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.

Vacancies

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

Want to gift 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

European eagle owl

The European eagle owl is not only found in Europe, including Scandinavia, but also in the Middle East and the Far East. They live in old forests and breed on rock walls. The males weigh up to 3 kg and the female can even reach 4,5 kg. This makes the eagle owl the largest owl species in Europe and perhaps even in the world. There is still some discussion about this, but that does not alter the fact that this bird is an impressive appearance.

At night the owl comes to life

These large owls have mostly brown plumage, striking orange eyes and black ear tufts. The color of the feathers varies depending on the habitat. For example, the eagle owls in Russia, which live mainly in the snow, have rather pale plumage, just like the animals in desert areas. Then they are less noticeable!

The birds have a large territory of 80 m2, which the male guards closely. The eagle owl is a real twilight hunter. It is most active at sunset, but it is also a very successful hunter at night. Other owl species have this rhythm too, because at night our park is regularly visited by long-eared owls that live in the wild.

The European eagle owl

facts and tidbits

Facts about the European eagle owl

English name

Eurasian Eagle Owl

Scientific name

vulture vulture

living environment

Ancient forests with rock walls

Diet

Birds, small and medium-sized mammals

Weight

1,8 to 4,6 kilograms

Nest size

1 - 4 eggs (except even up to 6)

Hatching time

31 to 35 days

IUCN status

Not threatened

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 EUROPEAN eagle owl sometimes eat a fox?

The European eagle owl is one real opportunist. The birds catch what is available. Like this hunt them down all kinds of birds, including birds of prey and other types of owls. Mammals are certainly also on the menu, ranging from rats en hares, even foxes and young roe deer. Depending on where they occur, sometimes eat them too insects, reptiles and worms. Even their own kind have to suffer: hthe biggest eagle owlchick often eats his younger litter mates.