Komodos

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The facility

The Komodos facility is Barcelona Zoo's first fully renovated facility. It houses a total of five animal species from Asia-Pacific.

The facility consists of two integrated enclosures: the Komodo dragons live in the larger enclosure and the Muntjac deer live in the other enclosure. Three species of birds characteristic of the Asian continent also live in the facility: the Java Sparrow, the Nicobar Pigeon and the Pied Imperial Pigeon.

The natural habitats of these animals have been recreated along a 140 metre route  using modern, zoo-immersion techniques. The vegetation illustrates different habitats, separates the areas and creates different observation points. The different levels has also created different  views of the space where these species live, such as sub-aquatic views or views of the interior of a cave, while the glazed areas provide visitors with panoramic views of the route.

Characteristics

The physical characteristics of the facility are as follows:

Les espècies que habiten al Komodos

The Komodo Dragon

 

The Komodo Dragon is the Iargest lizard in the world.  It can be up to 30 metres in length and weigh between 80 and 150 kilos.

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Muntjac deer

 

These small deer are typical of Indonesia, although they can be found in various parts of the world.

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The Java Sparrow

 

Originating in Java and Bali, it is now a threatened species in these islands.  It is also found in the Philippines, Fiji and the United States.

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The Nicobar Pigeon

 

This bird, which lives in jungles and rainforests in Asia, is in danger of extinction due to deforestation.

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Pied Imperial Pigeon

 

Capable of travelling long distances, this species lives in the coastal jungles and mangrove swamps of south east Asia.

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