‘The Moon and The Zoo’: Simon Armitage poem celebrates 200 years of ZSL
Summary
The Zoological Society of London (ZSL) celebrates its 200th anniversary with a new poem called "The Moon and the Zoo" by Simon Armitage, the current UK poet laureate. The poem reflects on the nighttime life at London Zoo and highlights the shared responsibility between humans and nature.Key Facts
- ZSL was founded in 1826 and opened London Zoo in 1828 as the world’s first scientific zoo.
- London Zoo opened to the public in 1847.
- Many famous writers and artists, such as AA Milne and Sylvia Plath, have been inspired by the zoo.
- Simon Armitage created a poem and animation to celebrate ZSL’s 200th year.
- The poem describes the moon watching over animals during the night and symbolizes care and research done by ZSL.
- Armitage spent time at the zoo observing animals like Mexican red-kneed spiders and Sumatran tigers.
- The poem’s message emphasizes humans’ responsibility to protect nature and find a balance with the natural world.
- ZSL’s CEO, Kathryn England, said the poem reminds people of their role in protecting wildlife.
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