Colourful snakes
Calm, curious reptiles
Brightly coloured snakes often become the animals that change people's minds. They are brilliant for talking about confidence, gentle handling and common reptile myths.
Animal ambassadors
Meet the creatures.
They are not props. They are individuals with different histories, behaviours and personalities — and many joined the team through rehoming.
Hands-on snake encounters
Friendly introductions
Some sessions are all about those first moments of contact — taking time, asking questions and letting people build confidence step by step.
Patterned species
Close-up learning
Pattern and texture become a natural starting point for conversations about camouflage, habitats and how reptiles are adapted to survive.
Larger snakes
Shared experiences
Larger animals create real wow moments, while still being handled with care and introduced in a calm, structured way.
Lizards
Great for observation
Lizards help visitors slow down and notice behaviour, movement, body structure and the environments exotic animals need to thrive.
Tortoises
Steady and characterful
Tortoises are always a favourite. Their pace, determination and personality make them ideal for memorable demonstrations and discussion.
Close-up encounters
Notice the details
Not every session is about handling. Sometimes the most powerful moment is simply getting close enough to really observe an animal properly.
Minibeasts
Small creatures, big impact
Minibeasts are brilliant conversation starters and often become surprise favourites for visitors who arrive convinced they will never enjoy them.
Even more to discover
Varied sessions
Zyta's sessions can include a wider mix of invertebrates and unusual species, helping each booking feel varied, playful and genuinely different.
Animal welfare comes first: the exact animals attending a particular session can vary according to suitability, availability and welfare needs.