Our team works closely with our veterinarian to evaluate each species’ natural behaviors, preferences, and safety needs. Enrichment is rotated regularly and adjusted based on seasonal factors, health, and individual personalities.

Tortoises may be slow, but they’re inquisitive! We offer varied terrain, edible enrichment like leafy greens, and objects to climb or push. These activities support physical health and natural foraging.

These curious birds be a bit picky! Some individuals prefer food-based enrichment like ice, mealworms, or other tasty treats, while others enjoy playing with browse, hanging objects, or exploring varied substrates. We tailor enrichment to each bird’s preferences to encourage pecking, foraging, and natural behaviors—always keeping their comfort and curiosity in mind.

While our parrots are housed safely, they are given opportunities for wing flapping, climbing, and movement through perches and play structures. We also offer them the chance to come out of their enclosures to engage directly with our keepers. Sometimes they enthusiastically participate—and sometimes they choose to stay in their housing. That’s perfectly okay! Respecting choice is a key part of our animal care philosophy, and we always prioritize the comfort and autonomy of each individual bird.

Parrots are highly intelligent and social. We provide foraging toys, mirrors, musical stimuli, and training sessions to challenge their minds and encourage vocalization and interaction.

We rotate items like scents, physical toys designed for large animals, cardboard structures, and novel objects to encourage exploration, play, and natural hunting instincts. Our keepers also like to get a little silly and creative—don’t be surprised if you see them running around with pool noodles and streamers or kicking balls to spark our lions’ curiosity and engagement! These playful interactions help stimulate natural behaviors and build trust, all while keeping things fun for both animals and staff