Mr. Mai Khac Trung Truc, Director of the Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens, said that the unit is currently raising 10 rare spider bites from Vietnam and around the world. Among those 10 species, there are exotic groups such as colored caterpillars, Macau caterpillars, pink-headed caterpillars, red-brust caterpillars, African gray caterpillars, blue-yellow caterpillars, etc.
According to the reporter, the most prominent species here is the pink thoracic fin, originating from Vietnam. This species is included in species IIB (a group of animals strictly protected according to Vietnamese law) and Appendix II Cites (Convention on International Trade in endangered wildlife and plants).
According to Mr. Truc, thanks to the experience of caring for swervers from previous performances, the Zoo is ready to receive rescue for swervers sent by authorities. "We have received 13 African gray reptiles and are raising them (pets raised and cared for directly by zoo staff) to ensure their health," he said.
The species ofet in the Zoo are not too difficult to raise. The living environment is airy, sunny and the main food is nuts, fruits and boiled eggs. When the breeding season comes, parents hatch their own eggs. If the child is not raised, the staff will take care of him at the veterinary area.
The breeding and increase of pangolins here is to maintain the quantity and breeding to serve the exhibition and education of visitors.
The species ofet at the Zoo always attract the attention of visitors. Among them, the Vietnamese pink thoracic fin (Psittacula Alexandri) has a large chin, black or red depending on gender. When mature, the male bird's nest turns red, while the female roof bird remains black. pink thoracic fever is distributed almost throughout Vietnam.
Mr. Nguyen Hoang Anh (residing in Binh Thanh Ward) expressed his excitement when he first saw the rare pangolins at the Zoo. "I find them very attractive because many types of crab have diverse colors, they look extremely adorable," he shared.
Mr. Hoang Anh added that visiting rare animals here not only brings an interesting experience but also helps him gain more knowledge and know how to distinguish endangered species to avoid confusion.
There is also a green patch with gray ears, in front of which is green. Green back, wings and tail, neck and abdomen. This species is commonly distributed in the southern and central United States, living in primeval forests, feeding on nuts, fruits, and insects. The green reveder usually breeds in tree nests, each pair laying about 2-3 eggs.
Another species is the green-winged 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Green winged crested caterpillars are distributed in Argentina, Panama and live in primeval forests. The main food is nuts, fruits, and grains. The caterpillars nest in tree holes and in soil holes, each pair lays 3-4 eggs and hatches after 28 days.
Raising these rare xeofrids not only enriches the animal system of the Zoo but also contributes to raising awareness of wildlife protection in the community.
