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From sleeping lions to spitting snakes: a year in the life of London zoo vets

As the zoo celebrates its 200th birthday, photographer David Levene captures the people keeping their (sometimes very dangerous) patients healthy and happy. Introduction: Patrick Barkham

From sleeping lions to spitting snakes: a year in the life of London zoo vets

TL;DR

  • London Zoo is celebrating its 200th birthday.
  • Photographer David Levene captured images of zoo personnel.
  • These individuals are responsible for the health and well-being of the zoo's animals.
  • The animals under their care include dangerous species.