Playful water acrobats

On Saturday, 30 May 2026, visitors can look forward to an exciting interactive display dedicated to these fascinating aquatic acrobats, located next to the otter enclosure. Here, those interested will have the opportunity to gain valuable background knowledge about otters. Find out more about the animals’ way of life, their impressive adaptations to their aquatic habitat, and the current situation of wild otters. The exhibition will also explore the causes of population declines, necessary conservation measures, and the important role of zoos in species conservation.

What to expect:

• Information stand on otters
• Interactive learning activities (puzzles, quizzes and games)
• Art corner for young artists
• Guided otter feeding session

Itinerary:

10am – Zoo educators lead interactive learning sessions

• Information leaflets on the different species of otter
• Everything you need to know about the threat to otters
• Colouring sheets for creative minds
• Information on species conservation at Salzburg Zoo

1.30pm – Guided otter feeding

2pm – End

No registration required!

Further event details:

• Location: otter enclosure
• The information stand will be open whatever the weather
• Language of the programme: German

➤ Subject to change without notice.

Pearls of wisdom:

• • How does the otter’s fur work?
  • What problems do wild otters face?
  • How do the different otter species differ from one another?

Together, we’ll dive into the world of playful water acrobats.