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The R. J. Reynolds Forest Aviary at N.C. Zoo displays unique plants and birds from rainforests around the world. Foods, medicines, household products and beauty supplies are just a few treasures we reap from these productive natural ecosystems. In addition to coffee plants and rubber trees, visitors will find exceptional species such as the scarlet ibis and Victoria crowned pigeon.
Among the Zoo’s most popular exhibits, the R. J. Reynolds Forest Aviary reopened in May 2000 after more than eighteen months and $860,000 in renovations. Within its walls, more than three thousand gorgeous tropical plants and dozens of exotic birds recreate the wonders of a tropical forest. The aviary was once selected by USA Today as one of the 10 best natural habitat exhibits in American zoos.
On Exhibit: Flamingo, Scarlet Ibis, Fairy Bluebird, Double-tooth Barbet, Chestnut Teal, Blue-grey tanager, African pygmy goose, Grey headed kingfisher, Blue breasted kingfisher, Green Junglefowl, Pied imperial pigeon, Palawan peacock pheasant, Red-faced mousebird, Ringed teal, Silver-beaked tanager
Ecosystem: Tropical Forest -
Hot, humid conditions characterize these biologically productive ecosystems. Supporting a large amount of biodiversity, rainforest soil is actually very poor. Most soil nutrients are quickly taken up by plants or washed away with heavy rain. Rainforests are being quickly destroyed by slash and burn agriculture, livestock production, logging, fuelwood collection and other human development.
Next: Forest Glade
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