The public had their first chance to glimpse this month-old trio of meerkats when they ventured outside for the first time from their home at Paultons Park.

Born last month, the pups stand at just 10cm high and have only just started eating a solid diet of chicken mince, mealworms and locusts.

They braved their public for the first time this week to the delight of visitors to the popular family theme park on the edge of the New Forest.

Paultons is now asking the public to come up with some suggestions for names. The winner of the competition will receive a one-day family pass to the park and an opportunity to feed the meerkats.

To be in with a chance, visit facebook.com/paultonspark.