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Hi guys! We’re Noodle and Dumpling, two Asian small-clawed otters who live at Wild Florida Adventure Park!
We hope to meet you in person one day so you can watch us dig, dive, and chatter hello with our favorite paw tricks!
2024
Noodle is the smaller otter of the two, and Dumpling has a longer tail.
Any aqua toys/ food enrichment
Fish or shrimp
As the smallest otter species in the world, Noodle and Dumpling may be tiny, but they’ve got personality to spare. Their nimble little paws work almost like hands, perfect for digging, grabbing, and eating their favorite snacks, shrimp.
With their playful energy and curious nature, Noodle and Dumpling have become guest favorites, teaching visitors what makes otter families so unique and helping them connect with these social, chatty animals in a way that sticks long after their visit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Asian small-clawed otters are naturally curious and social, and Noodle and Dumpling love showing off for a crowd. You may see them dig, splash, or dive a little closer to check things out. While they’re playful and engaging, they’re still wild animals, so guests should be gentle, respectful, and give them space to feel comfortable.
Asian small-clawed otters have a lot to say, and they don’t just use their voices. They can make up to 12 different sounds, including whistles, chirps, and squeaks, plus body language and scent marking. It’s how they connect, show personality, and keep their tight-knit family groups working together out in the wild.
Their keepers go in and clean the enclosure and feed them in the morning, and add in new enrichments and toys. Guests can visit them through out the day- the keepers also do check ins with them. They have a final inspection every afternoon before the keepers leave for the day.
You absolutely can! Many guests come to visit the otter habitat at Wild Florida, where you may get a glimpse of Noodle and Dumpling themselves.
Noodle and Dumpling help guests learn about this vulnerable Southeast Asian species, from their social nature to their clever, tool-using paws, and much more. Through education and animal care interactions, they remind us of the importance of conservation and respect for wildlife.
You can support Noodle and Dumpling by symbolically adopting an Asian small-clawed otter. Adoption packages help provide daily care, enrichment, and education for animals at Wild Florida.
Ages 12+
Step inside our spacious lemur exhibit with one of the world’s most endangered and charismatic primates—the ring-tailed lemur!
Here’s what your animal encounter includes:
Reservations are required. Lemur encounters are limited to only six guests per encounter time. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.
*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.
*The Ring-Tailed Lemur Encounter includes Alligator Park Admission at Wild Florida.
Ages 8+
Come meet Wild Florida’s capybaras and experience their sweet, social nature for yourself! Plus, Wild Florida Adventure Park now offers capybara encounters at 4 PM. Don’t miss your chance to get up close with these lovable creatures!
Here’s what your encounter includes:
Reservations are required. Capybara encounters are limited to only eight guests per encounter time. Please arrive on time. Your booking will be rescheduled for another date if you are late.
*All programs involving live animals are subject to change due to weather, availability, or unforeseen circumstances. Thank you for understanding.
*The Capybara Encounter includes Alligator Park Admission at Wild Florida.
The adoption fee is non-refundable; however, the proceeds are still used for the conservation efforts for that animals.
Yes! You are allowed to adopt up to nine animals.
Delivery typically takes 3-5 weeks. If your package is lost in transit, you will need to reach out to UPS.
