Tag: Disney’s Animal Kingdom
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New Disney’s Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Show Gets Opening Timeline
Disney Animal Kingdom will be welcoming ‘Zootopia: Better Zoogether!’ to the Tree of Life in late 2025.
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DINOSAUR to Remain Open at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Throughout 2025
DINOSAUR at Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be remaining open throughout 2025 before closing to make way for the Tropicals Americas land.
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Say Goodbye to Two Beloved African Lions and Hello to Three New African Lions
Two beloved African lions are set to retire at Disney’s Animal Kingdom and three new lions will be taking their place.
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Satu’li Canteen to Serve Breakfast Once Again at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Here’s the Menu
Starting on November 1, 2024, Satu’li Canteen will again be serving breakfast at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The popular restaurant in Pandora – The World of Avatar will be opening at 8:00 AM starting on November 1st and serving breakfast before switching over to its lunch/dinner menu. Below is a look at the breakfast menu for…
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The Longest Day – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #733
Mr. Daps and Caitie Bear talk about a lot of Disney and positive stuff after the longest day ever!
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TriceraTop Spin To Permanently Close in January 2025
TricerTop Spin in DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom has a closing date ahead of the Tropical Americas reimagining.
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Meet The Broadway Bradshaws From ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!’
Meet a married couple who are both in ‘Finding Nemo: The Big Blue…and Beyond!’ at Disney’s Animal Kingdom.
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Former Imagineer Joe Rohde Shares About Contributions to Disney and What it Means to Become Disney Legend
On Sunday, August 11, 2024, the newest class of Disney Legends will be inducted during a ceremony at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, the ceremony will see Colleen Atwood, Angela Bassett, Martha Blanding, James L. Brooks, James Cameron, Jamie Lee Curtis, Miley Cyrus, Steve Ditko, Harrison Ford, Mark Henn, Frank…
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It’s All About Zebras This Summer at Walt Disney World Resort
Zebra fans will want to visit Disney’s Animal Kingdom this summer where there are four new zebra foals on the savannah!
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Geek Eats: ‘The Lion King’ 30th Anniversary Treats at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
Disney’s The Lion King first arrived in theaters 30 years ago! When it arrived in theaters, moviegoers were charmed by the characters, the music, and the story itself. It became an instant classic. Now, 30 years later, Disney’s Animal Kingdom will be celebrating this iconic Disney film from June 10 through September 9, 2024. Part…
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Pandora – The World of Avatar | DISNEY THIS DAY | May 27, 2017
On this day in 2017, Pandora – The World of ‘Avatar’ opened at Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World. The land brings the Valley of Mo’ara from the world of Pandora to life, a generation after the events of the ‘Avatar’ movies. It features two headline attractions, Na’vi River Journey and ‘Avatar’ Flight of…
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Walt Disney World Resort Baby Care Centers Guide
Visiting a Disney park with a baby is a magical thing. It seems that everything is a bit brighter, happier, and more magical. It can be a bit daunting, however. With there being a lot of firsts for baby and parents, the unknowns can be a bit overwhelming. Thankfully there are things called Baby Care…
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Did You Know That Disney’s Animal Kingdom Has These 8 Endangered Species?
Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the home to 300 different species of animals. Of these hundreds of different species, 8 are currently endangered species. Recently, the Disney Parks Blog shared a look at these animals. They can be seen below. 1. Painted Dog At Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we have six painted dogs on the African savannas. Right now,…
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Secrets of Disney’s Birds Revealed Through Cutting-Edge Technology
Earth Day, and the 26th anniversary of Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World, is fast approaching. Everyday we learn more and more about what’s happening at Animal Kingdom for Earth Day and Earth Month. One thing you might not realize is the behavior of birds. Birds roam freely, and there’s usually not much we…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Celebrate 30th Anniversary of ‘The Lion King’
Have a “roaring” good time this summer at Disney’s Animal Kingdom as the park celebrates the 30th anniversary of “The Lion King.”
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Kali River Rapids | DISNEY THIS DAY | March 18, 1999
On this day in 1999, the Kali River Rapids attraction opened at Disney’s Animal Kingdom in Florida, nearly a year after the park opened. Guests embark on a rafting expedition hosted by Kali Rapids Expeditions through the lush jungles of Asia. However, evidence of illegal logging along the way delivers a warning about the destruction…
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Disney’s Animal Kingdom Debuts New Baby Elephant
A new baby elephant has debuted at Disney’s Animal Kingdom today. This 312-pound calf named Corra is a two-months old African elephant. In a fun family story, Corra’s mother, Nadirah, was also born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. This makes Corra the first second-generation elephant in Disney Animal Kingdom’s history. Corra will be no stranger on the…
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Baby Okapi Makes First Appearance at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
A rare baby Okapi has made its first appearance at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Guests on the Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail could see this youngster. Scott Terrell, DVM, DACVP, Director of Animal & Science Operations, Walt Disney Parks & Resorts shared about the arrival of this young one named Elijah. Read about it here: What do…
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Finding Nemo: The Musical | DISNEY THIS DAY | January 24, 2007
On this day in 2007, the stage show ‘Finding Nemo: The Musical’ premiered in Disney’s Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World. It was the first time Disney had created a musical show for the parks out of a non-musical movie. As a result, all of its songs had to be written especially for the show.…
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From 3D Printed Remote-controlled Toys to Tasty Popsicles: Even Disney Animals Are Having Fun
Technology and innovative thinking enhance quality of life and encourage natural behaviors for animals at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla (Dec. 22, 2023) – By employing the latest in 3D printing, motorized mechanics, and innovative uses for recycled items, the creative minds at Walt Disney Imagineering…
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New Baby Elephant Born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
For the first time in seven years, a new baby elephant has been born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The African elephant calf was born to Nadirah and mother and daughter are currently backstage bonding. Disney shares that the new calf is “bringing plenty of joy to our animal care team this holiday season.” The new little…
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A Holiday Trip – GEEKS CORNER – Episode #690
Welcome to GEEKS CORNER! This week the Geeks have just returned from experiencing the holidays at Walt Disney World Resort. They talk about the highlights of the holiday offerings of their trip, the debut of Luminous – The Symphony of Us, and other Disney news throughout the course of this episode. There are also a…
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Merry Menagerie Brings Extra Holiday Magic to Disney’s Animal Kingdom
The Merry Menagerie at Disney’s Animal Kingdom is not a new holiday offering. However, it is a magical memory maker for guests visiting this park that should not be missed. Some of the Daps Magic team had the opportunity to check out this interactive entertainment offering at Walt Disney World this week and it was…
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New Residents at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park – and Beyond – Embody the Magic of Nature at Walt Disney World Resort
New arrivals celebrate the resort’s commitment to conservation and species around the world LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. (Sept. 20, 2023) – It’s been a busy year at Walt Disney World Resort, as The Most Magical Place on Earth has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents. The range of births is tremendously diverse,…