One of our favorite things to do in Disney World is to visit Animal Kingdom and see all the adorable animals. The park houses so many cute critters, from flamingos and otters to kangaroos and giraffes. If you’re also an animal lover, then Disney just released the best news you’ll hear all week!
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Disney just added a brand-new African Painted Dog to Kilimanjaro Safaris. Everyone, say hi to Prospect!
Prospect is a male African Painted Dog who just moved into Kilimanjaro Safaris at Animal Kingdom. He’s officially joined the pack and is living on the savanna! Isn’t he super cute? Every African Painted Dog has a pattern as unique as a human fingerprint, so Prospect is truly one of a kind!
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African Painted Dogs were first introduced to Kilimanjaro Safaris in 2015. They’re usually resting, since they’re most active during dawn and dusk and rest in the shade of their den on hot mornings and afternoons. If you want to see Prospect in action, then you need to rope-drop Kilimanjaro Safaris!
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African Painted Dogs are endangered, with fewer than 7,000 remaining in the wild across Africa. If you want to help these little guys stick around for centuries, you can buy Disney merch. Yes, really! When you purchase any piece of merchandise inside Animal Kingdom, you can round your total up to donate to the Disney Conservation Fund. You can also donate directly to the fund at any store in the park without an additional purchase. Your donation will go towards non-profit organizations protecting wildlife and habitats worldwide, plus you’ll get a free button!
Disney Conservation Fund Button
We’ll be sure to keep you updated on new animals moving into Animal Kingdom. Stay tuned to Disney Food Blog for more Disney World news!
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