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WELCOME
A passion for excellence in animal care.
With 35+ years in zoological practice, I support zoos, wildlife parks, animal collections and educational institutions with practical consultancy focused on animal welfare, husbandry, education and collection management.
From supporting animal-management colleges and zoological education centres to helping wildlife parks and collections improve habitats, systems and staff development, my work combines practical experience with a conservation-led approach
Supporting organisations across the UK and Europe.
— Carl Groombridge ACFE
WHAT WE PROVIDE
Specialist services,
tailored to your collection.
35+ years
IN THE FIELD
MEET THE DIRECTOR
Carl Groombridge.
A lifelong adventure with animals.
From caring for chameleons and hognose snakes as a child, to building Bedfordshire's leading zoological education centre and consulting on Cat 1 enclosures — Carl's work is rooted in compassion, curiosity and uncompromising welfare standards.
FEATURED CASE STUDIES
Brief. Approach. Outcome.
A snapshot of recent consulting and build work — the welfare, visitor and operational wins behind each project.
IN THEIR WORDS
Trusted by collections across the UK.
Carl's depth of zoological knowledge transformed how we approach welfare and licensing. The team left every session more confident and motivated.
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KIM SIMMONS
Linton Zoo Director, UK
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From bioactive habitat design to ZIMS record-keeping, Animal Insights guided our small collection towards genuine excellence. A true partner.
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TOM BAILEY
Director, Ely Exotics
Carl worked closely with me to develop award-winning zoo signage that impressed zoo inspectors — highly commended work.
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CAMERON PARKES
Zoological artist (Caminals)
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CONTACT
Let's elevate your collection.
Whether you're facing a licensing challenge or planning a new biome, Carl would love to hear from you. Your first 20-minute consultation is on us.
ARRANGE A RELAXED NO - OBLIGATION DISCUSSION
20 minutes, discussion - we'll listen first.
