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 NATURE

Pike

The pike is a real predatory fish that can be found in many Dutch waters. Here it mainly feeds on smaller fish species. You will also often encounter the pike in the ditches and ponds of Avifauna. Sometimes you can see them sunbathing under the surface of the water.

A real cannibal

The pike is found in large parts of Europe, Asia and North America. It lives in fresh and brackish water and can be found in almost all inland waters. In the spring, the pike mates. The eggs (a small pike can easily produce 15.000) are then deposited in shallow water, after which the female leaves the area. The male stays behind for a while, but does not protect the eggs. In fact, pike are also cannibalistic. They will simply eat smaller congeners (and therefore possibly their own young) if the opportunity arises.

The pike is a predatory fish. It preys on other fish, amphibians, crustaceans, rodents and even young birds. This is important, because this is how they keep the populations of herbivorous fish in balance. If these fish are common, the hiding places for young pike will decrease.

facts and tidbits

English name

Blanket

Scientific name

esox lucius

living environment

Fresh water. Large parts of Europe, Asia and North America

Additional information

Females grow much larger (140 cm) than their male counterparts (85 cm)

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 PIKE EATS ITS PREY LIKE A SNAKE?

The pike is the largest predatory fish found in Avifauna. When a pike eats prey, it first eats its head. Just like a snake! Pikes mainly hunt by sight. Older animals can still hunt in murky water with few plants, but young animals cannot hide here, waiting for their prey.