Episode 2

Kate Humble and Ben Fogle celebrate 25 years together on Animal Park, looking back at some of the animals, keepers and unforgettable moments they have shared, while new stories continue to unfold across the park.

This time, the keepers face a new challenge as maned wolves arrive at the park for the first time. Native to South America, the three females are destined to share a habitat with capybara and tapir. But before any introductions can take place, the team must discover how the wolves will react to the scent of their future neighbours. Will they accept them as housemates or see them as something else entirely?

Elsewhere, Kate helps the gorilla team trial a new enrichment challenge designed to keep the intelligent bachelor group occupied for longer at feeding time. Megan McCubbin joins the keepers to investigate animal behaviour, from lion dynamics to one of nature's most industrious recyclers, the dung beetle.

And behind the scenes, a brand new exhibit begins to take shape, bringing together a fascinating collection of bugs and invertebrates, each with their own unique needs. Creating the perfect environment for every species won't be straightforward, but the keepers are determined to get it right.