The Tree of Life is a 145-foot (44 m) sculpture of a baobab tree at Disney's Animal Kingdom, Walt Disney World Resort. With over 8,000 branches of very different sizes and about 102,000 artificial leaves, the sculpture debuted when the theme park opened on April 22, 1998. [1]

The Tree of Life is a 145-foot (44 m) artificial tree that has served as the icon of Disney's Animal Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort since the park first opened on April 22, 1998.

The Tree of Life honors animals and the place they all share in the great Circle of Life. At 145 feet tall, the massive tree towers over the land. Marvel at its gnarled roots and outstretched branches, then step closer to see the shapes of over 300 animals carved into the tree.

Feb 5, 2025 · Walt Disney Imagineering has filed a permit for the demolition and construction at the Tree of Life Theater, confirming the permanent closure of It’s Tough to Be a Bug.

Apr 3, 2024 · Ever wondered what lies within the trunk and roots of the magnificent Tree of Life? Learn all about Animal Kingdom's park icon!

Jun 1, 2024 · 10 Animal Kingdom Tree of Life Facts. How many of these facts do you know? The Tree of Life is not a real tree. The 145-foot-tall man-made creation is designed to look like an African Baobab tree. The tree is actually a reimagined oil rig …

Jun 9, 2021 · On April 22, 1998, our beloved Disney Park, Disney’s Animal Kingdom introduced The Tree of Life after a long 18-month process! Inspired by the mythological concept also called The Tree...

Apr 13, 2023 · In Disney’s Animal Kingdom, the Tree of Life is a baobab tree, which you may recognize from being mentioned on Kilimanjaro Safaris. The baobab tree is fascinating for its ability to adapt to its environment.

Jul 14, 2023 · The Tree of Life at Animal Kingdom is the 145-foot-tall baobab tree that is the centerpiece of Disney’s Animal Kingdom. It features carvings of animals around the trunk and branches of the tree.

Apr 1, 2024 · Walt Disney World’s Animal Kingdom is one of the most unique theme parks in the world – and, at its centre, stands the impressive Tree of Life. The tree represents both the park's dedication to conservation and a celebration of biodiversity in the natural world.