captivate and educate. From the early days of Wombwells Menagerie to modern-day marvels like London Zoo's New Reptile House by G H Davis, these havens for wildlife offer an up-close encounter with nature's wonders. Witness the enchanting Penguin feeding time as these adorable birds dive and glide through their aquatic playground, showcasing their grace and agility. Or gaze upon Snowflake, an adult male Western Lowland Gorilla who stands out from his peers with his striking albino features - a close-up that reveals both power and vulnerability in his head and chest. Intriguingly delicate yet resilient is the Saharan Dorcas Gazelle - a female specimen that embodies elegance amidst harsh desert landscapes. And not far away, at Ostrich and Ibis Zoo, witness the peculiar dance between two distinct avian species as they share their habitat in perfect harmony. As morning breaks in Menagerie, one can sense the anticipation in the air as animals awaken to greet another day filled with exploration and adventure. Meanwhile, Yuan Meng steals hearts as he poses for a portrait - this Giant panda cub being France's first-ever birth of its kind brings hope for conservation efforts worldwide. Across vast oceans lies an impressive silverback Lowland gorilla residing within a zoo in America; his commanding presence demands respect while reminding us of our shared ancestry. In Alpine Zoo Innsbruck, Tyrol, Austria resides a Red-billed Chough - its vibrant plumage contrasting against snow-capped peaks serves as a reminder that beauty thrives even in extreme environments. Finally, let us journey back to Africa where Fischer's Lovebirds find solace among Northern Tanzania's landscapes. Their colorful feathers mirror the vibrancy found within this diverse continent and can more than mere enclosures; they are sanctuaries of knowledge and conservation.