Charles John Cornish

Anecdotes of Big Cats and Other Beasts

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The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park. Charles John Cornish, a renowned English naturalist and author, captured the essence of this remarkable institution in his 1895 publication. Join us as we explore the fascinating tales of big cats and...

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Charles John Cornish

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Feb 18, 2026

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Episodes

040 - A Year At The Zoo 18.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

039 - Criminal Animals 17.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

038 - The Temper Of Animals 16.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

037 - The Canadian Beaver 15.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

036 - The Soldier's Camel 14.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

035 - Other Beasts Of Burden 13.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

034 - The Paris Zoological Gardens In The Two Sieges 12.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

033 - Possible Pets 11.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

032 - From The Animals' Point Of View 10.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

031 - Lizards And Crocodiles At The Zoo 09.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

030 - The Larger Monkeys 08.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

029 - Rare And Beautiful Monkeys 07.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

028 - The Speech Of Monkeys 06.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

027 - Wild-Cats At The Zoo 05.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

026 - Animal Colouring 04.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

025 - Young Animals At The Zoo 03.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

024 - London Bears 02.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

023 - Expression In The Animal Eye 01.02.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

022 - 'Jamrach's' 31.01.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

021 - An Experiment In Animal Preservation 30.01.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

020 - Wanted -- A New Meat 29.01.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

019 - Elephant Life In England 28.01.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

018 - Talking Birds 27.01.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

017 - Orpheus At The Zoo The Choice Of Instruments 26.01.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

016 - Orpheus At The Zoo The Second Visit 26.01.2026

The London Zoo, the worlds oldest scientific zoo, opened its gates in 1828 with the goal of advancing the scientific study of animals. In 1831-32, it welcomed the animals from the Tower of London menagerie into its collection, and by 1847, it became a public attraction. Managed by the Zoological Society of London, founded in 1826, this historic zoo is located at the northern edge of Regents Park....

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