Essex's new zoo is now open and getting great reviews from customers.

Call of the Wild Zoo has replaced the very popular Tropical Wings in Wickford Road, South Woodham Ferrers.

It opened this morning for the first time and families can't stop posting online about their visits.

Here we take a first look inside at the attractions and exhibits. 

Animals are now in site and the full exhibits will include: Ring Tail Lemurs, Servals, Common marmosets, Blue and Gold Macaws, Meerkats, African Crested Porcupines and more.

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There's so much to offer including animal experiences for the visitors and wildlife fans. On offer are meerkat, lemur, bird of prey and keeper for the day experiences. Bosses at the family run zoo say: "Our aim is to inspire future generations to protect and conserve the planet"

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"We share this planet with some extraordinary species and ecosystems that we must work together to protect. In doing so we must create an awareness and appreciation to facilitate support for conservation, that is currently under threat.

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A spokesman said: "Only one more sleep to go! thank you to all those who have supported us so far, we are so excited to open our doors!

"We are experiencing a high number of emails, so there may be a delay getting back to you, please bear with us and we thank you for your patience.

"9.30am is our opening time. You can arrive whenever is convenient for you. No need to book if you are an annual pass holder."

"Your annual passes activate from the 12th February. You will be on our system and you can collect your annual pass cards on your first arrival."