Tree of Life

Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park

Discovery Island

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Celebrate all living creatures at the iconic symbol of Disney’s Animal Kingdom park.

The roots and trunk to the Tree of Life made up of carved animals

Alive with Natural Wonder

The Tree of Life honors animals and the place they all share in the great Circle of Life.

At 145 feet tall, the massive tree towers over the land. Marvel at its gnarled roots and outstretched branches, then step closer to see the shapes of over 300 animals carved into the tree.

It’s an epic visual symbol of the diversity, beauty and interconnected nature of Earth’s creatures.

Look Closer
Stroll the picturesque Discovery Island Trails around the great tree for an close-up view of the animal carvings. You may even discover a famous mouse hiding among its branches!

Animal Encounters
Nestled amid the burrowing roots at the base of the Tree of Life is a serene landscape of pools, meadows and trees—home to a variety of live animals, including lemurs, flamingos, kangaroos and tortoises.

A path under the Tree of Life with some of the carved-animal roots showing

Now Playing Under the Tree

Head to the theater inside the Tree of Life root system and catch It’s Tough to be a Bug! This 8-minute, 3D movie and multimedia show stars Flik and Hopper from the Disney and Pixar film A Bug's Life—along with a supporting cast of insects who provide a surprising glimpse inside their bug-eat-bug world.

2 African elephants with tusks caressing each other's faces with their trunks

Disney Animals at Walt Disney World Resort

Marvel at elephants, rhinos, lions, tigers and more—and learn about Disney’s commitment to conservation.

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