by R. Akasaka. Introduction The sea turtle is a living thing that usually lives in the sea, and lands when … More
Category: Animalia
The word “animal” comes from the Latin word animal (meaning with soul, from anima, soul). The biological definition of the word refers to all members of the Kingdom Animalia, encompassing creatures ranging from insects to humans.
Oita Salamander
by M. Okamoto Introduction First, salamanders are amphibians. They were called “hazikamiio” and “hanzaki” long ago. There is a legend … More
The Toad
by T. Kawauchi Introduction Toad is a generic name of four kind of frogs. The four kinds are “Asiatic toad”, … More
Bird with long tail:Gallus gallus domesticus
by Y. Furuno Introduction The bird that is elegant, graceful, and the tail is very long can be seen at … More
Fairy Pitta
by S.Kajikiyo Introduction There are wonderful natures in Kochi and many various forms of life. Among of those organism, Fairy … More
Fairy Pitta
by A. Masuda Introduction The number of animals on the verge of extermination in recent years has increased though it … More
Akame
by R Yamamoto Introduction The “Master of Shimanto river” is an another name of “Akame”. Its scientific name is Lates … More
Life in Kochi 