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Tom Neold, six, with Jim the Royal Python. Picture: Clive Lawrence
Giant cockroaches, a python and stick insects invaded a school as pupils’ studies were brought to life.
Children at Holy Souls Primary, Wilworth Crescent, Blackburn, had been learning all about the rainforest.
As a special treat, a zoo keeper from Blackpool Zoo came into class, along with his special friends.
Brave pupils handled the creatures.
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