Fish and meat treats were also handed out to the Amur Tigers, Leopards and Lions, in tinsel-covered buckets as Xmas joy was spread around the 150-acre park.Fish and meat treats were also handed out to the Amur Tigers, Leopards and Lions, in tinsel-covered buckets as Xmas joy was spread around the 150-acre park.
Fish and meat treats were also handed out to the Amur Tigers, Leopards and Lions, in tinsel-covered buckets as Xmas joy was spread around the 150-acre park.

Best pictures as Christmas comes early for Yorkshire Wildlife Park animals

Christmas came early to Yorkshire Wildlife Park this year as the rangers handed out special presents to the animals.

The rangers at the park, who work every day over the Xmas period including Christmas Day, were spotted giving out delicious treats and toys for the animals earlier this week.

The team, dressed in Santa hats, delivered extra portions of fruit and vegetables in boxes to the meerkats and armadillos. Here are some of the best pictures:

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