Have you ever snuggled a snake, been hissed at by a giant cockroach, released a homing pigeon or met a turtle face to face? Now you can!
We at Flying Fox Educational Zoo keep a number of species of reptiles, amphibians and other "exotic" animals (many of them rescues,) and provide educational services to promote understanding and appreciation of these amazing animals. We believe that ALL animals deserve to be treated with love and respect, regardless of species, and that EVERY pet deserves a forever home.
07/18/2019
You don't have to love them. But please respect them. They are important to the ecosystem, and you might be surprised at the ways they can help humans, too!
Open Letter: To Those That Hate Snakes Hello friends. First let me preface this with saying, you do not have to like snakes. It’s ok if you don’t. You can be scared of them even…
07/16/2019
Remember those old cartoons where turtles popped out of their shells? Most of us know they can't do that. But did you know these other amazing facts about these ancient shelled survivors?
A turtle's shell protects some of the strangest features in the animal kingdom. Here's what's inside. A turtle's shell is part of the reptile's skeleton, and it protects some of the strangest features in the animal kingdom. Here's what's inside.
07/15/2019
06/28/2019
In the next couple of months, we will be moving everyone to a place with two acres of land so there's room for larger enclosures! As you know, our wonderful menagerie eats a LOT-- not to mention other expenses like habitat improvement and vets. Will you help make the move easier for our rescue/educational animals, and help improve their lives? Thank you so much, from us and the critters!
06/28/2019
We're moving the zoo! As of August, Flying Fox Education Zoo will relocate to Three Points, AZ, where we will have more space for the outside animal's enclosures. If you've been thinking of donating, this would be an excellent time! We will also be needing lots of cinder blocks and other building materials to rebuild the enclosures, if you've got any to spare. Thank you in advance!
05/20/2019
What should you do if you find a baby bird? Here is some great advice from the Audubon Society.
When You Should—and Should Not—Rescue Baby Birds It’s not uncommon to find young birds away from their nests during spring and summer. But should you help them? That depends.
05/12/2019
Snakes are good guys, and SO important to the environment! Here are some simple ways you can make life a little easier for these amazing critters.
How to be a Snake Hero Share this information online and off: click the image to download a version to print and share.
04/21/2019
"Old wive's tales" can sometimes get you in trouble--and more often, gets our wildlife in trouble! The old adage "Red on black, friend of Jack, red on yellow, kill a fellow" is a good example. Many harmless snakes are killed by folks believing them to be coral snakes (which, incidentally, are shy and not inclined to bite.) Venomous snakes are sometimes free-handled by people who follow the colour guidelines of the adage. Here's a great article by Snake Buddies about tri-coloured snakes. Remember, the best thing to do is leave a snake alone, and study reliable guidebooks so that you are familiar with the snakes in your area.
Red and Yellow Kills a Fellow? Your Identification Guide to Tri-color snakes. Only 4 families of venomous snakes exist in the United States. These are the rattlesnakes, Copperheads, Water Moccasins (Cotton Mouths), and the Coral snakes. For the purpose of this article, we wi…