Inside Thoiry: a zoo unlike any other | Enquête d'action | W9

Situated less than one hour from Paris, the Thoiry animal park is one the most popular in France. It attracts almost 500,000 visitors every year. In order to enchant the children and surprise the adults, the zoo has staked its reputation on an original approach. As if on a real safari, one can discover animals moving around in semi-freedom, all the time remaining in your vehicle. Adrenalin rush and excitement are guaranteed. In order to provide this experience, some hundred people are working out of the public eye. Enquête d’action” has gone behind the scenes in this incredible Noah’s Ark and filmed what the visitor does not normally see. Births, transfers, delicate medical operations… you will experience the intensity of the work done by veterinarians and keepers. In order to take care of animals as unpredictable as big cats, bears or reptiles, you need to be able to react fast and show a cool head. You will also discover that Thoiry possesses a most unusual kitchen where the “chef” has to juggle with impressive quantities because each of the residents has its own special menu!”