DMM KARIYUSHI AQUARIUM

Yui-Yui Zoo

Reptiles

Classification
Order Testudinsidae
distribution
Central Africa

African spurred tortoise

Scientific name
Geochelone sulcata
English name
African spurred tortoise

Features

It lives in dry areas such as deserts and savannas, and is herbivorous, eating wild grasses and succulents. It is the third largest turtle in the world, reaching a carapace length of 40 cm and a weight of 40 kg. Its name comes from the protruding part around the base of its hind legs that looks like a "spur".

From the breeding staff

There are three African spurred African spurred tortoise living here; a girl named "Cola" and two boys named "Ramune" and "Tony". If you look closely, you'll notice that the patterns and shapes of their shells are completely different! You can watch them eat with great force during the feeding experience!

Birds & Others

Classification
Pelecaniformes, Pelecanidae
distribution
Southern Asia to Africa

White pelican

Scientific name
Pelecanus onocrotalus
English name
White pelican

Features

They live in groups in wetlands and lakes, and have a large beak with a pouch-like throat pouch that allows the skin to stretch. They scoop up fish along with the water, and spit the water out of the gaps in their beaks to catch them. They are about 1.5 meters long, and their wingspan is nearly 3 meters. Their feet have large webbed feet, which are suitable for swimming underwater.

From the breeding staff

He may look big and strong at first glance, but he's actually quite a scaredy guy...
People who like him, love him! People who don't like him, absolutely hate him! But Pelican is a key figure who always gives energy to the staff. I hope he eats a lot of fish every day and stays healthy.

Mammals

Classification
Armadillidae
distribution
south america

Six-banded armadillo

Scientific name
Euphractus sexcinctus
English name
Six-banded armadillo

Features

They live in burrows dug in tropical rainforests, savannas, and grasslands. When they sense danger, they have the habit of either retracting their limbs and using their shell to protect themselves, or escaping into their burrow. They are omnivorous, eating fruits and insects.

From the breeding staff

They are often seen sleeping side by side with their bellies exposed! They look so safe and secure and are so cute!

Mammals

Classification
Giant Anteater
distribution
Northern South America

Southern tamandua

Scientific name
Tamandua tetradactyla
English name
Southern tamandua

Features

As its name suggests, in the wild, it mainly feeds on termites, inserting its long, thin tongue, which can reach up to 40cm, into anthills and entangling them to prey. It has very strong claws, which it sometimes uses to destroy anthills. It mainly lives in trees, and uses its long, sturdy tail to move between trees.

From the breeding staff

They have no teeth and eat with their long tongues. They have big, muscular front legs and big claws, so when they ask to play with you, you have to be careful not to hurt them. You don't have to worry about them biting you, but they are still quite dangerous creatures. But they are very cute.

Mammals

Classification
Two-toed sloth
distribution
Northern South America

Two-toed sloth

Scientific name
Choloepus didactylus
English name
Two-toed sloth

Features

The name "two-toed" comes from the two long claws on its front feet, which it uses to hang from trees. It is nocturnal and feeds on nuts and fruits, but is mostly motionless during the day, spending 15 to 20 hours a day sleeping. It mainly lives in trees, and comes down to the ground once a week to defecate.

From the breeding staff

They all have their own personalities, some love people, others are lively and tomboyish. Their fur and color are all different, so take a good look at them! And find your favorite sloth!

Birds & Others

Classification
Woodpeckers, Ramphastidae
distribution
south america

Channel-billed toucan

Scientific name
Ramphastos vitellinus
English name
Channel-billed toucan

Features

Its large beak is hollow, making it light for its size, and it also plays a role in regulating body temperature. It is omnivorous, eating fruits, nuts, insects, small Reptiles, etc. It has a unique way of eating, throwing food straight up into its mouth.

From the breeding staff

They welcome visitors in the animal area with their colorful appearance! (They sometimes fly over lol) They look so cute when they're eating!

Birds & Others

Classification
Owls , Barn owl
distribution
Europe, Africa, Australia

Barn owl

Scientific name
Tyto alba
English name
Barn owl

Features

They have a heart-shaped face, which can range from white to brown depending on the variety. Their name comes from the fact that they look like they are wearing a mask. Their feathers turn brown from their head to their back, creating a snake-like pattern, which serves as a form of camouflage when hunting. They are carnivorous, preying on mice, frogs, and insects.

From the breeding staff

They are carnivorous, so they eat mice and chicks. Their favorite food is mouse tails! The one at our aquarium doesn't like chicks very much...

Mammals

Classification
Carnivora, Procyonidae
distribution
Southern Mexico, Brazil

Kinkajou

Scientific name
Potato flavus
English name
Kinkajou

Features

Its body length is about 40cm to 60cm. It looks similar to prosimians such as the slow loris, a type of monkey, but is classified as a member of the raccoon family. It is nocturnal, spending the day in the trees and rarely coming down to the ground. It is omnivorous, feeding on fruit, nectar, insects, etc. It has a long tongue and is also known as the honey bear because of the way it licks up honey and eats it.

From the breeding staff

He usually sleeps during the day, so if you get to see his face, you're really lucky! He'll follow you anywhere if you have his favorite bananas lol

Reptiles

Classification
Order Testudinsidae
distribution
Australia, Papua New Guinea

Siebenrock‘s snake-necked turtle

Scientific name
Chelodina siebenrocki
English name
Siebenrock's snake-necked turtle

Features

They live in swamps, streams, and marshes, and feed on small fish and crustaceans. They have large heads and long necks. They spend most of their time in the water, so they have webbed feet that are adapted to aquatic life.

From the breeding staff

It's so cute to see it breathing with its long neck! It's not a soft-shelled turtle!

Mammals

Classification
Carnivora, Mongoose family
distribution
South Africa

Meerkat

Scientific name
Suricate suricatta
English name
Meerkat

Features

Meerkat means "lake cat" in Dutch, but it is a relative of the mongoose. The way they stand on high ground and look around is a sentry behavior to protect the flock from predators. They are omnivorous, eating insects, snakes, scorpions, etc.

From the breeding staff

Although they look cute, they still have sharp claws and fangs for hunting. They look cute when they're sleeping, but they look very wild when they're eating!
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