African dancing in Bioparc Fuengirola, Spain

Bioparc Fuengirola (previously known as Fuengirola Zoo) offers a little extra during the summer months. In July and August each year, the zoo is open until midnight, giving people a chance to walk through the leafy and authentic environments and view the animals in the cooler time of the day. They also offer an animal exhibition in the "forest clearing", which involves various animals from the zoo strolling into the exhibition area - they have been well trained to come out and look for the treats left for them by their carers.

We were privileged to see a porcupine, a couple of bush pigs, a tiny little anteater, a sloth, a civet cat and other animals enjoying their evening treat. All accompanied by an owl and a hawk, swooping between two handlers, over the heads of the guests! Totally fascinating and so very well done.

The exhibition ends with dancing and drumming by a troupe of Senegalese performers - really entertaining and also gave the very real feel of being in the African bush (which, having lived in Africa most of my life, I totally enjoyed of course!).

Please enjoy a video of the performance below...

For more information about Fuengirola and a range of photo galleries, visit All Spain Accommodation.