Animal Kingdom has dozens of different animals you can check out while you’re in the park!
Winged Encounters at Disney’s Animal Kingdom
You may encounter some beautiful birds in front of the Tree of Life and we sometimes even run into talking animals! And earlier this year, a baby White Rhino made his debut on Kilimanjaro Safaris, the first White Rhino born to the herd in 5 years! While there are cute and cuddly creatures throughout the park, there are also some that can be a bit more intimidating, which is exactly what we saw yesterday in the park!
We were strolling through DinoLand U.S.A. yesterday when we came across the American Crocodile exhibit.
American Crocodile Exhibit
Did you know there was a croc right there in DinoLand? It makes sense, since it’s a living descendant of the dinosaurs!
Crocodile
The croc was just chillin’ as a group of guests looked on when it suddenly decided to open its mouth REAL wide, scaring a group of guests a bit!
Is it trying to tell us something?
Now, there was nothing to be worried about — this is just how crocodiles cool down! The action is called “mouth gaping” and helps keep them from overheating when they’re basking in the sun (because crocs can’t sweat!).
Jaw dropping!
Still, it’s a little scary seeing all those sharp teeth!
Look at those pearly whites
Overall, it was a pretty cool encounter to experience! Try and check out the crocodile the next time you’re in Animal Kingdom to see if you can catch it “gaping” as well. We’ll keep you updated about any other fun animal encounters, so stay tuned to DFB for more!
Click here to see more about Animal Kingdom’s baby rhino!
Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe!
WE KNOW DISNEY.
YOU CAN, TOO.
Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.
Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!
What’s the best animal encounter you’ve seen in Animal Kingdom? Let us know in the comments!
Our handy (and portable!) ebook guides make sure you get the best deals and can plan a vacation of a lifetime.
TRENDING NOW
Disney has dropped some MAJOR announcements -- get all the details here!
What you need to know before you pin trade in Disneyland.
New snacks are coming to Disneyland Resort soon!
Your Disney World shoes matter more than your park bag. I said what I said.
If you're a fan of the Haunted Mansion, these Amazon finds are MUST-HAVES!
More changes have arrived in Magic Kingdom!
Say goodbye to the leaning Eiffel Tower, because Soarin' Around the World is officially closed...
These eight new Loungeflys up for preorder are waiting for a home!
Changes are coming to Disney's BoardWalk Resort!
The Cake Bake Shop Bakery on Disney’s BoardWalk is home to some of our favorite sweets at Disney...
Here's everything Annual Passholders need to know before their next EPCOT visit.
These portable fans for Disney World will sell out faster than Lightning Lanes!
This new treat proves that Disney World has the best croissants!
If you find yourself feeling ill at Disney World, keep these things in mind.
We rounded up seven Disney and Disney-adjacent finds that solve real problems, add some extra...
A new Her Universe Disney dress collection just dropped online!
A popular Disney World restaurant closed with no reopening date announced!
We’re breaking down every major ride currently expected to open in 2027 across Disney parks...
Here's your LIST for drinking around the world in EPCOT!
We've compiled a FULL list of the prices for EVERY single night of Mickey's Not-So-Scary...