In this vlog from Tbilisi Zoo, we show the daily life of the lemurs.
Their favourite activity is basking in the sun. Every morning they seem to perform a ritual. They sit upright, turn their bellies to the sun and spread their limbs as if embracing the sunlight. People sometimes call this behaviour “sun meditation.”
Lemurs are very fond of vegetables and lettuce, but they also enjoy fruit. The lemurs at Tbilisi Zoo are highly social. They do not avoid people and even befriend their keepers. They like to sit on their shoulders and eat food straight from their hands.
Tbilisi Zoo‘s history spans nearly a century. It was founded on 10 February 1927 on the basis of the Caucasian Society for the Acclimatisation of Animals, which had been keeping wild animals since the early 20th century, though without official zoo status.
The zoo was originally built on 70 hectares in the Vere River gorge. Over the years, the expansion of the capital — and later the devastating flood of 13 June 2015 — significantly reduced the territory of the old zoo. Today, it covers five hectares and is home to around 1,500 animals, each with its own story.
In this video series, we will introduce you to the residents of Tbilisi Zoo. We will show how their day unfolds, how they interact with other animals and people, and how their behaviour changes depending on the weather and the season. Get ready to hear many fascinating stories.
