Parrot Jungle Island
Parrot Jungle Island
Visitors to Miami should make sure that Parrot Jungle Island is a stop on their tour. There are over 3000 exotic animals and more than 500 species of plants. If you are adventurous, then this is indeed the place for you. Parrot Jungle Island is located at 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail. The island is between downtown Miami and South Beach just off the MacArthur Causeway. Located on over 18 lush acres, Parrot Jungle Island is indeed a wonderland for animal and jungle lovers.
There are so many things to see and do when you visit Parrot Jungle Island. Feature attractions include the animal stage shows, the one-of-a-kind aviaries, plant nurseries, and the jungle trails. There is also a petting farm and educational exhibits that are just wonderful for the little children and adults that are looking to be in touch with their inner child.
However the centerpiece of Parrot Jungle Island seems to be the Jungle theater. This is where the public can see wild animals perform in an open air arena. It is quite spectacular and one of Parrot Jungle Islands biggest draws. There is also the Manu Encounter which replicates the habitat of the clay cliffs of Manu, Peru which is home to many parrots and macaws.
Not to be overlooked of course is the Parrot bowl. This is where visitors can see the bird shows that Parrot Jungle Island is world famous for. The stadium seats over 1200 people. The Serpentarium houses the huge collection of reptiles and amphibians that Parrot Jungle Island is home to. Reptile lovers will want to make sure that they don't pass this experience up. Finally there is the Everglades Habitat which gives visitors the most realistic view of what the Everglades are like. All in all Parrot Jungle Island a place that all visitors should pencil into their must see calendar.
