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 NATURE

Common pipistrelle

The common pipistrelle is the most common bat species in the Netherlands. Also in Vogelpark Avifauna you come across them a lot, especially in the evening. There are nesting locations in various places and the Avifauna offices are also equipped with bat boxes. These are all occupied by common pipistrelle bats!

Close to each other

This bat resides in colonies that are hidden in buildings, cavity walls, behind paneling or under roof tiles. In Eastern Europe they also live in caves and trees. They usually hunt within a radius of 2 to 5 km around their nest. In the Netherlands they don't really hibernate. Due to the moderate winters, they are regularly awake and then they go hunting. When it freezes, they seek out heated houses, where they hang out together, close together to keep warm.

These bats weigh between 6 and 15,5 grams and have a wingspan of 18 to 24 cm. The fur is brown and can vary on the back from orange-brown to dark brown.

facts and tidbits

English name

Common pipistrelle

Scientific name

pipistrellus pipistrellus

living environment

Almost all of Europe, Northwest Africa and Central Asia. Particularities:

Additional information

The pipistrelle weighs between 3,5 and 8 grams and has a wingspan of 15 centimeters.

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 COMMON PIPPI BAT CATCHES THOUSANDS OF INSECTS PER NIGHT?

The common pipistrelle hunts usually quite close to the ground, but also gets seen higher in the sky, up to as much as 15 metres. Its menu mainly consists of flying insects, such as mosquitoes, moths and beetles. Being very effective fighters, that can catch thousands of insects per night!