Love is in the air as Edinburgh Zoo animals celebrate Valentine’s Day 

Keepers at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland surprised the wallabies, penguins and sun beetles with heart-themed treats.

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Love was in the air at Edinburgh Zoo on Wednesday as some animals enjoyed sweets to mark the romantic occasion.

Keepers at the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland surprised the wallabies, penguins and sun beetles with heart-themed treats.

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