Blackpool Zoo Magellanic pengins

[Bwassa]

Does anybody have an update on the progress of the new penguin pool ?
Have the Magellanics arrived from Spain yet ?
Does anybody know when the new pool will open?

 

[James27]

I went a few weeks back, never got a pic but I saw the building. Strange design, the whole thing was built above ground like a fish tank, so the underwater windows were at ground level and the land area was about 8 feet off the floor, there was a raised walkway to take you to the same level as it. It did look pretty good, the pool was big and I think it's quite an interesting looking design.
By the way, it's inbetween the sealion and ape house.

 

[bloodycurtus]

i heard its due for completion in about 2weeks the penguins are there i think but i dont think they are magelaincs

 

[bongorob]

ISIS shows 4.8.6 Magellanics at Blackpool.

 

[Maguari]

So it does - excellent news!

 

[Kifaru Bwana]

Which zoo did the Magellanics came from in Spain?
Not too many collections are holders anway.

 

[Bwassa]

Thanks guys, fantastic news! A trip to Blackpool is long overdue, but I want to time it so we can see the Magellanics.

 

[aim_foliksta]

Which zoo did the Magellanics came from in Spain?

I think that the only spanish zoo that have Magellanic penguins is Faunia, in Madrid.

 

[bongorob]

They are now on show

Blackpool Zoo%1As Penguins Have Now Moved Into Their New Enclosure and Pool Zoo and Aquarium Visitor News

 

[Ajkwba]

Looks like a day at the seas-side is on the cards

 

[Bwassa]

They are now on show

Fantastic! Thanks Rob.