Happy Birthday to Corra the Elephant! It’s a big, elephant-sized celebration at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as Corra, the youngest African elephant at the park, turns one year old this Friday! To mark the special occasion, her keepers surprised her with an early birthday treat filled with all her favorites—sweet potato,
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New Lions Debut at Kilimanjaro Safari in the Animal Kingdom
Meet the New Pride on the Savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Three young lions have officially joined the savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, taking up residence in the Kilimanjaro Safaris attraction. Mshango, Zahara, and Neema, a trio of siblings, are settling into their new home atop the kopjes rocks of
Lions Who Inspired ‘The Lion King’ Mufasa Movie Retiring from Disney’s Animal Kingdom
As Disney’s Animal Kingdom has captivated guests for decades, the savanna remains at its heart, hosting over 100 animals, including the powerful and noble African lions. Among these iconic residents, two lions, Dakari and Kamari, have ruled the savanna at Animal Kingdom for the last ten years. Standing proudly atop
New Sumatran Tiger Cub Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom!
A New Sumatran Tiger Cub is Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Disney’s Animal Kingdom is celebrating the arrival of a new and adorable Sumatran tiger cub! Born to proud mom Sohni, the little tiger is named Bakso. This tiny bundle of joy represents a significant milestone in conservation efforts for
Disney World Animals Safely Returned to Habitats After Hurricane Milton
Animal Kingdom’s inhabitants are safely back home after sheltering during the hurricane Hurricane Milton passed through Walt Disney World on the night of October 9, bringing strong winds and rain that prompted park closures and extensive cleanup efforts. However, the thousands of animals that call the parks home, particularly at
Marley the Crocodile Removed from DinoLand U.S.A. as Preparations Begin for New Animal Kingdom Land
Marley, the American crocodile who called DinoLand U.S.A. home, has officially been removed from his former habitat as Disney’s Animal Kingdom gears up for big changes. The pool that once housed Marley has been drained, and the informational sign about him and his species has also been taken down, signaling
Two Week old Baby Cotton Top Tamarins Spotted at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney’s Animal Kingdom has welcomed its second set of cotton-top tamarin babies this year! As we recently reported, Disney welcomed the adorable babies into the Animal Kingdom family last month. During a recent visit, we spotted these adorable two-week-old twins clinging tightly to their mom as she moved through the
New Manatee Joins The Seas in EPCOT
New Manatee Joins The Seas in EPCOT A new manatee has joined the aquatic family at The Seas with Nemo & Friends in EPCOT, filling the void left by Lou’s recent move. Related – EPCOT Extending Theme Park Hours for 2024 Festival of the Holidays The Seas with Nemo &
Sohni the Sumatran Tiger Pregnant Once Again at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Sohni the Sumatran Tiger Pregnant Once Again at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Dr. Mark Penning, Disney’s VP of Animals, Science & Environment, shared exciting news: Sohni the Sumatran tiger is expecting. Related – New Permits Filed for DinoLand U.S.A. Transformation at the Animal Kingdom Dr. Mark Penning recently shared a heartwarming
Tour de Turtles Returns for its 17th Year at Disney’s Vero Beach Resort
Disney’s Tour de Turtles: A 17-Year Commitment to Sea Turtle Conservation Disney’s Vero Beach Resort is once again making waves in sea turtle conservation as it kicks off the 17th annual Tour de Turtles. This year, the Disney Conservation Team is celebrating a remarkable milestone: over 22,000 sea turtle nests
Four Striped Newcomers: A Baby Boom at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Four Striped Newcomers: A Baby Boom at Disney’s Animal Kingdom A flurry of black and white stripes has taken over Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Animal Kingdom Lodge this summer, as four adorable Hartmann mountain zebra foals have made their debut. Each foal boasts a unique personality as they explore their
Newborn Zebra Foal Joins Kilimanjaro Safaris Herd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Newborn Zebra Foal Joins Kilimanjaro Safaris Herd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom There’s a new set of stripes on the savanna! A Hartmann’s mountain zebra foal has arrived at Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Related – Safari Chic: New Animal Kingdom Lodge Ear Headband is a Wild Find! Dr. Mark
Newborn Eland Calf Joins the Family at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
Newborn Eland Calf Joins Animal Family at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is delighted to announce the recent birth of a healthy eland calf. The newest addition, a female, is the first offspring of mother Cleo. Related – Newborn Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra Foal Arrives at Disney’s Animal
Newborn Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra Foal Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge
New Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra Foal Arrives at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge is excited to announce the birth of a healthy Hartmann’s mountain zebra foal on June 13. The newest addition to the Lodge’s animal family is a female, and both mother and baby are thriving. Related
