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Please note: On Thursday, April 25, Stone Zoo volunteers, employees and local emergency responders will take part in a routine animal escape exercise. While the exercise is occurring, guests have the opportunity to participate in the evacuation portion, and may be asked to move to certain areas within the Zoo for a brief period of time (not to exceed 10 minutes). These exercises are an important part of our preparedness training, and we appreciate your participation and understanding. If you have any questions about what to expect, please don't hesitate to contact us at 617-989-2000 or info@zoonewengland.org.

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Gouldian Finch

Bird's World Exhibit

Bird’s World is housed in one of the original buildings from Franklin Park Zoo's 1913 opening, giving it the majesty and charm of a bygone era. This stunning structure is home to dozens of species of birds from around the globe, including tawny frogmouths, sunbitterns, Gouldian finches, and other indigenous birds from swamplands, scrublands and wetlands. With so many different species hooting, cooing and whistling, Bird’s World is a wonderfully noisy exhibit!

Zoo Map

Insider Tips:

  • Look up! In the Swamp exhibit, make sure you look up into the trees, as many of the birds prefer to rest and perch high up.
  • In the Scrublands, look to the left and you'll see the Gouldian finch nest box wall. Look closely, and you might catch a glimpse of a parent inside. Both males and females share the responsibility of incubating eggs and raising their young.
  • At the River Bank Exhibit, take some time to look at the view from underwater. You may get a rare insight into how duck feet actually work!
  • Be sure to check out the enrichment coin game in the River Bank exhibit. Your donations help fund the Zoo's enrichment program, allowing us to supply our animals with engaging toys.