BBC One’s Animal Park returns with Season 22, Episode 4, airing on Thursday, 15 August 2024, at 9:30 am. This episode celebrates some of Longleat’s most beloved and legendary animals, with a particular focus on Thorn, the 5.5-metre-tall giraffe.
Thorn, a Rothschild giraffe, has played a crucial role in ensuring the future of his species. Over the years, he has fathered an impressive 29 calves. However, at 23 years old, Thorn is facing health challenges. The vet team arrives to examine his feet, as arthritis is taking a toll on his mobility, and his current medication doesn’t seem to be providing sufficient relief.
The episode takes an emotional turn as the results of Thorn’s x-ray reveal that the condition is more severe than expected. This development leaves the keepers, who have formed strong bonds with Thorn over the years, facing a heart-wrenching decision about his future.
In a separate storyline, wildlife cameraman Hamza Yassin embarks on a unique mission. He aims to capture the intense experience of being attacked by a pride of lions using specialised equipment.
Animal Park Season 22 Episode 4 airs Thursday, 15 August 2024, at 9:30 am on BBC One.
