Category: Starts with \”a,i,u,e,o\” in Japanese

Alpaca

2023-09-19By Hayakawa

Do you know an alpaca, an animal with soft fur?
They are often bred in zoos and ranches, so many people will have actually seen them.
Alpacas are similar to sheep, but they are actually members of the camelidae, and they have a long history of living with humans for thousands of years.
Let’s take a peek into their lives together in this article to find out what characteristics and secrets alpacas have!

Sea Lion

2023-09-19By Hayakawa

Do you know a very clever marine mammal called a sea lion?
They are bred in many aquariums and often appear in shows, so many people may have seen them at least once.
Sea lions are familiar beings, but they are also animals that hide many secrets for living in the sea and have many surprisingly unknown characteristics.
Let’s take a peek at what characteristics and secrets sea lions have in this article!

Iriomote Cat

2023-09-19By Hayakawa

Do you know the iriomote cat, a rare wildcat that lives only on Iriomote Island in Okinawa Prefecture in Japan?
The iriomote cat has a small population and is at risk of extinction, so it is designated as an endangered species and a special natural monument of Japan.
In fact, the iriomote wildcat has only been discovered for about 50 years, and it is still an animal with many mysteries.
Let’s take a peek at what characteristics and secrets iriomote cats have in this article!

Dolphin

2023-09-19By Hayakawa

It is a very popular dolphin that is one of the highlights of the aquarium show! The sight of them swimming around in the water is beautiful, and the sight of them playing ball is cute.
Dolphins have a gentle personality, but did you know that they actually have great power?
Let’s take a peek at the world of dolphins you didn’t know!

Emu

2023-09-19By Hayakawa

Suddenly, what would you say if you were asked, “Who is the second largest flightless bird in the world?”
The answer to this quiz is the emu, a flightless bird from Australia that is often kept in zoos and ranches.Speaking of flightless birds, ostriches are famous, but what is the difference between ostriches and emus?
To find out what characteristics and secrets emu have, let’s take a peek into the world of emus together in this article.

Exotic Shorthair

2023-09-19By matsukawaharuna

Have you heard of the Exotic Shorthair cat?
Even if the name doesn’t ring a bell, you might remember seeing its charming face somewhere!
Recently, it has been active as a pet talent in TV commercials and other media!
It is sometimes called “Ugly but cute cat” due to its unique facial features.
Why don’t we explore the secrets of this Exotic Shorthair cat that is more than just Ugly but cute?

Amoeba

2023-09-19By matsukawaharuna

You may often see amoebas, which are also called slimes, in anime and games, but do you think they are fictional creatures?
Actually, amoebas are real organisms that exist in the real world!
We will introduce you to the amoebas that may be a little different from what you imagine.

American Curl

2023-09-19By matsukawaharuna

This article introduces the American Curl, a cat breed with charming curled ears!
It is also called “the Peter Pan of cats”.
It is a rare breed that is not often seen in pet shops, so only a few people know about it.
But we hope that this page will spark your interest in the American Curl!

Sea Slug

2023-09-19By matsukawaharuna

Do you know the creature called “sea slug”?
Some people may have heard of it as a mysterious creature that has become a topic of conversation.
It has become popular because of its colorful appearance and distinctive body shape.
The colorful hues are truly beautiful and it is also called the “jewel of the sea”.
What kind of creature do you think sea slugs belong to?
Actually, they belong to the “snail” family.
However, it is hard to believe because there is no shell.
Many species of sea slugs have degraded shells, but some species still carry shells on their backs.
What other ecology is hidden?
Let’s explore sea slugs together!

Monkfish

2023-09-19By Hayakawa

When you hear the word “deep-sea fish,” what fish do you imagine? I think most people don’t know the types and names of deep-sea fish, but many people think of monkfish.
Monkfish have a grotesque form, but in fact, they are also major fish that are edible in Japan. However, few people know about its ecology as a species.
So, this time, let’s take a closer look at the monkfish, which is a familiar deep-sea fish that can also be eaten!
In this article, unless otherwise stated, we will focus on monkfish, which is also known as the blackmouth angler.