Jungle Island is a contemporary and interactive zoological park in Watson Island, where visitors of all ages can get up close to a variety of extraordinary animals and birds from all around the world.

Founded in 1936 as Parrot Island with the idea that birds could “fly free,” Jungle Island has evolved to include a wealth of animals as well and now features a range of exotic wildlife, including rare twin orangutans and the world’s only trained cassowary. The theme park features a variety of exciting and interactive exhibits, displays, and habitats in which the animals and birds live.

The Parrot Bowl features an impressive array of birds from around the globe, including the Andean condor and the king vulture, while the Serpentarium is a reptilian heaven, with snakes, lizards, and snapping turtles.

Visit Hercules, the 900-pound liger (a cross between a lion and a tiger), watch the fascinating "Tale of the Tiger" in the modern Jungle Theater, or head to the petting zoo where the kids can interact with a number of domestic and exotic animals, including red kangaroos.

Address: 1111 Parrot Jungle Trl, Miami, Florida 33132, Phone: 305-400-7000

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