Vila Botani and surrounding forest abound with diverse flora and this attracts various fauna. Many kinds of animals will, however, scurry away and hide at the first sign of a human presence. Although all of the animals listed here have been seen or heard around or near
Vila Botani at some time, their appearance during your visit cannot be guaranteed.
- Insects – Many kinds of insects can be heard or seen at Vila Botani. Some in fact are audible daily.
- Flowers – Many kinds of flowers can be observed at or near Vila Botani, of which seven are depicted here.
- Arboretum – The arboretum (Botanic garden) contains nearly 2000 trees, representing about 250 species, mostly local.
- Birds – Surveys have shown that at least 40 kinds of birds visit Vila Botani from time to time. View pictures of 10 of them.
- Primates – Five kinds of primates can be observed in the vicinity of Vila Botani (in adjacent National Park). One species occasionally visits us.
- Other mammals – Other kinds of mammals can be observed as well at or near Vila Botani, of which eight are depicted here.
- Reptiles & Amphibians – Many kinds of reptiles and amphibians can be observed at or near Vila Botani, of which five are depicted here. These include the frogs that are usually heard each evening.
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