Red Ruffed Lemur

The red ruffed lemur is one of two species in the genus Varecia, the ruffed lemurs; the other is the black-and-white ruffed lemur (Varecia variegata). Like all lemurs, it is native to Madagascar and occurs only in the rainforests of Masoala, in the northeast of the island.It is one of the largest primates of Madagascar .

 

Ring-Tailed Lemur

Found only in Madagascar, lemurs, are an endangered species. Oliver, our ring-tailed lemur is enjoyed by all age groups of children and adults.  He was raised here in our home as a baby and came to us in 2008.  He is available for birthday parties, corporate events, and public events. He makes for an interesting animal encounter and will have your guest talking for days.

 

Baby Vervet Monkey

The vervet monkey or simply vervet, is an Old World monkey of the family Cercopithecidae native to Africa. The term “vervet” is also used to refer to all the members of the genus Chlorocebus. The five distinct subspecies can be found mostly throughout Southern Africa, as well as some of the eastern countries.


 

Red Kangaroo Joey

Red Kangoroos are the largest of all kangaroos, the largest mammal native to Australia, and the largest extant marsupial. Kangaroos are adept swimmers, and often flee into waterways if threatened by a predator. If pursued into the water, a kangaroo may use its forepaws to hold the predator underwater so as to drown it.Wikipedia contributors. “Red kangaroo.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 21 Feb. 2016. Web. 27 Feb. 2016.


 

Wallaby

A wallaby is a small- or mid-sized macropod found in Australia and New Guinea. They belong to the same taxonomic family as kangaroos and sometimes the same genus, but kangaroos are specifically categorised into the six largest species of the family.Wikipedia contributors. “Wallaby.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 6 Feb. 2016. Web. 27 Feb. 2016.


 

Keel-billed toucan

The keel-billed toucan (Ramphastos sulfuratus), also known as sulfur-breasted toucan or rainbow-billed toucan, is a colorful Latin American member of the toucan family. It is the national bird of Belize. “Keel-billed toucan.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 9 Jan. 2017. Web. 10 Jan. 2017.


 

Genet

Large spotted genets are native to South Africa with their relatives the common genet commonly found all over Africa, Southern Europe and parts of the Middle East.  Genets have no relation to a cat even though they have similar qualities.  This small carnivore is very agile and playful at times.  Genets are frightened very easily making Smokey, our genet, only available for older calmer children.


 

Chinchilla

Chinchillas are crepuscular (most active around dawn and dusk) rodents, slightly larger and more robust than ground squirrels. They are native to the Andes mountains in South America and live in colonies called “herds” at high altitudes up to 4,270 metres (14,000 ft). Historically, chinchillas lived in the Andes of Bolivia, Peru, and Chile, but today colonies in the wild remain only in Peru and Chile at altitudes of over 5000m.Wikipedia contributors. “Chinchilla.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 26 Feb. 2016. Web. 27 Feb. 2016.


 

Fennec Fox

The Fennec Fox is a small nocturnal fox found in the Sahara of North Africa. Its most distinctive feature is its unusually large ears, which also serve to dissipate heat. Its name comes from the Arabic word (fanak), which means fox, and the species name zerda comes from the Greek word xeros which means dry, referring to the fox’s habitat. The fennec is the smallest species of canid. Its coat, ears, and kidney functions have adapted to high-temperature, low-water, desert environments. In addition, its hearing is sensitive enough to hear prey moving underground. It mainly eats insects, small mammals, and birds.


 

Hedgehog

Salt, our african pygmy hedgehog, is a nocturnal mammal but is always happy to wake up and great children at birthday parties, vacation bible schools, libraries, and school programs. Having around 5-6,000 quills over her body makes her look intimidating but she is very sweet at heart. Children of all ages love to touch her quills and watch her go crazy for a mealworm.
While feeding mostly on insects in the wild they are considered omnivores because they often will eat frogs, earthworms, and other small prey when given the opportunity.


 

Tenrec

Description of tenrec: A tenrec is any species of mammal within the family Tenrecidae, found on Madagascar and in parts of the African mainland.Tenrecs are widely diverse; as a result of convergent evolution they resemble hedgehogs, shrews, opossums, mice and even otters. They occupy aquatic, arboreal, terrestrial and fossorial environments. Some of these species, including the greater hedgehog tenrec, can be found in the Madagascar dry deciduous forests.


 

Crested porcupine

The crested porcupine (Hystrix cristata) is a species of rodent in the Hystricidae family. It is extant in mainland Italy, Sicily, North Africa and sub-Saharan Africa and greet kids of all ages.Wikipedia contributors. “Crested porcupine.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 12 Dec. 2015. Web. 27 Feb. 2016.


 

Otter

Available only for Schools, Corporate Events and Adult Parties, not available for Birthday Parties


 

Kinkajou The kinkajou (Potos flavus) is a rainforest mammal of the family Procyonidae related to olingos, coatis, raccoons, and the ringtail and cacomistle. It is the only member of the genus Potos and is also known as the “honey bear” (a name that it shares with the sun bear). Kinkajous may be mistaken for ferrets or monkeys, but are not closely related to either. Native to Central America and South America, this mostly frugivorous, arboreal mammal is not an endangered species, though it is seldom seen by people because of its strict nocturnal habits. However, they are hunted for the pet trade, for their fur (to make wallets and horse saddles) and for their meat.Wikipedia contributors. “Kinkajou.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 17 Feb. 2016. Web. 27 Feb. 2016.

 

Brazilian short tailed oposum

The gray short-tailed opossum (Monodelphis domestica) is a small South American member of the Didelphidae family of opossums. It was the first marsupial to have its genome sequenced. The opossum is used as a research model in science, and is also frequently found in the exotic pet trade. It is also known as the Brazilian opossum, rainforest opossum and in a research setting the laboratory opossum.


French Lop Rabbits

The French Lop Rabbit was first bred in France around 1850 and established in France as a rabbit for meat during the mid-19th century. It is believed to have been produced by crossing two existing breeds, the English Lop and the Butterfly Rabbit of France. The Butterfly Rabbit is still bred in France and can be seen at the Grand Prix Show in Paris. This rabbit closely resembles our Flemish Giant of today, but is shorter in body length and weighs approximately 15 pounds.


Bearded Dragon

Native to Australia, bearded dragons, are an exceptional reptile to have around and at functions. Their personalities are low keyed and they love every one of all ages. Plus the kids get to meet a real live “Dragon.”


Goffin Cockatoo

The Tanimbar corella (Cacatua goffiniana) also known as Goffin’s cockatoo or Goffin’s corella, is a species of cockatoo endemic to forests of Yamdena, Larat and Selaru, all islands in the Tanimbar Islands archipelago in Indonesia. The species has been introduced at the Kai Islands, Indonesia, Puerto Rico and Singapore. This species was only formally described in 2004.Wikipedia contributors. “Tanimbar corella.” Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia. Wikipedia, The Free Encyclopedia, 25 Nov. 2015. Web. 27 Feb. 2016.


Skunk ( We have special permits for them)

Skunks are North and South American mammals in the family Mephitidae. Not related to polecats which are in the weasel family, the closest Old World relative to the skunk is the stink badger.


Three Banded Armadillo

The Brazilian three-banded armadillo is an armadillo species endemic to Brazil, where it is known as tatu-bola. It is one of only two species of armadillo that can roll into a ball. It has suffered a 30% decline in population in the last 10 years.


Tamandua

Tamandua is a genus of anteaters with two species: the southern tamandua and the northern tamandua.


We are a budding business constantly changing as we grow. There are many new and exciting animals that are not listed above. We do take in some recues and misplaced animals.  All of our ambasssadors were either from homes that could no longer care for them or raised by us from babies.

There is no guarantee all the animals can make it. Our ambasssadors have bad days just like you and I.  In the event that happens they will have a substitute fill in for them.


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We offer a Combination Of Domesticated Animals And Some Wild Species. All your birthday parties will take a Walk On The Wild Side with our animals. We are committed to teaching children and adults about wildlife. Animal programs have always been a big hit. Of course it’s not just about the fun of seeing exotic animals up close. In our animal programs we want the kids to learn about them in the process and to be inspired to do great things as adults to help preserve our home, Earth. This Earth deserves a voice and by teaching about its wonders maybe that voice will be the children we taught today.





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Red Ruffed Lemur

Blk Ruff Lemur

Red Kangaroo Joey

Wallaby Joey

Fennec Fox

Kinkajou

Hedgehog

Tenrec

3 Banded Armadillo

Genet

Chinchilla

Skunk

Mollucan Cockatoo

Rode-Breasted Cockatoo

Ball Python

Hognose Snake

Bearded Dragon

Gila Monster

Caladonian Gecko

Eyelash Gecko

Toucan

Kookaburra

Tamandua

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We are a budding business constantly changing as we grow. There are many new and exciting animals that are not listed above. We do take in some recues and misplaced animals.  All of our ambasssadors were either from homes that could no longer care for them or raised by us from babies.

There is no guarantee all the animals can make it. Our ambasssadors have bad days just like you and I.  In the event that happens they will have a substitute fill in for them.