The animals that we care for come to us from shelters, other wildlife
centers and programs, and private citizens. Most often they have
been given up, are not appropriate pets, are injured wildlife and
cannot be released or were born in captivity. Our goal is to promote
conservation through education and the animals are the backbone
of this program. Our ambassadors leave lasting impressions with
both children and adults and make a vital connection with the public
that words alone could never do.
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Dwarf bunny “Simon”
Simon was adopted from the Loudoun County Animal Shelter.
He was brought to the shelter when he was found running around
outside after someone had decided to set their pet rabbit
free in the wild.
Touchable
Available for most programs
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Chinchilla, “Diego”
Diego was abandoned at a local feed store 8 years ago and
has been with us ever since.
Touchable
Available for most programs
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Coatimundi “Maya”
Maya came to us from another program as a youngster. Her
brother resides here too and loves to play with his sister
but does not enjoy programs. They were both born in captivity.
Not touchable
Available for assemblies
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Fennec Foxes “Sophie and Kelly”
Sophie and Kelly are sisters that came from another wildlife
program. They were born in captivity.
Not touchable
Available for most programs
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African Pygmy Hedgehog “Ms. Tiggy”
She was donated by a college student
Touchable
Available for most programs
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Virginia Opossum “Gus”
This little guy’s mom was killed by a dog but fortunately
he and his siblings were rescued.
Not touchable
Available for most programs
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Virginia Opossum “Sparkle”
Sparkle was riding in her mom’s pouch when she was
hit by a car. She suffered a permanent eye injury and only
has one eye.
Not touchable
Available for most programs
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Skunk “Scout”
Scout was born in captivity and will be an important ambassador
for our American Wildlife program as skunks are quite misunderstood.
Not touchable
Available for assembly programs
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| Birds |
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Blue and Gold Macaw “Balou”
Balou was donated by a family when Balou’s owner suddenly
passed away.
Not touchable
Available for most programs
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Greenwing Macaw “Oliver”
Oliver was donated by the Rainforest Café restaurant
after it changed hands and had to find homes for all of their
birds.
Not touchable
Available for most programs
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African Grey Parrot “Mowgli”
Mowgli was owned by the Director and once Animal Ambassadors
was created, he became an important ambassador.
Not touchable
Available for most programs
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| Reptiles & Amphibians |
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Amelanistic Corn Snake “Kernel”
Kernel was a family pet that was donated.
Touchable
Available for most programs
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Roccoco Toad “Squirt”
Born in captivity.
Not touchable
Available for most programs
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Leopard Tortoise “ Nala”
Nala was a family pet who was donated to Animal Ambassadors.
Touchable
Available for most programs
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Box Turtle “Daisy”
Daisy was a family pet who was donated to Animal Ambassadors
Touchable
Available for most programs
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Madagascar Hissing Cockroaches
Born in captivity
Touchable
Available for most programs
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Giant African Millipedes
Born in captivity
Not touchable
Available for most programs
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Tarantulas “Charlotte and Lola”
Born in captivity
Not touchable
Available for most programs
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