When we think about Walt Disney World, the topic of conservation and animal welfare is rarely what comes to mind. However, thanks to people like Dr. Jill Mellen, a former Cast Member at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, that has always been the top priority of the theme park. This week, we
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Bob Iger congratulates the Animal Kingdom Care Team for winning prestigious award
In a recent tweet, Bob Iger shares a message on how he is very proud of the Animal Kingdom Care Team for winning a prestigious award… I have always been very proud of our team at Disney's Animal Kingdom, who set extremely high standards and live by them every day.
Disney’s Animal Care Team Earns Prestigious AZA Accreditation
Disney’s Animal Care Team earns the prestigious AZA Accreditation! Even with the Disney Parks closed, Disney’s Animal Care Team is still working hard to keep the animals happy and healthy, especially at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Animal Kingdom Lodge. Disney Parks Blog shared that Disney’s Animal Care Team has been
Discovery Cove Announces Birth of Spotted Eagles Ray Pups
As families around the world prepare to celebrate Mother’s Day, Discovery Cove® is thrilled to announce the birth of two spotted eagle rays, a threatened marine species which is a part of the Species Survival Plan® (SSP) of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). Born April 2nd, the pups are
Animal Kingdom Babies Born in 2018
Who doesn’t love baby animals? Disney’s Animal Kingdom has brought so many adorable babies into the world in 2018! What a better way to ring in 2019 with reminiscing over these adorable 2018 Animal Kingdom babies. First, we will start with the not so little, Agustus! This little man is
Disney Receives Honors From AZA
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) recently honored Disney Parks during its recent Seattle conference. Both the Animal Kingdom and The Seas With Nemo and Friends at EPCOT were recognized by AZA recognized for their conservation efforts awarding them the William G. Conway International Conservation Award. This prestigious award is given
Disney Animal Keeper Combines Art and Care to Help Endangered Rhinos
As a rhinoceros keeper at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Chad Harmon tends to some of the toughest, strongest animals on the planet. He recently channeled that passion into an arts auction that raised approximately $6000 for the endangered animals. For the Horns to Heroes project, Harmon used one of the rhinos
“Strong as a Rock,” Disney’s Baby Elephant Receives Swahili Name
With a birth weight of 311 pounds, the most recent elephant born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been fittingly named Jabali, or “strong as a rock” in Swahili. According to zoological managers, the masculine name is well-suited for a baby elephant that could grow to an adult weight of more
New Baby Elephant Takes Center Stage at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
The elephant herd at Disney’s Animal Kingdom got just a little larger with the birth of a baby calf. Weighing 311 pounds, the male African elephant was welcomed into the group by his mother Vasha, 10 herd members and a team of animal care professionals assisting with the birth. The
Disney Leads Team to South Africa on Special Mission: Elephant Sterilizations
A two-week visit to South Africa requires thoughtful planning, a good book for the long flights and efficient packing skills. Now imagine that your trip includes a vasectomy – for an elephant. Better not forget anything. As they prepare to leave from Orlando International Airport, a team from Disney’s Animal
Disney’s Animal Kingdom gets a new resident
Luna, the fifth elephant baby to be born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, is introduced to the park’s savanna less than a month after her May 20, 2010 birth. Luna and her mom, Donna, spend part of the day with their elephant family group along the Kilimanjaro Safaris route. There are
AZA’s Conservation Endowment Fund Announces Grants to Conservation Projects Worldwide
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Conservation Endowment Fund (CEF) has granted $160,000 to 8 wildlife conservation initiatives. “From crocodiles to lemurs to ferrets, AZA-accredited zoos and aquariums and their partners are at the forefront of wildlife conservation here in North America and around the world,” said AZA President
Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund Names 2010 ‘Disney Conservation Heroes’
The Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund (DWCF) announced the recipients of the “Disney Conservation Heroes” award for 2010 today during the annual meeting of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The award recognizes citizens around the world for their tireless efforts at the local level to save wildlife, protect habitats
Baby Warthogs and Oryx Calves Join Disney’s Animal Kingdom Family
Babies abound at Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer, which has seen multiple births over the past few weeks. Adding the pitter-patter of tiny hooves to the herd: three baby warthogs and two oryx calves. Earlier this month, Disney’s Animal Kingdom welcomed three baby warthogs, all males — born July 1.
