Help Us Name Our Wallaroo Joey! 🦘💛
We’re thrilled to announce that it’s time to name our adorable Wallaroo joey, born to mom Kari in June 2024! This little girl has been growing up fast, and now we need your help to give her the perfect name.
Watch to hear the keepers give you the list of options for this adorable girl and then vote here: https://forms.gle/FcdoazQtZnguHm4RA
Voting ends on Wednesday, January 22nd, so don’t miss your chance to make your mark on this joey’s journey!
🥳 Happy Golden Birthday to Mguu! 🦏✨
Today, our sweet southern white rhino, Mguu, turns 5! 🌟 To celebrate her golden birthday, her amazing keepers made her a special treat that she absolutely loved. And of course, no rhino birthday is complete without Mguu’s favorite activity – a glorious mud bath! 🛁 This girl knows how to party rhino-style!
Let’s all wish Mguu the happiest of birthdays!
Who says you need snow to build a snowman? ❄️🐘 Our clever elephants are proving you don’t need winter weather to get into the holiday spirit! Watch as Valerie shows off her skills to create her own version of a snowman. 🎄✨
Merry Christmas from all of us at Wildlife Safari! 🎄🐾
Just a reminder, we’ll be closed on Christmas Day, but we look forward to seeing you soon!
🐻 Bear-y First Hibernation! 🐾
Our brown bears Teddy and Takelma are in the midst of their very first hibernation—and it's adorably chaotic! Watch as they figure out the art of cozying up, using bales of hay to create their den for the winter. It's all part of their natural instincts kicking in, along with taking cues from their more experienced neighbors!
At the end of the video, you'll see Chochmo and Takoda—our seasoned hibernation pros—already enjoying some down time in their perfectly crafted bed. 😴 They've got this thing down to a science!
Who else is ready to snuggle up for the winter like these bears?
Rise and Shine with Bandit! ☀️
Start your day the Bandit way—with a big yawn and a stretch! Our American badger Bandit is paws-itively adorable as he wakes up in the chilly morning air. Right now, Bandit is in torpor, a state where his body slows down to conserve energy during colder months. 🦡❄️
We hope you get to enjoy some extra restful moments like Bandit with the holidays quickly approaching!
ELEPHANT ELVES IS ALMOST HERE! 🐘🎄
Tava is putting her final festive touches on the elephant barn, hanging her stocking and waiting for YOU to join the fun this weekend! 🎁✨
Celebrate the season like never before with this one-of-a-kind experience at Wildlife Safari:
🎅 A meet-and-greet with Santa at the Elephant Barn
🍪 Cookies, cocoa, and coffee to keep you cozy
🎨 Unique elephant artwork for sale
📸 Photo opportunities with one of our elephants
Shuttles leave every 30 minutes from Safari Village starting at 12:00 PM, with the last bus at 2:00 PM. Join us for a holly jolly good time and celebrate the season in elephant style!
Don’t miss this unforgettable holiday event! 🎟️ Get your tickets now and create memories to treasure: https://wildlifesafari.net/pages/upcoming-events
Exciting Baby News at Wildlife Safari! 🦘
We’re thrilled to announce the arrival of a new wallaroo joey, born to mom Kari! At about 6 months old, this little one is just starting to peek out of Kari's pouch, taking its first tiny steps into the world. 🌏In about three more months, the joey will leave the pouch permanently to explore and bounce around on its own!
Our amazing keepers worked tirelessly to build trust with Kari, training her for pouch checks using all of her favorite yummy treats. Thanks to their efforts and Kari's bond with her team, we’ve been able to capture incredible images of the joey growing safely inside her pouch. ❤️
Fun Fact: When wallaroos are born, they’re only the size of a jelly bean! 😲They will then enter the safety of their mothers pouch where they continue to grow!
Check out the adorable video to see our newest bundle of joy and the special connection between Kari and her keepers. 📸✨ Come visit us at Wildlife Safari to celebrate this precious addition to our wallaroo troupe!
Celebrate International Cheetah Day with Us! 🐾🌍 Today, we honor the world’s fastest land animal and their fight for survival.
Here at Wildlife Safari, another week older means another week wilder for our two curious cubs, Hendrix and Zeppelin! 🐆💛
Zuri, the most genetically valuable female cheetah in North America, is raising her cubs solo for the very first time—and she’s proving to be an amazing mom. This milestone is not just a win for Wildlife Safari but a significant step in global cheetah conservation efforts. 🌟
Did you know? There are fewer than 7,000 cheetahs left in the wild, making conservation initiatives like ours more crucial than ever. Your support helps us provide a safe environment for cheetahs to thrive and contributes to their survival for generations to come.
🎥 Watch the video to see Zuri and her cubs in action, and join us in celebrating these magnificent creatures!
🌟 This Giving Tuesday, you can help us go the extra mile—literally! 🚐🐾
You can will help us hit the road and pave the way! Your donation will:
✔️ Support a new outreach vehicle to bring cheetahs, tortoises, cockatoos, and more to schools, hospitals, and community events 🐆📚
✔️ Fund key sidewalk improvements in Safari Village to ensure smooth, safe access for wheelchairs, strollers, and scooters ♿🌿
Together, we can make wildlife accessible to everyone.
👉 Donate today at https://wildlifesafari.net/products/donations and help us bring the wonder of the wild to all! #GivingTuesday
Moja the Elf is Here to Help! 🐘🎄
Watch as Moja gets into the holiday spirit, lending her trunk-tastic skills to decorate the elephant barn with festive candy canes! ❤️💚 She’s making sure everything is perfect for Elephant Elves on December 14th and 15th—and you won’t want to miss it!
This magical event includes:
🎅 A meet-and-greet with Santa at the Elephant Barn
🍪 Cookies, cocoa, and coffee to keep you cozy
🎨 Unique elephant artwork for sale
📸 Photo opportunities with one of our elephants
Shuttles leave every 30 minutes from Safari Village starting at 12:00 PM, with the last bus at 2:00 PM. Join us for a holly jolly good time and celebrate the season in elephant style!
Get your tickets now! https://wildlifesafari.net/products/elephant-elves
Meet Clint, Our Newest Marvel-Inspired Addition! 🦌🏹
Big news from the Safari—our elk herd just grew by one adorable little boy! Clint was born at the beginning of October and is already winning hearts with his curious personality and wobbly charm. 💚
Named after the sharp-shooting Avenger Hawkeye, Clint joins our Marvel-themed elk family alongside some of his new friends Tony, Steve, Natasha, Wanda and MJ! 🦸♂️
We’re so excited to watch Clint grow up with his superhero squad—he’s already showing us he’s got the heart of a hero. Be sure to keep an eye out for updates as this little guy finds his place in the herd!
Who else misses summer? 🐻💦 Throwback to Odie and Yogi living their best bear life in their pool this past summer! 🐾 These playful black bear brothers are now taking their first-ever winter naps as they enter torpor.
Torpor is a natural hibernation process for black bears, but it's a big milestone for Odie, Yogi, and their fellow cubs. Typically, young bears experience their first hibernation season with their mom to help guide them, so it’s a bit of a learning curve without her. Our team is working hard to ensure the cubs feel secure and undisturbed as they settle into their winter rest.
While the little ones are still curious and check on their keepers during care routines, our older bears, aged 15 and 16, are true hibernation pros—barely stirring at all! 💤 We’ll be keeping a close, quiet eye on all the bears as they rest up, and they’ll be back out for viewing in February. 🐻✨ Plus, we’re hoping to bring back our hibernation encounters next winter!
For now, let’s wish these sleepy bears sweet dreams. 🐾💤 Who’s excited to see them again in the spring? 🌸
