Many children end up terrified of unreasonable things just because their parents did not like something.
This goes for just about anything not only animals. This extends to many different areas of their lives. How many kids have you encountered who don't like veggies (carrots, peas, broccoli etc) just because their parents didn't like them? I have seen kids terrified of water because one or both parents were. I promised myself that when I had children I would never show fear or dislike of anything. I encouraged my children to experience everything.
I can't wait to see what other wild creatures you will showcase this year. Thanks for sharing these adventures so that we who may not have access to these creatures may learn to enjoy them too.
I agree, it is best to let the children explore and experience things, and they can decide for themselves if they like it or not.