Daily program & agenda

Every day we organize fun (and educational!) activities. Check out what's on the program here.

Map

Do you want to know what there is to see and how to get there? Have a look at the map, then how not to miss anything.

Experiences

You come along in our parkagainst special birds and mammals. Walk through their natural habitat, watch and learn during the feeding talks or visit the unique bird demonstration. There is plenty to experience!

Our animals

More than 230 animal species live in Avifauna. All sorts beautiful birds live with it small mammals from their habitat.

Our nature

Did you know that we also pay a lot of attention to nature in our park, and that we consciously invest in biodiversity?

Route, parking & public transport

Vogelpark Avifauna is very central in the Randstad and is easily accessible, both by car and by train OV.

Prices, subscriptions & opening hours

Here you can view the opening hours and rates for a day out in Avifauna, but did you know that a subscription has many advantages?

Accessibility

Our beautiful park is also accessible for people with reduced mobility. View here which facilities are available.

Eat, drink & shop

A day out in our animal park is not complete without something delicious to eat and drink. We offer something for everyone will!

Avifauna does more

We invest in the protection of flora and fauna in various ways, both in our park and far beyond our national borders. That social meaning is anchored in everything we do.

Nature conservation

Vogelpark Avifauna continuously invests knowledge and resources in nature conservation projects. Every year we support in various projects, both in our own environment and in vulnerable nature areas elsewhere in the world.

Avifauna renews

To ensure the well-being of our animals and attractive to remain for visitors, we must constantly renew our animal park. We translate the latest scientific insights into our approach and care of the animals.

Careers

As an employer, Avifauna plays an important role in the region. Hundreds of young people found their first (holiday) job with us. Specialized professionals know where to find us from all over the country, as do many volunteers and interns Besides.

the origin

On the estate of Mr. Van den Brink started as a hobby Vogelpark Avifauna. Op May 17, 1950 opened it very first bird park in the world officially are deur.

School trip

Create a day Avifauna guarantees many speel fun with an educational touch. Possibly te combine with Archeon!

Out-of-School Care (BSO)

We have special BSO arrangements for childcare organizations. Nice, such a different activity!

Nature and Environmental Education (NME)

Birdlife is for the municipalities of Alphen aan den Rijn, Kaag & Braassem and Nieuwkoop active as NME partner.

speaking engagements

Do you already know about what you your speakturn? We are happy to help you with our cool presentation boxes!

OUR ANIMALS

Double Hornbill

This special bird owes its name to the striking horn-like growth on its large yellow beak. This beak allows it to call loudly and uses it to regulate its temperature. With a wingspan of 150 cm, the double hornbill is the largest hornbill in existence. Eight other species also live in our park!

Statement

What a beautiful couple!

The double hornbill is found in several Asian countries and on several Indonesian islands. They live there in tropical forests, preferably in tall old trees from 600 meters to even 2000 meters high! 

There they breed in tree cavities, and during the breeding period the female is completely dependent on the male for her food. She is therefore very selective in her choice of mate, because hornbills are monogamous. This means that they also stay together outside the breeding season. Do you want to know if it is a male or a female? Then take a good look at their eyes. Those of the male are reddish brown and those of the female are light colored. The male is also larger and has a helmet with a black tip.

The double hornbill

facts and tidbits

Facts about the Double Hornbill

English name

Great Hornbill

Scientific name

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living environment

Ancient tropical forests in Southeast Asia

Nutrition

Fruits, insects, arthropods, reptiles, birds and small mammals

Weight

2,1 to 3,5 kilograms

Nest size

1 or 2 eggs

Hatching time

38 - 40 days

IUCN status

Vulnerable

Avifauna is committed

…to conserve vulnerable or endangered species. With our special bird collection and the expertise of our employees, we contribute to the preservation of biodiversity, both in the park and in the region.

DID YOU KNOW THAT THE FEMALE HORNOBIRD BUILDS ITSELF FOR UP TO 100 DAYS DURING THE BREEDING PERIOD?

Hornbills use old trees with hollows to breed in. Therefor to have zij a special way gevonden. The female becomes embedded in the nest. For the when bricking up, the couple uses excrement and mud, for example, until a small gap remains. The male feeds the female through this slit pieces of fruit and others food. During the breeding period brings the man about 24.000 pieces of food to the female and young. Even after that, he continues to do this regularly, to to seduce her and to give her confidence.