Disney+ has announced a new docu-series produced with National Geographic; Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The series follows the animals at two of the Disney parks (Animal Kingdom and Epcot), their dynamics, and how they interact with other park residents. Here’s a look at some of the areas they focus on:
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Gorilla Falls Exploration Trail — Hang out with the newest member of the gorilla troop, baby Grace, named after the GRACE (Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Center) gorilla sanctuary in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and help her dad and troop leader, Gino, celebrate his 39th birthday.
- Harambe Wildlife Reserve — Meet animal keeper Rory and come face to knee with his best friend, supermom Masai giraffe Kenya; play fetch with black rhino Badru and his keeper, Katie.
- Kilimanjaro Safaris — Swing past a day spa as keeper Nicole gives two hyenas a bath in the hopes that they’ll be as endearing to guests as they are to her; watch Dakari, the alpha male African lion, reign over his land; and meet Kinsey, the alpha lioness, who’s the real ruler of the pride.
- Discovery Island — Stop by the love nest of Carri and Bones, an endangered vulture couple, as animal keeper Tricia sets the mood for mating and steps up as eggsitter.
- Tiger Temple — Witness animal care experts employing extra creativity to keep critically endangered Sumatran tigers Anala and Sohni entertained.
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The Seas with Nemo & Friends at EPCOT — Plunge in with some of the 3,000 ocean animals that call it home, including an injured wild sea turtle, Harry; rescued manatees Lil’ Joe and Lou; Darby, a pregnant spotted eagle ray; and aquarist Amanda, who is also expecting.
Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom is also narrated by Josh Gad, which I’m not mad at. The series was filmed over 5 months with methods like cranes and Go-Pros to get right in the action without too much affect on the animals. The series is also shares the message of the Disney Conservation Fund, which directs millions to non profit organization to save wildlife.
Magic of Disney’s Animal Kingdom begins streaming on Disney+ September 25, 2020.
