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Otter - Lutra canadensis Otters are the swimmers of the weasel family. They can stay underwater for up to five minutes with their ears and noses closed. Their special fur traps air to help them float. Our otters, Splish and Splash, are lively and playful, and love to chase each other and wrestle. Vectren generously sponsored a brand-new habitat for the sisters, so you can now see them play in the water! Interesting fact: Otters have two layers of fur; a thick coat underneath that traps air, and an outer coat of long, waterproof hairs. |
| Siberian Tigers – Panthera
tigris altaica Sumatran Tigers – Panthera tigris sumatrae Siberian tigers are the largest of the tiger family, up to ten feet long. Sumatran tigers are the smallest, reaching only eight feet. Tigers hunt once or twice a week, then bury their prey to hide it from other animals so they can return later for a snack. Some tigers in Asia may hunt rhinos or elephants, but usually they eat wild pigs and deer. Athena is our Siberian tiger, and Athos is the smaller Sumatran tiger. Interesting fact: Tigers can move slowly and quietly for half an hour, stalking prey. |
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African Lion – Panthero
leo Lions are the only social cats. They live in groups known as a pride, with one to four adult males and females, as well as their young. Males are larger then females, but the females begin all movement and hunting. Hunting usually takes place at dawn by the females, who hunt together in groups. Interesting Fact: Male lion manes are useful because it makes the male appear larger and more intimidating without adding extra weight to the lion. |
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Bactrian Camel – Amelus bactrianus Little is known about the behavior of these animals in the wild, but observations indicate they live in family groups usually consisting of one male, several females, and their offspring. Listed as endangered. It is estimated that only about 1,000 wild Bactrian camels remain in their native range in Mongolia. Interesting Fact: Camel calves have humps like adults, but they lay flat against their sides at birth. |