Jul 14 2008
Excellent New Reptile Exhibit at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park
The Komodo Dragons saliva contains over 60 deadly bacteria. It is the largest lizard species on earth, growing up to 10 feet long and weighing up to 200 pounds. It is carnivorous and has been known to eat deer, pigs, water buffalo and people. The St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park in St. Augustine, Florida just opened a beautiful reptile exhibit for you to get up close and personal with these deadly lizards and see a 21 foot Python, too. Does it get any better?
Did I mention the King Cobra?
It’s no secret I’m a big fan of Zoos in general and Reptiles in particular. If it crawls, creeps, climbs, slithers or resembles a dinosaur, I’m there. The new Reptile Exhibit at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park is a wonderful addition to a great attraction and adds a lot to the Realm of the Saltwater Crocodile. The theme is pure Indonesian with interesting carvings, statues and music. It’s located just inside the Down Under area on the right just before the Saltwater Crocodiles where you come face to face with a feisty yet loveable, Komodo Dragon named “Krakatoa.” He’s curious and darts his split tongue into the air trying to get a taste. Creepy.
Stepping inside your eyes adjust in time to see the 21 foot python curled up next to you on the right followed by the silvery Cobra. Next is an assortment of snakes and lizards that you could watch for hours. The musical soundtrack ebbs and flows to transport you to the steamy Indonesian jungles where many of these creatures are found. The Florida Museum of Natural History helped design the environments and they are first rate.
What a fun experience.
There are so many things to do and see at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm Zoological Park that when you’re in St. Augustine, Florida and need vacation ideas you have to stop and visit. Say hello to the new reptiles and enjoy the day. I’ll see you there.
Don’t miss the Bird Rookery when you’re there. Many of the fledgling birds are testing their wings now as the alligators gaze hungrily from below.
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