There is so much to see and do at North Georgia Wildlife Park!
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North Georgia Wildlife Park is delighted to announce the birth of two lowland Pacas! What is a paca, you may ask? Pacas are adorable rodents, native to South America, and they are undeniably cute. They grow to 15-25lbs. as adults and are covered in brown fur with white spots. These spots give them camouflage which help them hide from predators. They have large eyes which allow them to navigate their surroundings at night and find all their favorite foods. Pacas are mainly frugivores, (meaning they eat mostly fruit). Their favorites include bananas and mangos. Pacas’ main predators include humans, jaguars, cougars and bush dogs, and they will use their impressive swimming skills to help them escape. North Georgia Wildlife Park has six adult pacas who call the park home.
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The Park is also excited to announce the birth of a baby Reeves Muntjac Deer. Muntjac deer are a small species of deer native to Asia. Though small in size they have a big personality and are also called Barking Deer because they make a sound like a barking dog! Full grown they are only about 30 lbs. and stand less than two feet tall. The new baby boy is covered in spots now, but as he grows, he will lose those spots but gain both tusks and antlers. These small deer spend most of their time foraging for food, but when threatened they can run up to 40 miles/hour! North Georgia Wildlife Park is home to 10 adult Muntjac deer.
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Christmas begins early at the North Georgia Wildlife Park! You are invited to visit the Live Nativity at the Park on Friday and Saturday, November 27 and 28, 5:00pm-7:00pm. There will also be a short Nativity Play put on by the “zoo kids” (children of employees) 5:30pm-6:30pm each night. The park will be serving hot chocolate and marshmallows, as well. As a way to say thanks and give back to the community, the Christmas Celebration and Live Nativity are free!
But there’s more! Attend the Live Nativity, then stay for the “Starry Night Tour”, only on Saturday, November 28 at 6:00pm. Bring your flashlight and join animal educators as they lead you on a walk through the zoo under the stars! Discover some amazing nocturnal animals, such as owls and fennec foxes. Then it’s “All Aboard” for a starlight hayride, where guests will see zebras, camels, emus, llamas and more!
The Starry Night Tour costs $59.99/person. Children under two years old are free, and children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by a paying adult. At least 10 people reserved in advance are required to run this tour, otherwise it may be cancelled. Visit https://www.northgeorgiazoo.com/holiday-celebration–starry-night-tours.html today to make your reservations!
