Great Horned Owls Return to Disney’s Animal Kingdom to Nest and Hatch Chicks

A Great Horned Owl peeks over a weathered tree trunk, surrounded by green leaves and palm fronds near its nest.

In the midst of new births at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, a mating pair of Great Horned Owls have returned to Disney’s Animal Kingdom to nest and hatch chicks. According to WDWNT reader, Mark Johnson, the pair of Florida-Native Great Horned Owls have been visiting the Maharajah Jungle Trek each spring season over the last several … Read more

Disney’s Animal Kingdom Welcomes First Tiger Cub in 7 Years

A tiger with its cub lying on a sandy surface. The cub is nursing from the adult tiger, which is looking towards the camera.

Walt Disney World recently welcomed a newborn Sumatran tiger cub named Bakso. Newborn Sumatran Tiger Cub at Animal Kingdom The 3-week-old cub was born to mom Sohni. The two are currently spending their time bonding backstage but Bakso will appear on the Maharajah Jungle Trek in a few months. Tiger cubs need their mother’s care … Read more

Maharajah Jungle Trek Undergoes Refurbishment in Disney’s Animal Kingdom

Ahead of its 25th anniversary in April, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is getting some love and care, including pressure washing at Maharajah Jungle Trek. The roof over the entrance sign looks dirty, though that may also just be the worn look of the area. We could see workers actively pressue washing the back of the aviary. … Read more

A Complete Guide to the Reopening of Disney’s Animal Kingdom

After an extended closure of nearly four months, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is finally open to guests once again. In order to create an environment that is safe for park-goers, Disney has implemented significant changes in nearly every aspect of the park, from attractions to shopping, and dining. For now, Disney’s Animal Kingdom is not the … Read more