Tortoise Friends

Tortoises are a favorite among kids.  Our tortoises enjoy basking in the sun on hot summer days, so there's no limitation for outdoor events.

Name: Ben
Species: Red Footed Tortoise
Estimated year of hatching: 2008
Native to: South America
​Diet: Fruits, Vegetables, Greens, other vegetation
​Status: Active Ambassador

Name: Queen Bea
Species: Red Footed Tortoise
Estimated year of hatching: 2003
Native to: South America
​Diet: Fruits, Vegetables, Greens, other vegetation
​Status: Active Ambassador

Amphibian Friends

Some of our amphibians are sensitive to heat, so they may not be available for long outdoor events.  Many of them like to stay cool and wet.  Handling is also limited due to their sensitive skins.

Name: Herbie
Species: South American Horned Frog
Year of hatching: 2014
Native to: South America
​Diet: Crickets, mealworms, small insects
​Status: Active Ambassador

Name: Parker
Species: Tiger Salamander
Year of hatching: 2013
Native to: North America
​Diet: Crickets and worms
​Status: Active Ambassador

Name: Rajah
Species: Tiger Salamander
Year of hatching: 2015
Native to: North America
​Diet: Crickets and worms
Status: Inactive due to medical issues as of 2019