Animal adoptions

Bring out your wild side by adopting one of ZSL’s animals for yourself or a friend. Find out more about your favourite animals by getting an exclusive behind the scenes look, come visit them at the zoo and get regular emails telling you what they have been up to. It’s like owning a zoo, but with none of the poo!

Best of all, this is the ideal gift for animal lovers, as your money supports our important conservation work around the world.

Instant gift

“I saw this and thought of you…”

Stuck for Christmas present idea? Forgotten a birthday? Adopting an animal is the perfect instant gift. Just a few clicks and this special, personalised adoption present can be sent to a family member or friend whenever you want – even straight away.

ZSL is a registered charity that receives no government funding. Your donation will help us continue our global conservation work for endangered animals and their habitats, as well as the running costs of ZSL London and Whipsnade Zoos.

About your adoption

In return for your generous donation, which can be for yourself or a friend or family member, you will receive:

A free zoo ticket to visit your adopted animal
Subscription to ‘Wild About’, ZSL's magazine packed full of breathtaking photos, news, features, competitions and children’s pages
Personalised adoption certificate delivered straight to your inbox
Special access to your animal’s page – full of fun and fascinating facts, exclusive photos and film footage, news and updates
Regular email updates to let you know what your animal has been up to.