Valentine’s Day is tomorrow! Whether it’s flowers, a box of chocolates, or a smooch, everyone…. including animals, shows love and appreciation in different ways! In celebration of the holiday, here are some fun facts to share with the wildlife lover in your life!
- African penguins often mate for life and share parenting duties, taking turns incubating eggs and feeding their chicks.
- Siamang pairs vocalize daily together to establish their territory.
- Rainbow lorikeets typically mate for life and occasionally groom each other’s feathers when resting.
- Shoebill Storks display affection for their partner through bill clapping, neck stretching, and preening. Once a pair has bonded, they will work together to build a large, flat platform nest made of sticks, grass, and other vegetation.
- African elephants sometimes gently entwine their trunks together during courtship, similar to humans holding hands.
Information courtesy of ZooTampa at Lowry Park. Book your visit today at https://zootampa.org/.