Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World has welcomed a new Duiker baby born earlier this month. The Details This sweet yellow-backed duiker calf has been named Penny, and Dr. Mark Penning, Vice President, Disney’s Animals, Science and Environment, says she and mom… Read More »New Duiker Baby Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World
Disney’s Animal Kingdom opened at Walt Disney World April 22, 1998, which means this April 22, the park will not only be celebrating the annual Earth Day, but its 25th anniversary! To celebrate, there will be limited-time treats, special merchandise, celebratory Magic Shots, and more.… Read More »Disney’s Animal Kingdom To Celebrate its 25th anniversary and Earth Day on April 22, 2023
Today is Halloween, and people will be enjoying the day at the parks, but Walt Disney World hasn’t forgotten its animal residents and has been letting them have some pumpkin enrichment all week. Why Pumpkins? Disney is a recognized leader in animal care and conservation,… Read More »Animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Enjoy Pumpkin Enrichment for Halloween
There must be something in the water at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge because another baby animal has been born recently…this time its an Okapi. About Okapi The okapi, also known as the forest giraffe, Congolese giraffe, or zebra giraffe, is an artiodactyl (an even number… Read More »Baby Okapi Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge at Walt Disney World
The Springbok herd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge welcomed a new arrival last week, and the baby is being well cared for. About Springboks The springbok is a medium-sized antelope found mainly in south and southwest Africa, and is the national animal of the country… Read More »Springbok Baby Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge at Walt Disney World
It’s part of the magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, but it happens mostly behind the scenes. We’re talking about their participation in the Association of Zoos and Aquariums animal breeding programs designed to improve the survivability of endangered species. Among these species is the Grevy’s… Read More »Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcomes cute new Zebra foals