Over the course of seven themed afternoons, discover one of the greatest challenges of our century: the preservation of biodiversity. The highlight of the Besançon Citadelle Zoological Park, weave the links between the care provided and the conservation missions through fun workshops at close quarters with the animals and the professional teams.
These spring events will stimulate your curiosity while you enjoy observing the fauna housed at the Citadelle.
Tuesday 16 April 2024
The Crau cricket: an ambassador
Species: Crau cricket and other invertebrates in the insectarium
Friday 19 April
Amerindian fauna, threatened and colourful
Species: tamarins, sloths, titis, armadillos, agoutis, macaws, dendrobates
Tuesday 23rd April
Expert flyover: the wonders of the site
Species: bald ibis, wildlife on the site (free birds and bats, viperine snakes)
Friday 26th April
Aquatic sentinels: crayfish and aprons
Species: crayfish and aprons
Wednesday 15 May
The animals of Southeast Asia: precious and fascinating
Species: gibbons, binturongs, Bali starlings
Wednesday 22nd May
Focus on special species of the Indian Ocean
Species: lemurs (Crowned Sifaka, Crowned Lemur, Greater Hapolemur, Belted Vari), mantled frogs, geckos
Wednesday 29th May
Discovering the lynx, the fox and their ecosystems
Species: noctarium rodents
A WIDE RANGE OF ACTIVITIES ON EACH DATE
Meetings with the zoo's caretakers, vets and biologists
Behind-the-scenes tours
Spotlight on conservation projects
Drawing workshops
Make-up
Animations and visits based on fascinating species