This time, we will introduce the zoo spots recommended by the manager.
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Inokashira Park, which is featured in the Little Grebe Observation Diary, is the Inokashira Park Zoo, which also has a zoo, where many animals and wild birds from Japan are exhibited.
Hanako, an Asian elephant that I could see for many years, died last year (May 26, 2016) and became a little lonely.
Since there are no large animals such as lions and giraffes, it feels a little sober, but you can see sober but attractive animals.
In the past, there was a greenhouse where you could see wild birds flying around in the lush tropical vegetation, but unfortunately that has disappeared.
It's a shame because the caretaker himself was a favorite place because there are some Eboshidori that can be seen in Africa.
However, there are attractive attractions that replace it.
It is a facility called "Squirrel Trail" where you can observe squirrels up close by entering the cage where they are.
Squirrel trail entrance
To prevent the squirrel from popping out easily, the entrance is a double door that cannot be opened at the same time.
The same applies to the exit.
There is a lot of greenery in the cage, and small babbles are reproduced, and you can see the squirrels running around in such a close-up, so you can enjoy it even though it is small.
Squirrels running around without hesitation
Unlike flying birds and large animals, the cage is not painful and does not seem to be stressed.
I'm running around and moving my body as much as I can.
If you stay still for a while, the squirrel may climb up on your shoulder.
Children visiting here are delighted to see the squirrels running around in front of them.
Since you can see it without passing through the fence or glass, it is easy to take pictures, and even if you look at it, you will feel a sense of familiarity with the squirrel.
Therefore, a lot of cameramen who aimed at the decisive moment of the squirrel also visit.
Such a manager is one of them without exception.
She aimed at the moment when the squirrel jumped.
The water surface accelerates at once and jumps!
When I was absorbed in shooting squirrels, there was a crowd behind the caretaker.
"I wonder what?"
The manager is too absorbed in shooting.
Things other than shooting go away from consciousness and don't bother me much.
Returning to his consciousness, a number of squirrels were crawling on the caretaker's back.
There were many people watching the many squirrels crawling on the back of such a caretaker.
Another recommendation is the Aquatic Life House in the annex.
The entrance to the Aquatic Life House is very popular on holidays
Compared to the world's tropical fish and aquariums with saltwater fish, you can see aquatic life such as Japanese freshwater fish, amphibians, and insects.
The environment close to nature is reproduced in the aquarium, which is pleasing to the eyes of the viewer.
The first person to meet you when you enter the entrance is Mr. Grebe, who is familiar with the "Little Grebe Observation Diary".
You can see the little grebe swimming in the water from the side, which you cannot see in Inokashira Pond.
Little Grebe that has such a streamlined and beautiful form underwater
The little grebe, which is plump on the water, swims fast in the water with a beautiful streamlined appearance in the water.
You can see the meaning of the little grebe's legs on the back of the body.
It is possible to minimize resistance in the water and maximize propulsion.
Penguins can't fly, but little grebes can.
There is a thin layer of air on the surface of the body that reflects light.
It can be seen that the waterproof feathers keep the epidermis out of contact with water.
Cormorants often have their feathers dried because their feathers are not very waterproof, but it is extremely rare to see little grebes drying their feathers.
The feathers won't get wet, so you probably don't need to dry them.
Even in the hot summer months, you can cool off from the core of your body watching the mountain stream fish swimming.
Inokashira Park Zoo also has a guinea pig petting plaza and a small amusement park, so small children can play all day without getting bored.
Admission is as easy as 400 yen for adults and free for elementary school students and younger.
There is also a sculpture hall inside, where you can see many of Seibo Kitamura, a sculptor who worked on statues of peace in Nagasaki.
This is probably the reason why it is called a natural culture garden.
The large works that are quietly exhibited outdoors are quite a sight to see.
It's a place where you can enjoy all four seasons.
Occasionally, such a place may be good.
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