Disney Animal Kingdom Park

Welcome to all things Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida!

  • Oct- 2021 -
    29 October
    A group of giant tortoises enjoy a magical Walt Disney World-inspired enrichment activity as they munch on a bright orange pumpkin placed on the ground, bringing a touch of festive fun to their day.
    Brittany DiCologero
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    Disney Cast Members Share Photos of Pumpkin Enrichment for Animals at Walt Disney World

    We love when Disney's Animals, Science and Environment team gives us behind the scenes look at the animals who call the Walt Disney World Resort home, and these photos are especially adorable! Pumpkins are a great tool for Cast Members to use for enrichment for a wide variety of animals. These fall gourds are generally safe to be eaten (unless an animal requires a special diet) and they come with

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  • 29 October
    A pair of zebras—an adult and a baby—stride across the lush, green savanna at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge, their striking black and white stripes looking like they’ve just stepped out of an adventurous Disney safari experience.
    Brittany DiCologero
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    Disney Shares New Photos of Baby Zebra Born at Animal Kingdom Lodge

    Disney's Animals, Science and Environment team recently shared the news of a zebra birth at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge, and now we have new photos of the newest addition to the resort's savanna! This healthy female foal was recently born to mom Zoey, a Hartmann mountain zebra who resides on the savanna at Animal Kingdom Lodge. The birth is very exciting news for conservationists everywhere as t

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  • 24 October
    Meredith Smisek
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    A Survival Guide for “Jersey Week” at Walt Disney World

    Have you ever heard the term “Jersey Week” in reference to the Walt Disney World Resort?  If you’re not familiar with what it is, you might think it’s something official on the Disney calendar (it’s not). Or, that it has to do with wearing a sports jersey or spirit jersey (it doesn’t).  No, we’re talking about “Jersey” as in the state of New Jersey (my home state)! “Jersey WeekR

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  • 21 October
    The Tam Tam Drummers of Harambe, dressed in vibrant, patterned costumes and hats, flash big smiles as they strike a playful pose with fists under their chins by their signature drums. Their joyful energy radiates the festive atmosphere of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, delighting audiences with authentic West African rhythms and lively performances.
    Brittany DiCologero
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    Return Date Revealed for the Tam Tam Drummers in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

    Disney has been sharing return dates for lots of entertainment around the Walt Disney World Resort and we love seeing some of our favorite performers back in action. So far we've already seen select EPCOT World Showcase performers return, including Sergio the Juggler in the Italy pavilion the Matsuriza Taiko Drummers in the Japan pavilion, and Alberta Bound, the band who performs in the Canada pav

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  • 20 October
    Kidani Villas
    Sharon
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    Meet The Cast Members Behind Disney’s Conservation Fund

    Many Disney Guests or Disney Fanatics might not know that Disney World has devoted decades and millions of dollars to conservation efforts, but if you didn't know, you do now–because the Disney Conservation Fund has just awarded grants and funds to 60 more nonprofit organizations! The Disney Parks Blog also used the aforementioned announcement to shed a light on the Cast Members behind the s

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  • 20 October
    Gorilla Falls habitat at Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park
    Sharon
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    Disney’s Conservation Fund Sends Support to 60 More Non-Profits

    While Disney is often known for its focus on entertainment for Disney Guests (whether it's in the form of movies or in-person attractions), did you know that Disney also places a lot of focus on giving back in regards to issues like climate change? For Walt Disney World's 50th anniversary, Disney World kicked off the celebrations with donations totaling 3 million dollars to local charities in Flor

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  • 18 October
    Disney Characters
    Laura
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    Just the Basics: A Cheat Sheet of Essential Disney Lingo

    Are you making plans for an upcoming Disney vacation? Whether you’re heading to Walt Disney World Resort during the 50th Anniversary Celebrations or sometime later on (or even considering a future trip to Disneyland or aboard a Disney Cruise), there are certain terms and phrases you may want to familiarize yourself with beforehand. Some of the vocabulary exclusive to Disney may even seem like a fo

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  • 14 October
    Mickey Mouse, wearing a festive red and green outfit with snowflakes, poses cheerfully on a decorated Main Street in a theme park. The street features wreaths and garlands, and a castle is visible in the background at Disney World.
    Sharon
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    Disney Brings “Sunset Seasons Greetings” Back to Hollywood Studios For The Holidays

    Are you a frequent Disney Guest who loves experiencing holiday celebrations at Walt Disney World? If so, you're in luck! Disney announced on the Disney Parks Blog that “Sunset Seasons Greetings” is coming back to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, “where each evening holiday magic transforms the famous Hollywood Tower Hotel into a Muppets gingerbread masterpiece, a ‘Toy Story”' to

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  • 14 October
    Merry Menagerie
    Brittany DiCologero
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    Fan-Favorite “Merry Menagerie” Will Return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom for the Holidays

    During the phased reopening of the Walt Disney World Resort for the holidays last year, we missed a number of holiday traditions around the resort. One of those missing events last year was actually something relatively new. The Merry Menagerie at Disney's Animal Kingdom, streetmosphere entertainment with performers bringing life-sized handmade puppets of different wildlife around Discovery Island

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  • 14 October
    A young guest strikes a playful, wide-eyed pose from inside the jaws of a giant shark model—mirroring the infectious excitement found on Walt Disney World’s most thrilling attractions.
    Meredith Smisek
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    9 Things Kids Love More Than Rides at Walt Disney World Resort

    You've arrived with your family for your magical Disney vacation. You know each ride's height requirement, you've noted everyone's “must-do's”, and have reserved all the most in-demand dining. You got cooling fans for everyone, since you'll surely be spending long days in the theme parks. And then, it happens. Just a few hours into a park day, they want to go back to the resort and go

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