WITH the foot and mouth restrictions in full swing, London zoo's website is an ideal hit for that boring Sunday afternoon.

Wildlife conservation is an important role being carried out by zoos around the world.

The London Zoo website is combined with the Institute of Zoology website and the Whipsnade Wild Animal Park site.

You can see pictures of, read about the birth of twin giant ant-eaters, and help London Zoo name a baby meerkat.

Find out about fascinating exhibits at the zoo, and there's plenty of information about habitats and wildlife environments.

The site is solidly constructed, with great use of pictures and background information, and extras like the keepers' diaries.

Take a trip...