Zoo Hibernation Season Arrives

As the solar terms Cold Dew and Frost Descent pass and the weather cools, the amphibians and reptiles in the facility show a series of "seasonal changes." These cold-blooded animals' feeding and digestion highly depend on the ambient temperature. Now, their appetite decreases, digestive enzyme activity and intestinal motility slow down, and overeating can easily cause inflammation. But don’t worry, the keepers have made arrangements: for animals that need to hibernate, feeding is gradually reduced and then stopped to help clear their intestines; for tropical species that do not hibernate, heating equipment is activated. Meanwhile, the animals’ movements slow down as they transition from the active summer period to the winter dormancy phase. Many animals hide in corners in the early morning and evening, briefly appearing at noon. The Chinese alligators spend more time on land and will soon enter hibernation. The facility has also set up heating lamps and other temperature control devices, so visitors often see them comfortably "basking under the lamps." Come seize the last chance to see these animals’ adorable looks before hibernation—if you miss it, you’ll have to wait another year!

Post by Trip.Pulse | Oct 23, 2025