PROGRAMS> Wildlife Safari: ENJOY AN EDUCATIONAL AND CAPTIVATING WILDLIFE PRESENTATION... WE BRING THE ZOO TO YOU

For over a decade we have captivated viewers with an array of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, spiders and insects from around the world. The entertaining and informative 45-60 minute presentation allows participants the opportunity to observe and learn about the biology and ecology of each animal, identifying the great importance of each species in the ecosystem. Each Wildlife Education team is fun and dynamic, often including stories from their own adventures while travelling through some of the last remaining wild places- from deserts to jungles, deep caves to high mountain tops.

Whether you’re a classroom with a few students or an auditorium with hundreds of people, we can accommodate you. Each presentation can be tailored to meet your needs: the age group, curriculum and/or event theme. Over the years, we have visited places such as the Ontario Science Centre, Science North, CN Tower and countless schools, libraries, summer camps, Scouting/Guiding functions, church groups, corporate events and resorts. We have appeared on TV shows as The Zone (YTV), TVO-Kids, This is Daniel Cook, Kratts’ Creatures, Animal Housecalls, Canada AM and the Discovery Channel.

Are the animals safe for public display and are they treated humanely?

Animals that we have used in the past have included: Leopards, Tigers, Lions, Wolves, Coyotes, Foxes, Red-tailed Hawk, giant Burmese Python and an Alligator. For an updated list of available animals for outreach, please follow this link >>> Animals Available for Outreach. The animals live at Jungle Cat World Wildlife Park, established in 1983 and first accredited in 1989 by the Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums (CAZA ). This non-profit organization was established to promote the welfare of animals and encourage the advancement and improvement of education, conservation and science. Certification is granted once a thorough inspection is made of the facility examining all facets of the institution, such as animal health, public safety and active conservation/education programs. Most Municipalities, such as Toronto, have by-laws that require all live animal presentations to come from fully CAZA accredited institutions.

All the animals are regularly handled and conditioned, from the scorpions and snakes, to the owls and wolves. All large-growing predatory mammals used are young and playful, usually less than a year old. The Animal Coordinator at each presentation is responsible for the safety and welfare of the animals.