I’m excited to showcase my newly built Timber Wolf Habitat in Planet Zoo! 🐺🌲 This project was carefully designed to balance functionality with an immersive guest experience.
- The habitat has been designed with a naturalistic aesthetic, featuring tall trees, rocks, and dense foliage to replicate a forest environment for the wolves. 🌳🪨🌿
- Instead of traditional fencing, I opted for a water barrier. 💧 This not only ensures safety but also allows guests to feel closer to the habitat, enhancing their experience.
- A dedicated education area 🎓 has been included, complete with benches where visitors can sit, learn about the timber wolves, and engage more deeply with the exhibit.
- The walking paths encircle the habitat, providing guests with 360-degree views of the enclosure. The pathways are bustling with visitors, demonstrating their excitement and interest.
I’m really pleased with how this turned out—it offers both practicality and an engaging environment for guests and animals alike. ✨
The creation
1. The Barriers
The habitat is enclosed with discreet barriers that blend into the environment. While the water barrier handles most of the containment, a low wooden fence adds an extra layer of security without obstructing the view for the guests. The barriers are practical yet aesthetic, ensuring the habitat feels open and natural.
2. The Water Barrier Inside
The water barrier is the star of the design! 💧 It surrounds the habitat and creates a natural divide between the wolves and the guests. It not only prevents the animals from escaping but also enhances the realism of the environment. The shallow edges and gentle flow of water give it a calm, natural vibe that fits perfectly with the forest theme.
3. The Trees and Rocks
The habitat features a mix of towering trees 🌲 and carefully placed rocks 🪨 that give the wolves plenty of cover and places to explore. The trees create shade and a lush atmosphere, while the rocks add texture and elevation to the terrain, making it feel more dynamic and less flat. This setup mimics the wolves’ natural forested environment beautifully.
4. The Path for Guests
Guests can walk around the habitat on a paved, winding path that encircles the enclosure. The pathway is wide enough to handle a crowd and gives visitors multiple viewing angles of the wolves. Its placement near the water barrier ensures guests feel close to the action while staying safe. The integration of seating areas further enhances the experience, letting visitors stop and admire the habitat at their leisure.
5. The Lights and Education Posts
Strategically placed lighting ensures the habitat remains visible during the evening hours, enhancing the guest experience even at night. ✨ The warm-toned lights highlight key areas of the habitat without disturbing the animals. Along the path, education posts provide visitors with interesting facts about timber wolves, their behavior, and their natural habitats. These posts, combined with seating and donation boxes, make the area both educational and engaging for guests.
