Journey into the mysterious world of one of the world’s most misunderstood mammals – skunks – alongside a National Aviary expert!

Venture to the Helen M. Schmidt FliteZone™ Theater to meet one of these nocturnal neighbors (one of our NEW Striped Skunk sisters!) up close, learn about the crucial importance of biodiversity, AND meet another forest-dwelling Animal Ambassador.

In a quiet national park at dusk, a Eurasian Eagle-Owl silently drifts between towering trees. Across the globe, the precise maneuvers of a hawk cut through the open sky. Each of these birds of prey reigns supreme at the top of their respective food chains. Dive more into these unique species (and even more fascinating birds!) during Passport to Parks, presented by AAA Travel.

A Rainbow Lorikeet’s best magic trick? Their ability to feed on nectar through a specialized U-shaped tongue. See this magic trick UP CLOSE when you Hand-feed Rainbow Lorikeets!

Peregrine Falcons are the FASTEST animal on the planet, reaching maximum speeds of more than 200 miles per hour…Now you can experience that same thrill using our virtual reality flight simulator, Birdly® allows you to choose your destination, from over the Amazon Rainforest to around the tall skyscrapers of New York City.

Interactive Play Spaces are included with General Admission.

• Wildwood Cabin: Build your very own log cabin with our wooden building blocks, and even “camp” there! 
• Woodland Puppet Theater: You’re invited to a woodland animal party that YOU create using plush avian puppets. 
• What’s in a Tree? Sensory Table: Leaves, fruit, nests, bugs, and birds – explore what lives in and around forest trees. 
• Color Your Own Critter: Watch as YOUR woodland critter creations come to life on-screen with Draw Alive! 
• Forests Climb and Play: Pretend to be a forest-dwelling eagle in our larger-than-life birds’ nest, weather permitting.
• Storybook Nook: Cozy up on a tree stump cushion and read a story full of forest friends practically flying off the page!