DMM KARIYUSHI AQUARIUM

Reptiles

Reptiles

Classification
Alligatoridae
distribution
North and Central South America

Smooth-fronted caiman

Scientific name
Paleosuchus trigonatus
English name
Smooth-fronted caiman

Features

This species is slightly larger than the pygmy caiman, growing to a maximum length of about 1.8m. It mainly inhabits shallow streams, but as it grows it spends more time on land, away from the water. It preys on fish, amphibians, and small Mammals. It is very quick when catching its prey, but normally it barely moves.

From the breeding staff

They enjoy sunbathing, so please keep an eye on them kindly when they are on land.

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!

Reptiles

Classification
Squamata, Lacertidae
distribution
Indonesia

Tanimbar island blue tongued skink

Scientific name
Tiliqua scincoides chimaerea
English name
Tanimbar island blue tongued skink

Features

As its name suggests, it has a blue tongue, a thick head and body, and short limbs and tail. It lives in warm, dry areas such as grasslands, searching for food during the day and hiding in the shade of rocks or under trees at night. It is omnivorous, eating insects, small Reptiles, fruit, etc.

From the breeding staff

As its name suggests, this lizard is characterized by its blue tongue, which is very cute when it is searching for food or complementing its coloring, but the zookeeper's favorite feature is its front legs! Compared to the size of its body, its front legs are very small and cute, so be sure to take a look!

Reptiles

Classification
Squamata, Gekkonidae
distribution
Madagascar

Madagascar day gecko

Scientific name
Phelsuma madagascariensis
English name
Madagascar day gecko

Features

The soles of geckos' feet are covered with many nanometer-sized hairs, which create a molecular-level pulling force. By adjusting the angle of their feet, they can change this pulling force, allowing them to climb vertically on walls made of various materials.

From the breeding staff

Unlike the other geckos at DMM KARIYUSHI AQUARIUM, this gecko has very attractive round eyes. If you look at its head, you will see a pattern that looks like a heart! Please try to find it!

Reptiles

Classification
Order Testudines Family Chelidonidae
distribution
Northern South America

Matamata

Scientific name
Chelus fimbriatus
English name
Matamata

Features

The name comes from the local meaning of "skin." Its appearance is thought to be a camouflage to mimic the surrounding fallen leaves and rocks. It rarely comes onto land, but waits on the bottom of the water for fish to pass nearby, and preys on them.

From the breeding staff

His face seen from the front is very distinctive! Maybe he looks like that comedian?

Reptiles

Classification
Order: Agamidae
distribution
Northern Australia, Southern New Guinea

Frill-necked lizard

Scientific name
Chlamydosaurus kingii
English name
Frill-necked lizard

Features

They live in trees and spend most of their time in them. When they sense danger, they spread the collar around their neck to intimidate. They mainly eat insects, and sometimes come down to the ground to look for food.

From the breeding staff

His sleeping face is cute and he looks cool with his collar spread out!

Reptiles

Classification
Squamata, Iguanidae
distribution
Central and South America

Green iguana

Scientific name
Iguana iguana
English name
Green iguana

Features

They live mainly in trees and are active during the day. They are herbivorous, eating leaves, flowers, and fruit, but when they are young they also eat insects. They are also good swimmers in the water, using the propulsion of their tails.

From the breeding staff

The two iguanas you can meet at DMM KARIYUSHI AQUARIUM are both albino Green iguana. However, they are completely different in size. The small iguana will eventually grow to be nearly 2 meters long! We are looking forward to seeing how they grow!

Reptiles

Classification
Squamata, Gekkonidae
distribution
North and East Madagascar

Mossy leaf-tail gecko

Scientific name
Uroplatus sikorae
English name
Mossy leaf-tail gecko

Features

It has gray or brown moss-like skin that mimics tree bark. Its name comes from its large, flat, spatula-like tail. It is carnivorous and preys on insects and small Reptiles.

From the breeding staff

He licks the water off the glass with his tongue, how cute is that?

Reptiles

Classification
Squamata, Pythonidae
distribution
New Guinea, Northern Australia

Green tree python

Scientific name
Morelia viridis
English name
Green tree python

Features

They live in arboreal areas in humid forests and rarely come down to the ground. They are carnivorous and prey on small animals and birds. They are characterized by the fact that their body color changes as they grow, and young snakes are red or yellow.

From the breeding staff

A snake that looks dangerous but is actually non-venomous.
As its name suggests, it only turns a beautiful green color once it has grown large.

Reptiles

Classification
Order Squamata, Family Gekkonidae
distribution
Southern New Caledonia

New caledonian crested gecko

Scientific name
Correlophus ciliatus
English name
New caledonian crested gecko

Features

Its name comes from the crown-like protrusion on its head, and above its eyes there is an eyelash-like protrusion called a "crest". It is nocturnal and often stays still in trees during the day, eating insects and fruit at night.

From the breeding staff

Its charming feature is its crests that look like eyelashes. It loves not only insects but also sweet fruit.

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!

Reptiles

Classification
Order Testudines Family Chelidonidae
distribution
Southern Brazil, Uruguay, Northern Argentina

Hilare‘s toad-headed turtle

Scientific name
Phrynops hilarii
English name
Hilare's toad-headed turtle

Features

The name comes from the fact that it has a frog-like face. Turtles in this genus have two whisker-like protrusions on their chins, and with a maximum carapace length of 40 cm, it is the largest species in the genus Chelonia. The body color is dark gray and inconspicuous, but the carapace on the abdomen has small polka-dot-like spots. They prey on fish, amphibians, insects, and crustaceans.

From the breeding staff

In Japan, turtles that retract their necks are well known, but the Hilare‘s toad-headed turtle is a slightly unusual turtle that folds its neck sideways. It is a glutton, and when someone passes in front of the tank, it appeals for food! It also has a playful side!

Reptiles

Classification
Squamata, Iguanidae
distribution
Tropical rainforests of Central America

Plumed basilisk

Scientific name
Basiliscus plumifrons
English name
Plumed basilisk

Features

It can run on the water using its two hind legs. The large protrusion on its head and large dorsal fin are characteristics only seen in males, and are said to be intended to appeal to females.

From the breeding staff

He's a big foodie. Cockroaches are his favorite food!
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