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Behind-the-Scenes

Wild Connections

Animal Encounters
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TAMANDUA
To learn more about the Zoo’s
Wild Connections programs,
including prices, or to register, visit
brookfieldzoo.org/wildconnections. New!

These five new up‑close, one‑on‑ Animal
one encounters give our guests Ambassador
opportunities to connect with and
learn about species residing at the Adventure
Zoo. Act fast because the number WHEN: On select days from May 3
of sessions is limited and they are until November 17. [Sloth encounters
filling up fast. Unless stated otherwise, are SOLD OUT in 2024.]
each session lasts approximately
30 minutes and starts promptly. WHERE: Hamill Family FLAMINGOS
A signed liability waiver is required. Wild Encounters
TICKETS: $150 for 1 or 2 participants
*Although rare, these sessions may be
canceled at any time due to animal welfare Get up close and personal with one New!
concerns, dangerous weather, or staff needs. of the mammals from our Animal
Ambassador program. These engaging Flamingo
animals include a sloth, prehensile‑ Feeding
tailed porcupine, Cape porcupine,
tamandua (lesser anteater), and Adventure
others! Our Ambassadors are great at
meeting guests. Learn about the animal, WHEN: On select days from
including its favorite foods, how our May 27 until Labor Day
animal care specialists work with the WHERE: The Swamp
animal, and how the Zoo promotes TICKETS: $100 for 1 to 5 participants
its conservation. For ages 8 and up.
Help our animal care specialists feed
the flamingo flock. Learn what foods
American flamingos eat that produce
their scarlet coloring, how to safely feed
the birds and walk around the flock, and
other riveting facts about these beautiful
and graceful birds. For ages 8 and up.

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