BF Petting Farm
Thonotosassa, FL
- Admission
- $8
- Accreditation
- None listed
not accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Everything below is directory information drawn from public sources and the zoo's own site.
Animals at BF Petting Farm
8 confirmed
Feathers & Fangs from visitors
What people who've been to BF Petting Farm say
A Feather is something this zoo does well; a Fang is something it gets wrong. Left by people who've been, and read by us before they appear.
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About BF Petting Farm
BF Petting Farm is a petting farm at 15320 Morris Bridge Rd in Thonotosassa, Florida, which its website describes as conveniently located near New Tampa. The website invites families to spend time meeting, feeding, and learning about farm animals. It is not accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. The farm's focus is hands-on contact with domestic farm animals rather than an exotic collection.
Exhibits and habitats
According to the farm's website, visitors can interact with and feed cows, goats, sheep, donkeys, ponies, chickens, ducks, and pigs. Alongside the animal area, the property has a playground and a picnic area. A covered pavilion can be reserved for birthday parties.
Admission includes two baskets of animal feed, and additional baskets are available for purchase on site. The farm asks that visitors feed the animals only the cut-up fruits or vegetables that the farm provides.
Conservation and programs
The website lists birthday parties as the farm's main program. Party access includes the petting farm area, animal feed, the playground, and the covered pavilion, and the party area must be cleaned and vacated by 3:00 p.m. A deposit is required to reserve a date and is applied toward the total party cost. Party bookings are handled by phone, and the website directs callers to contact Irene.
Planning your visit
As listed on the farm's website, BF Petting Farm is open Thursday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and the farm has posted notices of vacation closures. Ticket details, including how children under two are treated, are on the farm's website.
The farm's posted rules include:
- Children must be supervised at all times.
- Only the cut-up fruits or vegetables provided by the farm may be fed to the animals.
- Visitors should not chase the chickens or ducks.
- Pets are not allowed; only trained service animals assisting a person with a disability are permitted.
- Balloons and glass containers are not permitted in the birthday party rules.
The website also notes a processing fee on card transactions. The farm's phone number is listed on its website as (813) 629-7859.
What we haven't confirmed
Everything above came from public sources. These specifics we haven't stood behind yet:
- Parking
- Opening year and ownership history
- Whether the animal list changes seasonally
BF Petting Farm compared with nearby zoos
How BF Petting Farm lines up against other zoos in the same state. We don't have coordinates for it yet, so these aren't ranked by distance.
| Zoo | Admission | Hours | Size | AZA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BF Petting FarmThis zooThonotosassa, FL | $8 | Thu–Sun 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM. | — | No |
| Amazing Animals IncSaint Cloud, FL | — | Open 7 days a week, 365 days a year for private guided tours by appointment only at 10:00 AM, 12:00 PM and 2:00 PM daily. | — | No |
| Boyett’s Grove & Citrus AttractionBrooksville, FL | — | Daily 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM; 5 PM is last admission to Wildlife Park. | — | No |
| Brevard ZooMelbourne, FL | $34.95–$36.95 | 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM | 75 acres | Yes |
Distances are straight-line. A dash means we haven't confirmed that detail yet, not that the zoo lacks it.
AZAThe Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Accredited members have passed an independent inspection of animal care and welfare, safety, conservation and education, repeated every five years. Many smaller facilities never apply, so “not accredited” isn't a verdict on its own. What accreditation means · How we check this
BF Petting Farm: common questions
Is BF Petting Farm AZA accredited?
No. The farm is not accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.
Which days is it open?
As listed on the farm's website, Thursday through Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
What animals can visitors feed?
The website lists cows, goats, sheep, donkeys, ponies, chickens, ducks, and pigs, and says feed is limited to the cut-up fruits or vegetables the farm provides.
Can visitors bring pets or balloons?
Pets are not allowed, except trained service animals. The birthday party rules also prohibit balloons and glass containers.
Does the farm host birthday parties?
Yes. Parties use the covered pavilion and are booked by phone.
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