14K views · 206 reactions | The Oxford sandy and black pig is one of the oldest British pig breeds, existing for 200-300 years This breed has reached the possibility of extinction twice within it’s history. However, with the help of dedicated breeders the Oxford sandy and black pig population increased. Our Animal Care Team share some interesting facts about our male, Wilbur, in the video below. | Colchester Zoo | Facebook

Meet one of the rarest animals at the Zoo 🐷 They’re one of the oldest British pig breeds but have almost gone extinct twice in the last hundred years. We’re helping protect this heritage, by keeping Daisy along with many other rare breeds as part of a conservation programme for UK native livestock. | Whipsnade Zoo

Every day is Guinea Pig Appreciation Day at Water's Edge: Africa! Though native to the South Americas, modern day guinea pigs are a domesticated breed, which means they are not naturally found in the wild. Our group of ladies, collectively called a muddle, are members of five different breeds of guinea pigs: Peruvian, American, Teddy, Abyssinian and White Crested. Help us celebrate our muddle as they spend the morning stretching their tiny legs and eating breakfast after a long night's rest! | C