Park Animals

  • Rana Longicrus

    Rana Longicrus

    1. This mode of origin of this species is Taiwan; their skin is glossy and smooth while their voices are thin and small.
    2. Their long and powerful hind legs allow them to jump far distances and is the perfect weapon for escaping predators.
    3. They often hug the wrong gender and put on a kissing show.
  • Hylarana Latouchii

    Hylarana Latouchii

    1. This medium sized frog has two clear protruding folds on its back, which is why they’re called “wide fold frogs”.
    2. Males have highly developed forearms that are thick and strong, they’re natural body builders!
    3. High adaptability, breeds all year, they’re found in high density.
    4. They cry year-round and sound like they’re playing coy like “en, en, ay, ay,” so people humorously say that they “have diarrhea and are eating watermelon”.
  • Dorcus Titanus

    Dorcus Titanus

    1. They have black reflective bodies that are slightly flat and can fly.
    2. Adults live and lay eggs in rotted wood or soil; their larva primarily eat wood shaving, and show phototrophism at night.
    3. Adults often gather to suck tree juice or ripe fruits; the males fight over food, territory, and mating partners.

    References:

    • Taijiang Paradise – History. Culture. Nature. M.P.A.T.C. Director: Xin-hua Wu
    • Birds and History Animal Protection Association of the Republic of China Director: Jin-yue Liu
    • Things Your Natural Science Teacher Didn’t Tell You Commonwealth Publishing Group Author/Chief Editor: Hui-fen Chang