It’s been an exhilarating year at Walt Disney World Resort as Animal Kingdom welcomed more than 300 baby animals in 2023. This impressive number includes aquatic creatures at The Seas with Nemo & Friends at Epcot, unique mammals, and over 150 birds. Each new birth plays an essential role in maintaining healthy animal populations and supporting global conservation efforts.
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. Pixie the Shetland pony foal was born at Tri-Circle-D Ranch at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The new foal has already taken her first steps in training to one day join the Cinderella carriage team with her mom Lady and sister Lilly. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Some of the adorable new additions include a cuttlefish, an eagle ray pup, an aardvark, a red river hog piglet, and a wide variety of birds. These births contribute to the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Species Survival Plan, helping to ensure the survival of endangered species. Guests visiting Animal Kingdom can now see many of these young animals making their on-stage debuts.
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. Penny, a yellow-backed duiker baby, recently made her on-stage debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. With mom Pearl by her side, Penny may be seen by guests who look closely as they visit Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail presented by Off! Repellants. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Disney’s Dedicated Animal Care for Every Baby Animal
Disney’s Animals, Science, and Environment team works every day to provide expert care for these animals. Their dedication helps create nurturing environments that support healthy growth. The team fosters meaningful connections between people and wildlife by offering educational encounters and conservation-focused experiences throughout the park.
Conservation in Action: Animal Kingdom Baby Animals
The birth of these animals highlights Disney’s ongoing leadership in wildlife conservation. Every new arrival represents hope for endangered species while showcasing Disney’s commitment to protecting nature. These successes are a testament to the passion of Disney’s animal care experts.
Stay tuned for more inspiring stories from Animal Kingdom’s wildlife team and meet the newest members of the Disney animal family. Don’t miss our Animal Kingdom Baby Animals video featuring the cutest moments from this year’s arrivals!
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. Pixie the Shetland pony foal was born at Tri-Circle-D Ranch at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The new foal has already taken her first steps in training to one day join the Cinderella carriage team with her mom Lady and sister Lilly. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. Pixie the Shetland pony foal was born at Tri-Circle-D Ranch at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The new foal has already taken her first steps in training to one day join the Cinderella carriage team with her mom Lady and sister Lilly. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. Penny, a yellow-backed duiker baby, recently made her on-stage debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. With mom Pearl by her side, Penny may be seen by guests who look closely as they visit Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail presented by Off! Repellants. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. Penny, a yellow-backed duiker baby, recently made her on-stage debut at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. With mom Pearl by her side, Penny may be seen by guests who look closely as they visit Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail presented by Off! Repellants. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. Two Hartmann’s mountain zebra foals recently debuted at Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Born just six days apart, Cricket and Dot can be seen prancing around the savanna with their parents. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. Two Hartmann’s mountain zebra foals recently debuted at Kilimanjaro Safaris in Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park. Born just six days apart, Cricket and Dot can be seen prancing around the savanna with their parents. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. An adorable set of cotton-top tamarin twins were born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park recently. The playful pair love chasing each other through the trees while exploring their Discovery Island habitat and are amazingly acrobatic. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. An adorable set of cotton-top tamarin twins were born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park recently. The playful pair love chasing each other through the trees while exploring their Discovery Island habitat and are amazingly acrobatic. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. An adorable set of cotton-top tamarin twins were born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park recently. The playful pair love chasing each other through the trees while exploring their Discovery Island habitat and are amazingly acrobatic. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. An adorable set of cotton-top tamarin twins were born at Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park recently. The playful pair love chasing each other through the trees while exploring their Discovery Island habitat and are amazingly acrobatic. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
Walt Disney World Resort has welcomed the birth of more than 300 animal residents in 2023. Pixie the Shetland pony foal was born at Tri-Circle-D Ranch at Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground. The new foal has already taken her first steps in training to one day join the Cinderella carriage team with her mom Lady and sister Lilly. (Aaron Wockenfuss, Photographer)
