Your Visit
There are few reptile collections that can compare to the diversity of animals on display at the Kentucky Reptile Zoo. Animals on exhibit range from an 18 foot reticulated python, our largest resident, to many types of venomous snakes such as cobras, vipers and rattlesnakes, to Fluffy the alligator. One of the favorite areas for kids is our Turtle Tracks Area, where both tortoises and aquatic turtles can be seen.
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The reticulated python is the longest snake in the world. The reticulated python at Kentucky Reptile Zoo is roughly 18 feet long. |
A gaboon viper on display at Kentucky Reptile Zoo. The longest fangs ever measured were from a gaboon viper at 2.5 inches! |
The desert tortoise is a favorite of many kids, as he frequently walks over to see what the visitors are doing. |
Many people enjoy visiting Kentucky Reptile Zoo because of the amazing diversity of reptiles to be seen. Adults and kids are all fascinated by snakes!
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Prairie rattlesnake |
Central American rattlesnake |
Eastern Diamondback rattlesnake |
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Rock rattlesnake |
Tropical Rattlesnake |
Timber Rattlesnake |
The zoo offers live venom extractions on most days by Jim Harrison, the zoo’s director, and public reptile programs. Guests are given informal tours by knowledgeable guides, so any reptile-related questions you have will be answered!
Program Times:
Live venom extraction 1 pm
The venom extraction demonstration provides visitors with a unique opportunity to witness snakes being “milked” and learn about the medical advances provided by the use of venom. Please note that schedules do vary at KRZ and sometimes circumstances are such that the director is unable to give an extraction show. Please call in advance to verify that times, days, or species have not changed.
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Venom extraction from a Suphan phase Monocled cobra. |
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Venom extraction from a king cobra. |
Reptile Programs 3 pm & 5 pm
The reptile programs range from gator to snake talks, but all present the public with the chance to see these live animals up close. During the snake show, visitors will learn about non venomous and venomous snakes, what to do in case of snakebite, how to coexist with creatures not everyone loves, and why we owe so much to these sleek and scaly reptiles. The alligator show explains the difference between an alligator and crocodile, how having scales doesn’t always mean you are a reptile, and the amazing way these creatures were saved from extinction.
Have your picture taken with an alligator!
It is not everyday you get the chance to hold an alligator, and you can have the photographic proof! For $7.00 a picture, visitors get the chance to handle one of our younger alligators and have this once in a life time experience preserved. All alligators have their mouths secured to prevent injury.
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