Indochinese Sika
Cervus nippon pseudaxis
Indochinese Sika
Cervus nippon pseudaxis
The Indochinese sika once lived in northern Vietnam and south-western China, but today is considered extinct in the wild. It was last seen in the wild in 1990. This subspecies died out partly due to habitat loss and partly due to hunting for meat and antlers, which are used in traditional medicine. In October 2023, there were around 419 Indochinese sikas in 39 zoos around the world.
During rut, the male has a shaggy mane
The Indochinese sika is a medium-sized deer with a sturdy build and long slender legs. Its summer coat is a chestnut-red colour with white spots, which in winter turns dark brown with barely visible spots. The belly, chin and throat are usually grey or dirty white, and the tail is white with a black line. The head is narrow. The rump is lighter and covered with hair that stands up when the animal is alarmed, making it even more conspicuous. Males have a more robust neck, and during rut can develop longer hair or a shaggy mane on the neck. They are much larger than females and have antlers.
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Annual Pass 365
Quality leisure time matters hugely in today’s fast-paced life. With a ZOO Ljubljana annual pass you’ll enjoy pleasant relaxation, more movement, more time with friends and family, plenty of laughter and fun, new learning and discoveries, and many happy moments during your visits. The annual pass costs less than six single visits.
Birthday Adventure
Want to celebrate a birthday a little differently — active and educational? The Birthday Adventure is just the thing. We will take you into the wonderful world of insects and show you some of our most charismatic animals in their enclosures. We will guide you through riddles and interesting stories as you get to know the animals.
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Birthday Celebration
You can celebrate a birthday at ZOO Ljubljana. During the celebration we experience smaller domesticated animals, with a focus on insects. We also visit the more charismatic larger animals in their enclosures and learn many interesting things about them. The celebrations are educational and fun, suitable for children and adults alike. We provide food, drink and an educational and entertaining programme.