Learn about the Sonoran Desert in this special area that showcases not only the “greatest hits” of a desert habitat but also life that is unique to a riparian environment. Learn about cacti, legume trees, cottonwoods, willows, birds, insects, reptiles and more. We will walk from the parking lot to Dragonfly Trail and explore the...
Join us as we explore Splendido’s diverse birdlife on a guided walk. Discover colorful songbirds and hummingbirds, and engage in insightful discussions about bird behavior and conservation. We’ll conclude with a delightful light brunch at Splendido, reflecting on the birds we saw and the time we spent together. Join us for an enriching and memorable birding...
Stop by our Star Bar and create a Creature of the Night! Twist, bend, and shape pipe cleaners into a creepy crawly spider, a nighttime bat, or a Halloween creature...
Join local origami artist, Charlie Humme, on the 2nd floor, as he teaches us how to make our very own origami bats for the Fall-tacular Month! Ages 5 - 12
Experience the opportunity of a lifetime with our Capybara Encounter! Come meet Chewy or BB and their care team at Shipwreck Cove. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed our capybaras and learn from their care team about what it takes to care for such unique animals. Feel the texture of their fur...
Experience the best dressed encounter opportunity at Wildlife World Zoo! Meet one of our endangered African Penguins and their trainers in the Wild and Wonderful aquarium building in front of the penguin exhibit. This encounter will give you the opportunity to find out what it takes to care for these incredible animals. Learn fun facts...
Have you ever wanted to meet one of our Sea Lions up close and personal? Join us for a WILD encounter at Wildlife World Zoo! Learn what it takes to...
It’s a Halloween edition of Lunch and Learn, where we’ll bust some myths about scaly, fuzzy, scratchy, venomous and outright pokey critters that are often misunderstood and get a high spook-factor rating, especially this time of year. Ranger Nikki will share information on snakes, tarantulas, scorpions, vultures and more with a slideshow, preserved specimens, skins,...
Have you ever wanted to meet a sloth? Come meet Luna and her care team. This encounter will give you the opportunity to feed Luna and learn from her care team what it takes to raise and care for such a unique animal. Feel the texture of her hair and take a selfie with our...
October is spooky season, and the Sonoran Desert has some of the spookiest critters you can find anywhere! Snakes, scorpions, spiders, centipedes and bats all make their homes right here in our parks, and we will have a selection of these animals on hand for you to meet. But remember, while spooky to some, all...
Are you mammal obsessed? This is the tour for you! Our Private Mammal Tour is a great option to meet some of our furry friends, watch feeding demonstrations, and learn more about the mammal residents at PHS! Your VIP-Inspired Experience Includes: Capybara interaction for the group. Meet, pet, and feed our adorable capybara "Spud"! Opossum interaction...
Come visit the Phoenix Herpetological Sanctuary's annual Gators and Ghouls event for a spooky family night of FUN! The PHS property will be open for guests to explore all of...
This talk explores the surprising connection between arachnology and astronomy. Black widow spider silk is prized for being stronger than steel, yet more resilient than the wire and thread available during World War II. That same silk was used in the crosshairs of the astrograph at Lowell Observatory, the instrument that led to the discovery...