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

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

Red flamingo

The red flamingo is also known as the Caribbean flamingo or Cuban flamingo. The beak of this flamingo is a kind of filter, where the tongue squeezes the water out and the food sticks to so-called lamellae. These long slender birds get their name from their striking red-pink plumage. That color depends on the food they eat.

Statement

More than 100 flamingos!

The red flamingo is found in South America, the Galapagos Islands and the Caribbean. They live in shallow water, such as river deltas and lagoons. The water here has a high salt content, which means that many algae grow and crustaceans live. Before breeding, they make small nest mounds using mud. These mounds of 30 to 50 centimeters high protrude above the water. This way the egg stays nice and dry.

The 'feet' of these birds have webbed feet. These serve to prevent sinking into the mud. You often see flamingos standing on one leg, with their necks retracted. By standing this way, they give their leg and neck muscles a rest and they can limit heat loss. A large colony of more than 100 red flamingos can be seen in the Avifauna Cuban lagoon. They live there together with various other birds, such as scarlet ibises.

The red flamingo

facts and tidbits

Facts about the red flamingo

English name

American flamingo

Scientific name

Phoenicopterus ruber

living environment

South America, Caribbean

Diet

Algae and small crustaceans

Weight

2 - 4 kilograms

Nest size

1, sometimes 2 eggs

Hatching time

27 - 31 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 YOUNG FLAMINGOS DON'T EAT SOLID FOOD BUT GET CROP MILK?

Something special happens when feeding the youngsters. The flamingos feed the young with so-called 'crop milk'. Only pigeons do that too! This product is red in color, caused by the natural dyes (carotenoids) contained in the food. Young flamingos are gray when they have just hatched and also keep a gray plumage for a while. As the bird grows, and then also ingests more carotenoids, the feathers gradually turn pink.