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

Soldierara

The soldier's macaw gets its name from the color of its feathers, which matches the green of military uniforms. These large parrots are found in a narrow strip of dry and tropical forests stretching from Mexico to Central and South America. They are here in the canopy of tall trees and breed in tree cavities.

Handy toes

A striking feature in parrots is that they have two toes pointing forward and two toes pointing backward. They can walk well over branches with it, it gives good grip, but above all they can hold food well with it, which they then process with their beak. With that strong beak, the soldier macaw can open even the strongest nuts.

To digest seeds, nuts and (unripe) fruits, the birds also eat clay, which they gnaw away at clay walls along rivers. With this they neutralize toxins from food and they absorb essential minerals. Soldier macaws can pair for life, in relationships that can last 50 to 60 years. Unfortunately, these birds are becoming less and less common in nature. This is due to the degradation of their habitat and the trade in these birds. In our animal park you will not only encounter this macaw, but also the green-winged macaw and blue-yellow macaw, for example during the bird demonstration!

The soldier macaw

facts and tidbits

Facts about the soldier macaw

English name

Military macaw

Scientific name

Piazza military

living environment

Tropical and dry forests in South, Central and North America

Diet

Seeds and fruits

Weight

850 to 1100 gram

Nest size

2 - 4 eggs

Hatching time

25 to 28 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 SOLDIERS CAN COMMUNICATE IN A VERY SPECIAL WAY?

If you like these macaws listens, then the communication appears mostly consist of loud noises. However, they can also very subtle way with each other to communicate. The skin on the cheek can change color due to blood vessels under the skin. The cheeks are white, but may turn pink or red. A characteristic that is also clearly visible in another bird species in the bird park: the crowned crane.