As progress continues on enhancements throughout Disney’s Animal Kingdom – including the construction of a new Africa Marketplace in Africa, and bringing the world of Pandora to life – the park’s iconic Tree of Life has been growing some new roots as well.
Construction walls were recently removed to reveal how the tree’s roots have expanded into the central hub area. Within those roots, guests will discover carvings of new animals that make up the circle of life, from tiny bugs to large crocodiles and more.
In addition to offering guests a wonderful view of The Tree of Life, the expanded roots will also offer a widened walkway for guests visiting Discovery Island.
The Tree of Life originally debuted as the park’s icon at the park’s opening in 1998 at Walt Disney World Resort, after 12 months of construction. The 145-foot tall structure is covered in more than 103,000 leaves and originally featured more than 325 animal carvings.
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