<p>London zoo's animals have been extra good this year, so Santa treated them to early Christmas presents on Wednesday (December 12).</p><br /><p>Lion cubs Heidi and Indi got their paws on parcels of meat hidden inside Christmas boxes, while the penguins were treated to festive treats of the fishy variety.</p><br /><p>Keeper Paul Kybett said it adds a special something to meal times.</p><br /><p>"It's part of their diet, but nice when it's all wrapped up and gives them something to play with and rip open," he said.</p><br /><p>The zoo's western lowland gorillas dug into their Christmas stockings to find their favorite snacks.</p><br /><p>Keepers said all the animals deserved these special treats.</p><br /><p>Giving the festive treats wrapped in presents and stockings, helps encourage the animals' curious side and keeps them stimulated.</p>
