Wildlife animals in Hong Kong by work s

Chinese Pangolin

work0000128_ — 2023-11-25 04:50:31 UTC

The Chinese pangolin has hard overlapping scales covering its skin. It curls into a ball when threatened and lives on ants and termites dug out with its long tongue. It is rare to see a pangolin in Hong Kong today.

Red-eared Slider Turtle

work0000128_ — 2023-11-25 04:52:53 UTC

It is originated from the U.S. but was introduced to Hong Kong. It is often seen in local ponds and reservoirs with its red markings behind the eyes and a yellow throat. Sadly, many are pets that were released into the wild.

Red-Whiskered Bulbul

work0000128_ — 2023-11-25 04:53:33 UTC

With its brown-striped wings and red facial feathers, the colorful red-whiskered bulbul bird is a common sight in Hong Kong parks and woodlands. It builds its nest out of twigs and leaf pieces and its melodic song can be heard throughout the day.

Brown Rat

work0000128_ — 2023-11-25 04:56:20 UTC

The brown rat—though often seen as a pest—lives everywhere from sewers to fields in Hong Kong. It has gray-brown fur and a pointed nose and prey on food scraps and small animals. Rats can reproduce rapidly so stay away if encountered!