Boxes wrapped in shiny paper and bows capture the attention of the 17 chimpanzees at Lion Country Safari in the same way they do humans everywhere.

The holiday season may be months away, but that won’t stop African Safari Wildlife Park from hosting its annual Christmas in July celebration on July 25, according to a news release.

As we enter December, the Christmas season is well and truly beginning — and the iconic Blair Drummond Safari Park in Stirling has started its month-long Christmas Spectacular.

Ian Duke, Marketing Manager, Knowsley Safari, says: "Enchanted is a Christmas tradition for many, so we’re delighted to be bringing returning guests many new, interactive exhibits and attractions.

African Safari Wildlife Park is accepting live Christmas trees to be used as enrichment, which is defined as a stimulant that encourages natural behavior to improve animal wellness in bison ...

As part of the animal’s new year enrichment programme, the Safari’s animals receive old Christmas trees to eat or play with. Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent.

It’s starting to feel a lot like Christmas at Knowsley Safari – where the incredibly popular animal-themed evening light trail, Enchanted, will soon be switched on for another festive season.

Boxes wrapped in shiny paper and bows capture the attention of the 17 chimpanzees at Lion Country Safari in the same way they do humans everywhere.

The safari have been upcycling old Christmas trees for several years now and Ms Banks said the scheme was “an excellent opportunity to reuse something that otherwise would go to waste. ...