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GatorWorld Parks of Florida

March 7, 2018



Experience Real Bunnies at GatorWorld Parks of Florida 



Forget the Costumed Bunny at the Mall---Pet and Hold the 50+ Bunnies

 


WILDWOOD, Florida

 --- Forget the Easter Bunny costume at the mall! Visit central Florida’s newest tourist attraction 

GatorWorld Parks of Florida

 where kids can experience real bunnies and chickens. With more than 50 rabbits, children can pet and hold bunnies of all sizes. Visitors will also learn the importance of animal rescue as the petting zoo rabbits have been recovered from homes where they were no longer wanted as pets.


 


In addition to Peaches and Biscuit (just a couple of the bunnies), visitors can feed and interact with the many other animals in the petting zoo, including Elvis the goat. Chickens and chicks also roam the petting zoo area, providing great photo opportunities.


 


“Spring is a fabulous time to visit GatorWorld Parks of Florida, and it’s such a thrill to watch kids interact with our petting zoo animals. Many kids have never been near a goat or rabbit, and we’re so proud to be able to offer this fun and educational experience for families,” said GatorWorld Parks of Florida owner Don Buckner.


 


Located in Sumter County on 

State Route 44 near I-75

, GatorWorld Parks of Florida features a scenic drive through where visitors have prime viewing of more than 400 alligators in their natural Florida habitat. The park serves as a rescue and relocation facility for alligators.


 


At the end of the drive-through course, visitors can safely hold an alligator and then feed alligators from a raised platform, dangling specially designed poles over a swirling collection of young gators looking for a treat.


 


Park hours are Monday through Saturday from 

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

 GatorWorld Parks of Florida is closed on Sundays. For pricing information, visit the website at 

GatorWorldParks.com

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About GatorWorld Parks of Florida


GatorWorld Parks of Florida Inc. offers visitors of all ages unique opportunities to drive thru a scenic trail and view alligators in their natural Florida habitat. Located in Sumter County, the 15-acre park opened in 2017 and is home to more than 400 alligators that have been rescued and relocated. For more information, visit 

GatorWorldParks.com

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