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

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 vari

Red ruffed lemurs live in the treetops of the coastal rainforests of northeastern Madagascar. In the morning they like to lie in the sun to gain energy for the day. Because of the heat, they take it easy in the afternoon, only to become active again at dusk. Yet they are also well prepared for a tropical shower, because their red-brown coat is almost completely waterproof.

Statement

Comb with teeth

In nature, red lemurs live in groups of 5 to 18 animals. In Avifauna they live in the Madagascar area, along with the ring-tailed lemurs, red-bellied lemurs, black crowned cranes and various species of guinea fowl. What is special about the Madagascar area is that you walk between the animals here and can view the animals up close. 

The teeth in the lower jaw of a red ruff are shaped like a comb. This allows them to maintain each other's coat. Red ruffed lemurs have special scent glands on their chests with which they leave scent marks on branches and leaves. This way their peers know where they have been and what their territory is.   

The red vari

facts and tidbits

Facts about the red vari

English name

Red-ruffed lemur

Scientific name

Varecia rubra

living environment

Madagascar

Diet

Fruits, leaves and flowers

Weight

3,5 to 4,5 kilograms

Number of boy

2 to 6 young per litter

Wearing time

90 to 103 days

IUCN status

Critically endangered

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 ONLY MALE RED VARIS LIVE IN AVIFAUNA?

Unlike the ring-tailed lemur, the number goes red varis still backward in the wild. The species is under great pressure. That is why Avifauna participates in the EAZA Ex situ Program (EEP) for this endangered species. Within this management program, an active exchange with other European zoos takes place to maintain genetically healthy populations. In our bird park the group consists exclusively of male red varis. Avifauna makes these animals available for the EEP, and also takes in males that cannot be accommodated elsewhere.