Six-Year-Old Max Evans-Browning Becomes Youngest Zookeeper at Chessington Zoo

Max Evans-Browning, a six-year-old animal enthusiast from Neyland, Pembrokeshire, has become Britain's youngest ever zookeeper after being recruited by Chessington World of Adventures in Surrey for the summer. Max gained widespread attention for drawing 99 animals to celebrate Sir David Attenborough's 99th birthday, which earned a personal response from Attenborough himself. At Chessington Zoo, home to over 1,000 animals, Max is receiving special training and performing duties such as cleaning enclosures, preparing food, conducting health checks, and caring for animals including giraffes and monkeys. The zoo emphasizes conservation and education, and Max's passion and extensive animal knowledge have made him a valued member of the team. His summer experience has been described as a dream come true, allowing him to interact closely with his favorite animals and contribute to their care. Chessington's education officer praised Max's enthusiasm and expertise, highlighting his positive impact on the zoo team.