Episodes
Episode 1
July 13, 2026
Ben and Kate celebrate 25 years of friendship, animal stories and unforgettable moments on Animal Park, and revisit the extraordinary life of lioness, Malaika.
Episode 2
July 14, 2026
Maned wolves arrive at the park for the first time. Before they can meet their future capybara and tapir housemates, the keepers must test their reactions.
Episode 3
July 15, 2026
Following the loss of lioness Malaika, tensions are rising within the pride as the keepers look for signs of a new matriarch.
Episode 4
July 16, 2026
Endangered African wild dog Kenya faces a pioneering operation after breaking his leg, but even a successful outcome may not guarantee his future.
Episode 5
July 17, 2026
Conservationists investigate a worrying decline in a rare bat colony, while Ben and Kate revisit the story of a wallaby joey who captured hearts.
Episode 6
July 20, 2026
Four hippos take a huge step into their new home, while Ben and Kate revisit the unforgettable story of beloved tiger Kadu.
Episode 7
July 21, 2026
Two young Amur tigers prepare to leave home, while Ben and Kate revisit an extraordinary African wild dog conservation mission.
Episode 8
July 22, 2026
The painted dogs must rebuild their social hierarchy, while Ben and Kate remember the remarkable life of beloved gorilla Nico.
Episode 9
July 23, 2026
After tragedy strikes Wolf Wood, Meg's disappearance sparks fears for her and Terry's unborn legacy. Plus, the story of Winky the wheeled tortoise.
Episode 10
July 24, 2026
Young sea lion Rocky joins the colony, while the park celebrates 60 years since the UK's first drive-through safari first opened its gates.
