These lizards are native to the Caribbean islands of Hispaniola, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic.
Don’t let the name fool you - no, these ground dwelling reptiles are not part of the rhino family.ĭisney said they get their name from their rhino-like “horns,” which are actually scales. Mac: African elephantįound in the Oasis is Sid, one of the park’s rhinoceros iguanas.
“We share the learnings we get working with these animals with animal care professionals around the globe.”Ĭheck out some of the opening-day animals and some fun facts about them below. Mark Penning, vice president of Disney’s Animal, Science and Enviornment. “The care we provide to our animals here at Disney’s Animal Kingdom actually extends way beyond the park,” said Dr. Out of those animals, 45 animals have been at the park since day one, with some arriving almost a year before the theme park opened to its first guests. Since Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the largest of the four Walt Disney World parks, there are seemingly endless experiences to be had - but one of the biggest draws is, of course, its animals.ĭisney’s Animal Kingdom is home to about 2,000 different animals, representing approximately 300 species. The animal park opened on Earth Day in 1998, and this year, on April 22, it will celebrate its 25th anniversary. – Disney’s Animal Kingdom has been creating magical memories for its guests year after year.įrom its amazing attractions, shows and to its world renowned dining experiences.
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