On Sat 16th May 12-5pm for the @uniofreading.bsky.social Community Festival the Cole Museum is once again hosting a day of fascinating talks from scientists, live animals & specimen handling, games, crafts & activities! Details to come, watch this space & check our website so you don't miss out!

Sparrows like the house sparrow in our museum are truly amazing. Did you know house sparrows typically fly at 26mph and can even swim to escape predators? #ColeMuseum #Zoology #Wildlife #Conservation #WildlifeConservation #WorldSparrowDay #Birds #SaveTheSparrows #BirdConservation #ProtectNature

Today we celebrate #WorldSparrowDay - sparrows are adaptable and resilient urban explorers, playing an important role in insect pest control helping maintain our ecosystems. Since the 1970s the population has reduced by 60% in the UK. This has had a significant consequence to environmental health.

🐞Happy #WorldWildlifeDay from the Cole Museum of Zoology! 🐘 #WWD2026 #wildlifefacts #natureisamazing

Happy #WorldWildlifeDay from the Cole Museum! 🐸Did you know that the Surinam Toad incubates its eggs on its back? When ready to hatch, they pop out, leaving a honeycomb-like pattern of indentations on the mother's back. Talk about leaving an impression! 💚 #WWD2026 #wildlifefacts #natureisamazing

On Thurs 27th Nov Reading Uni Winter Festival is on from 5.30-8pm and the Cole Museum will be selling some wonderful Zoological gifts at the Winter Market! The event is free so pop down for some festive cheer and support the Cole Museum of Zoology by buying a few of our lovely stocking fillers!