World Wildlife Day

For over a decade, March 3rd has been celebrated as World Wildlife Day, a key event in nature conservation that highlights the diversity and immeasurable value of wildlife, as well as the threats it faces and the urgent need for its protection. On March 3, 1973, the CITES agreement was adopted, regulating the international trade of endangered wild animals and plants, and in 2013, the UN General Assembly declared this anniversary a significant date in the calendar of conservation efforts. To mark this occasion, we invite you to join us from March 1st to 3rd for interactive programs and an exciting presentation of the wildlife from all five continents!

March 1-2 (Saturday – Sunday)

Zoo Safari: Pick up a safari map at the ticket office and check off the animals you spot during your 10-stop safari adventure!

Guided Tours: Join our guided zoo tours at 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM, covering general topics about the animals and their habitats.

Craft Corner: Open to all families, not just those participating in the safari challenge.

Location: Gibbon House

Sensory Corner: Visit the Zoo-Kuckó, where young children can explore nature through fun sensory experiences!

Smell the hay and straw! Can you guess what they are used for?

ouch and play with different grains! Dig in and enjoy the textures—it’s the perfect hands-on experience for little explorers!

Location: Zoo-Kuckó

Species of the Year – Permanent Exhibition

• Mushroom of the Year: Chicken of the Woods (Laetiporus sulphureus)

• Tree of the Year: Norway Maple (Acer platanoides)

• Insect of the Year: Banded Demoiselle (Calopteryx splendens)

• Bird of the Year: Garganey (Spatula querquedula)

• Fish of the Year: White-finned Gudgeon (Romanogobio vladykovi)

• Amphibian of the Year: Yellow-bellied Toad (Bombina variegata)

• Butterfly of the Year: Marsh Fritillary (Euphydryas aurinia)

• Wildflower of the Year: Marsh Helleborine (Epipactis palustris)

• Medicinal Plant of the Year: Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba)

March 3 (Monday)

Schools and groups can book a free guided tour with a topic of their choice between 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM (advance registration required).