London Zoo Collection (page 2)

Beavers cutting down trees, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Beavers cutting down trees [in London Zoo], 1862. The beaver...commenced to bite off the bark about twelve inches above the ground...The rapid progress he made was...most astonishing; the animal

The aye-aye, recently added to the Zoological Society's collection, Regent's Park, 1862. Creator: Pearson
The aye-aye, recently added to the Zoological Society's collection, Regent's Park, 1862. The aye-aye (Cheiromys Madagascariensis)

The Prairie Grouse in the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1862. Creator: Unknown
The Prairie Grouse in the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, [London], 1862. A consignment of eighteen specimens of the prairie grouse of North America (Tetzao umbellus)

Chinese magpies in the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Chinese magpies in the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, [London], 1862. The building in the northern part of the Zoological Society's Gardens in Regents Park

Young python in the Zoological Society's Gardens, 1862. Creator: Unknown
Young python in the Zoological Society's Gardens, 1862. That the germs of life were implanted in [the eggs], and that all went on satisfactorily up to the fifteenth day after incubation

The Great Python Serpent incubating at the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1862. Creator: Pearson
The Great Python Serpent incubating at the Zoological Society's Gardens, Regent's Park, 1862....the keeper, on going to the compartment where the Python sebae from Western Africa is kept

A male Argus Pheasant, or Great Argus, displaying his wing and tail feathers before a female, London Zoo
3435344 A male Argus Pheasant, or Great Argus, displaying his wing and tail feathers before a female, London Zoo, January 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Black Leopard being transported in a cage by keepers at London Zoo
1275259 A Black Leopard being transported in a cage by keepers at London Zoo, June 1922 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

A monkey in a hamper at ZSL London Zoo, December 1922 (b / w photo)
1079586 A monkey in a hamper at ZSL London Zoo, December 1922 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Feeding Rota, The Pinner Lion, 1940s, (1945). Creator: Unknown
Feeding Rota, The " Pinner Lion", 1940s, (1945). British Prime Minister Winston Churchill feeding a lion at London Zoo

Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, 1864. Creator: Pearson
Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, [London], 1864....the pileated jay (Cyanocorax cyanopogon)

Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, 1864. Creator: Pearson
Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, [London], 1864. The blue tanager (Orchesticus ater)...[is] from the forests of Brazil

Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, 1864. Creator: Pearson
Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, [London], 1864. The whistling duck (Dendrocygna arborea), from Jamaica; and the little green bittern

Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, 1864. Creator: Pearson
Recent additions to the Zoological Society's Collection, Regent's Park, [London], 1864. The American cuckoo (Guvia piririgua) is of very lively and peculiar habits

Victorian London - Sunday Promenade
Vintage engraving showing a scene from 19th Century London England. Sunday Promenade at the Zoological Gardens

Bubale Antelope in the Zoological Societys Gardens, Illustrated London News
Scanned directly from The Illustrated London News, Saturday August 13, 1853

Flamingos in the Zoological Societys Gardens, Illustrated London News
Scanned directly from The Illustrated London News, Saturday August 13, 1853

European Bison Julia eating the grass in her paddock, London Zoo
3435353 European Bison Julia eating the grass in her paddock, London Zoo, 12th August 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

Greater Flamingos on their pond at London Zoo, 1926 (b / w photo)
3435351 Greater Flamingos on their pond at London Zoo, 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

Jardin Zoologique, Les Oiseaux (engraving)
3650185 Jardin Zoologique, Les Oiseaux (engraving) by Dore, Gustave (1832-83) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Jardin Zoologique, Les Oiseaux)

A Coconut, or Robber Crab, feeding on coconut, London Zoo, July 1927 (b / w photo)
3483829 A Coconut, or Robber Crab, feeding on coconut, London Zoo, July 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Slender Loris walking on a branch, London Zoo, August 1926 (b / w photo)
3483825 A Slender Loris walking on a branch, London Zoo, August 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Shoe-billed Stork, London Zoo, July 1926 (b / w photo)
3483822 A Shoe-billed Stork, London Zoo, July 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British, out of copyright

A Pluto Monkey, or Blue Monkey, sitting on a bench, London Zoo, 1927 (b / w photo)
3483820 A Pluto Monkey, or Blue Monkey, sitting on a bench, London Zoo, 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Syed Ali training Indiarani in front of the Elephant House, London Zoo
3424919 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)

A Booted Eagle standing on a tree stump at London Zoo in June 1926 (b / w photo)
3500042 A Booted Eagle standing on a tree stump at London Zoo in June 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Jacksons chameleon holding on to a branch, London Zoo, August 1926 (b / w photo)
3500041 A Jacksons chameleon holding on to a branch, London Zoo, August 1926 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A West Usambara two-horned chameleon, London Zoo, 1927 (b / w photo)
3500040 A West Usambara two-horned chameleon, London Zoo, 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A West Usambara two-horned chameleon, London Zoo, 1927 (b / w photo)
3500039 A West Usambara two-horned chameleon, London Zoo, 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

Four King Penguins swimming in their pool at London Zoo, June 1927 (b / w photo)
3474494 Four King Penguins swimming in their pool at London Zoo, June 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A male European Bison lying on the grass in his paddock, London Zoo, 1927 (b / w photo)
3474493 A male European Bison lying on the grass in his paddock, London Zoo, 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

Young male African Elephant Kiberenge standing in front of the Elephant House
3474491 Young male African Elephant Kiberenge standing in front of the Elephant House, London Zoo, June 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Crowned / Sahel / West African Bush Duiker at London Zoo in August 1927 (b / w photo)
3527150 A Crowned/Sahel/West African Bush Duiker at London Zoo in August 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

An endangered Siamang gibbon sitting on a log, holding a rope, London Zoo
3527146 An endangered Siamang gibbon sitting on a log, holding a rope, London Zoo, 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A Komodo Dragon / Monitor resting its neck and forelegs up against a log at London Zoo in
3527136 A Komodo Dragon/Monitor resting its neck and forelegs up against a log at London Zoo in June 1927 (b/w photo) by Bond

The Monkey House at the Zoological Gardens, Regents Park (engraving)
6016546 The Monkey House at the Zoological Gardens, Regents Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Monkey House at the Zoological Gardens)

Front page of The Mirror from January 13 1838 celebrating the arrival of an Orangutan at the Zoological Societys
6030586 Front page of The Mirror from January 13 1838 celebrating the arrival of an Orangutan at the Zoological Societys Gardens in Regents Park, London (coloured engraving) by English School

A Bactrian camel calf, with keeper, four weeks after having been born in the menagerie
1762504 A Bactrian camel calf, with keeper, four weeks after having been born in the menagerie, London Zoo, 1929 (b/w photo) by Bond

A Three-toed Sloth slowly makes its way along a pole at London Zoo, c. 1913 (b / w photo)
1762503 A Three-toed Sloth slowly makes its way along a pole at London Zoo, c.1913 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A Galago moholi, or Mohol bushbaby at London Zoo, 12th September 1913 (b / w photo)
1762494 A Galago moholi, or Mohol bushbaby at London Zoo, 12th September 1913 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A Bactrian Camel ride at London Zoo, c. 1913 (b / w photo)
1762489 A Bactrian Camel ride at London Zoo, c.1913 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info.: A keeper leads while three small boys ride)

A keeper leads an ass, which is being ridden by a boy, London Zoo, June 1913 (b / w photo)
1762486 A keeper leads an ass, which is being ridden by a boy, London Zoo, June 1913 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; (add.info)

A Bactrian Camel pulling a dung cart at London Zoo, 1913 (b / w photo)
1762485 A Bactrian Camel pulling a dung cart at London Zoo, 1913 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942); Zoological Society of London; eZoological Society of London; British

A mature Wallichs Deer stag, also known as the Shou
1762484 A mature Wallichs Deer stag, also known as the Shou, Central Asian or Tibetan Red Deer, sitting at London Zoo, September 1913 (b/w photo) by Bond

Keeper, Leslie Martin Flewin, holding a Kinkajou at London Zoo, February 1913 (b / w photo)
1762482 Keeper, Leslie Martin Flewin, holding a Kinkajou at London Zoo, February 1913 (b/w photo) by Bond, Frederick William (1887-1942)

A Farewell Ride on Jumbo (engraving)
1623884 A Farewell Ride on Jumbo (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Farewell Ride on Jumbo. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 18 March 1882)

Australian Swan Geese, in the Zoological Societys Garden, Regent s-Park (engraving)
1623590 Australian Swan Geese, in the Zoological Societys Garden, Regent s-Park (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Australian Swan Geese)

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"Discover the Wonders of London Zoo: A Journey Through Time and Wildlife" Step into a world where history and nature intertwine, as we explore the captivating London Zoo. From the African quagga, an extinct equine that once roamed freely, to the vibrant "From the forest to the laid table" litho showcasing nature's bounty, this zoo is a treasure trove of fascinating creatures. Enter the Lion House and witness its majestic inhabitants through a mesmerizing color litho. Feel your heart race as you encounter a mighty Hippopotamus basking in its watery domain. Marvel at Barnum's Elephant, an iconic symbol of strength and grace. Venture deeper into this animal kingdom and be awestruck by the enigmatic Okapi with its striking stripes. Meet Milky Monkey, whose mischievous antics will leave you smiling from ear to ear. Immerse yourself in Congos Artwork, celebrating Africa's rich cultural heritage. Transport yourself back in time with historical snapshots like Lubetkin Penguin Pool captured in January 1934 - a timeless black-and-white photo that showcases architectural brilliance. Delight in nostalgia as you glimpse a monkey nestled inside a hamper during December 1922 at ZSL London Zoo. Uncover stories behind-the-scenes with glimpses into daily life such as Feeding Rota featuring The Pinner Lion from the 1940s - an intriguing snapshot created by an unknown artist. And who could forget Jumbo? An engraving immortalizes this magnificent African elephant that once graced these Zoological gardens. London Zoo invites you on an unforgettable journey filled with wonderment and awe-inspiring encounters with wildlife both past and present. Come experience firsthand why it has been cherished for generations as one of Britain's most beloved attractions.