Saturday, November 4, 2017

Manila Ocean Park: Uncovering the World of Creepy Crawlies

Reptiles, amphibians, insects, and arachnids, also referred to as creepy crawlies, are often feared or ignored creatures. But for what they lack in adorableness, they make up for their survival skills. These creatures have been around for more than 300 million years and they thrive in almost every habitat known to man. 
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
MOP's World of Creepy Crawlies
Going beyond the usual portrayal of crawlies as stuff of fears and nightmares, Manila Ocean Park's World of Creepy Crawlies celebrates the diversity, beauty, character, and peculiarity of these amazing creatures. 
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Legless Lizard enclosure
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Snake enclosures
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Turtles' watery realm
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Skink's enclosure mimicking their natural
habitat
Through the exhibit, visitors will discover colorful and interesting specimens found in many parts of the world. The animals' enclosures are designed to mimic their natural habitat. The Dart Frogs, for example, live in enclosures with soil, foliage, plants, and tree branches, while the Turtles spend time swimming in their pools.  

Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Smaller insect enclosures
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Cockroaches exhibit is designed after a kitchen
Going through the various sections, visitors will learn how these creatures play a crucial role in nature and act as barometers to a healthy environment. There are exhibit labels that name and describe the featured animal. There is also a big Trivia Wall that tells fun facts about the creepy crawlies. Lastly, the attraction offers a "Show and Tell" program hosted by well-trained and knowledgeable animal handlers. Through this program, visitors get a chance to have a close encounter with the featured animal of the day.
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Trivia Wall
Colorful and educational exhibit labels
Facts and descriptions of featured creatures
can be found throughout the attraction
While enjoying the sights, sounds, and feel of the world of creepy crawlers, visitors will gain a deeper respect and better appreciation of these underrated members of the Animal Kingdom.
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Veiled Chameleon
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Leopard Gecko
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Jewel Curly Tailed Lizard
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Basilisk
Orange and Black Poison Dart Frogs
Blue Poison Dart Frogs
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Green Black Poison Dart Frogs
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Golden Poison Dart Frogs
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Frilled Dragon
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Mata Mata Turtle
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Collared Lizard
Bearded Dragon
Albino Bullfrog
Albino Granite Burmese Python
Manila Ocean Park World of Creepy Crawlies
Plated Lizard
Visit Manila Ocean Park's World of Creepy Crawlies and face your fears of these creatures or simply marvel at the magnitude of their world. 

The World of Creepy Crawlies is open on Mondays-Fridays from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM and on Weekends and Holidays from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Last entry into the attraction is at 6:30 PMTo learn more about the attraction, visit the park's website here.

Read about MOP's other attractions:
Manila Ocean Park: A Look Into The Dancing Sea Fairies
Manila Ocean Park: A Guide To Exploring The Oceanarium

Read our tips on how to maximize time inside the park:
Manila Ocean Park: Tips to Getting the Most Out of Your Day!

So what do you think of the crawlies exhibit? Please leave your comments in the box below.

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