A former classmate recently asked me what I know about Star Wars at Walt Disney World. I decided to answer her with a blog post as my thoughts are much better organized when delivered in...
Purple glossy starlings live in open woodlands, eating mostly insects and fruits. They are fairly common in their native habitat of tropical Africa. They have beautiful metallic purple and green feathers and bright yellow eyes....
This interesting creature is a North Sulawesi babirusa. The name babirusa means “deer pig” in Malay, the native language of Indonesia. A wild member of the pig family, babirusas are omnivores and will eat almost...
Most cooperative and social of all the vultures, this Rüpell’s griffon vulture resides at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge – Kidani Village. While considered to be the highest flying of all birds, this one isn’t going...
It’s birthday time again, which gives me a great excuse to make a new Disney-themed cake. I suggested “Inside Out” for inspiration and my daughter approved the idea.
Mickey Mouse Ears are likely the most popular souvenir purchase at the Disney Parks. You can find them at all four theme parks and at Disney Springs as well. They’ll be shelved in stores and...
This week, I’m showing off the Mandarin drake. One of the most beautifully feathered of all ducks, this bird has a special place in my heart. My father kept them among his backyard bird collection,...
Late in 2014, new live acts came to World Showcase at Epcot. My favorite newcomers are the Flag Wavers of Sansepolcro. These charismatic young men proudly exhibit their talents in a colorful, energetic performance…a fabulous...
This gigantic reptile with impressive gaping jaws is the American crocodile. Outside of his normal habitat, you can find him in DinoLand U.S.A. at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. For a closer look, at a safe distance...
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by DizzneeMomma · Published 2015-03-25 · Last modified 2019-01-20
The large fruit bats at Disney’s Animal Kingdom are among my most favorite of all critters there. You can find an all-male colony of Malayan flying foxes in the bat house on Maharajah Jungle Trek....
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