ABOUT THE Domestic Yak

Yaks have large lungs and hearts, helping them survive in thin mountain air.

Their blood contains more red blood cells than other cattle, ideal for high-altitude living.

Yak wool (khullu) is softer than sheep wool and valued for making warm clothing and blankets – even used in high-end fashion.

Did you know

Unlike domestic cows, yaks don’t moo. They grunt, leading to the nickname “grunting ox.”

WHAT THEY EAT: Grasses and plants

HABITAT: Alpine meadows and grasslands

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Yak at Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park, Ipswich, Suffolk
Yak at Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park, Ipswich, Suffolk

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Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park News

Five rescued moon bears arrive at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park

Five rescued moon bears arrive at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park

Five moon bears rescued from a former South Korean bear bile farm have arrived at their new woodland home at Jimmy’s Farm in Suffolk.

Savouring Summer at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park

Savouring Summer at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park

Summer might be coming to an end, but there’s still plenty of time to make the most of those long, sunny days!

Welcoming Beau!

Welcoming Beau!

We’re delighted to share some very special news from Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park. Mum Azizi, has welcomed a beautiful new foal, Beau!

Kamal’s Story

Kamal’s Story

Today we said goodbye to our Asiatic lion, Kamal. Whilst today is a sad day for us all we also celebrate the long life of Kamal. Reaching the remarkable age of 16, he became Britain's oldest Asiatic lion in captivity - an incredible milestone for an Asiatic lion.

Big Bear Rescue 2 Confirmed!

Big Bear Rescue 2 Confirmed!

Channel 4 has acquired a second series from Glasgow based Red Sky Productions following Jimmy Doherty and his team rescuing animals urgently in need of a new home.

Native Natter: June

Native Natter: June

What a scorcher June turned out to be! Join Gemma as she looks back on a month packed with sunshine, memorable moments and everything she's been up to.

On the Hunt for one of Britain’s Rarest Butterfly’s: The British Swallowtail

On the Hunt for one of Britain’s Rarest Butterfly’s: The British Swallowtail

Recently, the marketing team made the journey to the Norfolk Broads to experience the British Swallowtail in its home first-hand.

Critically Endangered Pancake Tortoise Hatches at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park!

Critically Endangered Pancake Tortoise Hatches at Jimmy’s Farm & Wildlife Park!

Jimmy's Farm & Wildlife Park is celebrating a significant conservation success after the hatching of a critically endangered Pancake Tortoise (Malacochersus tornieri).