W I L D L I F E

Wildlife Park Tour

The Relentless Wanderer

Timbo, the spur-thighed tortoise, was famous for his determination. Despite his slow pace, Timbo had an adventurous spirit. Zookeepers often found him attempting to scale rocks or navigate obstacles in his enclosure. One day, Timbo surprised everyone by digging an impressive tunnel under a fence, almost reaching a neighboring enclosure. After reinforcing his space, the zoo staff turned his determination into an enrichment activity, providing new climbing structures and digging areas. Visitors loved watching Timbo’s slow but steady exploration, and his story was used to teach about the unique adaptations of tortoises and the importance of protecting their desert habitats.