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Wildlife & Nature at Global Wildlife Center with Sulcata Tortoise - Birmingham

Wildlife & Nature at Global Wildlife Center with Sulcata Tortoise

Folsomeasy

Difficulty

easy

Duration

30 minutes

Fitness Level

All age groups and fitness levels can comfortably participate

Overview

Get hands-on with gentle Sulcata Tortoises at the Global Wildlife Center. Feed, learn, and craft in this engaging wildlife experience perfect for all ages.

Folsom, Louisiana

Sulcata Tortoise Snack & Craft!

30 Minutes • Must Be 6 Years and Older • Reservation Required

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About This Adventure

Embark on a unique 30-minute adventure with African Spurred Tortoises, where you'll feed these gentle giants their favorite snacks and create a tortoise-inspired keepsake. Guided by a friendly expert, discover fascinating stories about these ancient creatures while enjoying a hands-on experience perfect for all ages. Join the Shell-ebration!

Duration

30 Minutes. Maximum 4 people in enclosure at a time.

About

Get up close and personal with our Capybaras and feed them a special treat! This experience will last 30 minutes combined for all four guests and allows for the opportunity to go behind the scenes in the capy habitat and see the world's largest rodent up close. Guests will take a souvenir piece of Capy creativity home!

Suggested tour time after encounter: 10:00 AM

Booking a capybara encounter does not include a guided Safari, Private, or Semi-Private Pinz tour. As a reminder, Global Wildlife is open 7 days a week, and offer tours daily. Pre-booking is required to secure your seat. The Global Wildlife staff will do its best to accommodate all guests but cannot guarantee a spot for families who did not pre-book ahead of time.

Safety Guidelines:

• Guests must sanitize their hands before and after this encounter. • Guests must sanitize their shoes before and after this encounter. • Guests must be years 10 years or older for this encounter. Guests 10-12 yrs old must be accompanied by an adult at all times within the enclosure. • Guests must wear closed-toe shoes for this encounter! • Guests will not at any time be left alone in the capybara enclosure. A staff member must be in the enclosure with them. Guests will remain seated at all times during the encounter. • Guests must leave their bags and other items outside of the enclosure. • Guests will feed with tongs only if there are special vegetables provided by Global Wildlife Center Representative!

Adventure Tips

Arrive early for shorter wait times

Visit in the morning to enjoy a more personal and relaxed experience with the tortoises.

Wear comfortable clothing

Close-toed shoes and casual attire help you enjoy hands-on activities comfortably.

Bring a camera or smartphone

Capture your memorable moments feeding or crafting with the tortoises.

Check the weather forecast

Plan your visit on a dry day to maximize comfort during outdoor activity.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Peafowl
  • Native songbirds

History

The Global Wildlife Center has been a local attraction dedicated to education and wildlife conservation for over 20 years.

Conservation

The center emphasizes sustainable practices and habitat preservation to protect native and exotic species.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Recommended Gear

Comfortable walking shoes

Essential

Suitable footwear for walking and standing during the interaction.

Sun protection

Hat, sunglasses, or sunscreen help stay comfortable during outdoor activities.

spring;summer;fall specific

Camera or smartphone

Capture your special moments feeding or crafting with the tortoises.

Light jacket

Optional layer for cooler weather during outdoor sessions.

winter specific